Himasagara Tailam

Himasagara Tailam, also known as Himasagar Taila, is an Ayurvedic herbal oil formulation. It is primarily used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for its cooling and soothing properties. The term “Himasagara” can be roughly translated to mean “cool ocean,” suggesting its cooling nature and mainly used in the treatment of neuromuscular conditions, pain and burning sensation, bone and joint injuries caused by falls etc. It balances Vata and Pitta.

The main ingredient in Himasagara Tailam is likely to be Himasagara or Icchabhedi (Wrightia tinctoria), a plant known for its medicinal properties. Other herbs and natural ingredients may also be used in the preparation of this oil, depending on the specific traditional recipe followed by the manufacturer.

Himasagara Tailam is traditionally used in Ayurveda for conditions characterized by excess heat and inflammation, such as skin conditions, burning sensations, and pitta-related disorders. It is believed to help balance the dosha called “Pitta” in Ayurveda, which is associated with qualities like heat and intensity.

As with any Ayurvedic remedy, it’s important to use Himasagara Tailam under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner. They can provide personalized advice based on your individual health needs and circumstances. Additionally, consult with a healthcare provider if you have any existing health conditions or are taking other medications, as there could be potential interactions. Always ensure that any herbal remedies you use are obtained from reputable sources.

It is prepared according to the reference of Bhaishaj Ratnavali Vatavyadhi

Herbal plants and other ingredients used in the preparation of Himasagara Tailam

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•  Agaru – Aquilaria agallocha 
• Chandana – Sandalwood 
• Daru – Devadaru – Himalayan cedar
• Dhatri Swarasa – Amla juice
• Amalaki -Indian Gooseberry
• Ela – Cardamom 
• Gokshura – Yellow vine
• Granthiparna –Smooth Angelica- Angelica Glauca
• Jati – Nutmeg 
• Kadali Swarasa – Juice extract of Banana stem – Musa paradisiaca
• Karpoora – Camphor – Cinnamomum camphora
• Kesara – Mesua ferrea
• Goksheera-Cow milk
• Kunduru – Boswellia serrata
• Kushmanda Swarasa – Juice extract of Benincasa Hispida
• Lavagna – Clove
• Lodhra – Symplocos Racemosa
• Madhurika –Fennel – Foeniculum vulgare
• Mamsi – Nardostachys jatamansi
• Manjishta – Indian Madder – Rubia cordifolia
• Mura – Selinum tenuifolium
• Musta – Nutgrass – Cyperus rotundus
• Nakhi – Asparagus species
• Nalika– Hibiscus cannabinus
• Narikela rasa – Tender coconut water
• Patra – Cinnamon – Cinnamomum Tamala
• Peetikapatra – Salacia Reticulata
• Putika – Caesalpinia crista
• Sarala – Chir pine – Pinus Roxburghi
• Shaileya –Fungus found in trees or rocks – Parmelia Perlata
• Shalmali rasa – Bombax Malabaricum(Juice extract)
• Shatavari – Asparagus Racemosus
• Shati – Hedychium Spicatum
• Shiva – Terminalia chebula 
• Tagara – Valeriana wallichii
• Tila – Oil of Sesamum indicum
• Tvak – Cinnamon – Cinnamomum zeylanicum
• Vari – Shatavari – Asparagus racemosus
• Vidari Swarasa – Juice extract of Pueraria tuberosa
• Yashti – Licorice – Glycyrrhiza glabra

Manufacturers:

Arya Vaidya Pharmacy

Gururaja

Arya Vaidya Sala (Kottakkal)