Marichadi Thailam is an Ayurvedic medicine in. It is an herbal oil, used in the treatment of skin diseases such as eczema, dermatitis etc. This oil is prepared with mustard oil base.
Uses
- It is used in the treatment of skin diseases with itching as a symptom.
- It is used in dermatitis and eczema.
- Excellent if applied to the head in catarrh, cough, asthma, nasal polyps and sinusitis.
- Tinea infection, skin infection in groin area
Application on feet
Oil application over feet
Precaution if you apply this oil over feet:
If you apply this oil on feet, make sure to wash off thoroughly with water or wipe off with cloth. The oil can make you slippery while walking.
After applying, make sure there are no oil spills on the floor. This can make the floor slippery.
Effect on Tridosha – Balances kapha.
Marichadi Oil – how to use
It is used to apply externally only.
Can be used for Nasya.
How long to use: It can be used upto 1 – 2 months based on doctor’s prescription.
Side Effects
It may cause excessive burning sensation for people with sensitive skin.
Apply a little oil over the affected area, and test it before using it.
Keep out of reach and sight of children. Store in a cool dry place.
Marichadi oil ingredients, how to make:
Contents
| Sl no | Sanskrit name | Botanical name | Parts used | Quantity |
| 1 | Maricha | Piper nigrum | Fruit | 12 g |
| 2 | Haratala | Purified Orpiment | Orpiment | 12 g |
| 3 | Trivrit | Operculina turpethum | Root | 12 g |
| 4 | Raktachandana | Pterocarpus santalinus | Stem | 12 g |
| 5 | Musta | Cyperus rotundus | Root | 12 g |
| 6 | Manashila | Purified Realgar | Realgar | 12 g |
| 7 | Mamsi | Nardostachys jatamansi | Root | 12 g |
| 8 | Haridra | Curcuma longa | Rhizome | 12 g |
| 9 | Daruharidra | Berberis aristata | Stem | 12 g |
| 10 | Devadaru | Cedrus deodara | Root | 12 g |
| 11 | Vishala | Citrullus colocynthis | Root | 12 g |
| 12 | Kushta | Saussurea lappa | Root | 12 g |
| 13 | Arka | Calotropis procera | Latex | 12 g |
| 14 | Gomayarasa | Cow dung water | 12 g | |
| 15 | Gomutra | Cow urine | 168 ml | |
| 16 | Jala | Water | 336 ml | |
| 17 | Katutaila | Brassica juncea | Oil | 768 ml |
All the ingredients are mixed and boiled till total moisture is lost from the oil, filtered.
Reference and Shelf Life
Sharangdhara Samhita Madhyamakhanda 9/148-152
Shelf life: 3 years from the date of manufacture.
Manufacturers
Nagarjuna – Marichaadi Thailam
During pregnancy, lactation
If
you were using this oil before pregnancy without any allergic reaction, you can
continue using this oil even during pregnancy.
If you have not used this product before and wish to use it during pregnancy,
better to consult a doctor because it can cause skin allergy in some rare
cases.
It is generally considered as safe to use during lactation, however consult
your doctor for the right advice.
Can
this product be applied after steam therapy?
No.
Oil is best applied before steam therapy. This is as per basic Ayurvedic
principles.
Shloka ( Sanskrit verse)
Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
This article is written by Dr. Janardhana V Hebbar BAMS, MD (Ayu), PGDPSM, Managing Director, Easy Ayurveda Hospital.
It is reviewed by Dr. Raviganesh Mogra BAMS, MD (Ayu), Chief Medical Officer, Easy Ayurveda Hospital
