Psoria Oil is a proprietary Ayurvedic medicine, manufactured by Nagarjuna Ayurvedic Group, Kerala, used in treatment of Psoriasis, dandruff, etc.
Uses, effect on dosha
Psoria Oil uses: As per the claims of manufacturer, it is indicated in Ayurvedic treatment of Psoriasis, dandruff, other scaling and fungal skin infestations.
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 Vata and Pitta
Dose and duration of use
Nagarjuna Psoria Oil Dose:
External application: Apply on the affected area, 30 – 60 minutes before bath.
Oral dose: 5 ml in empty stomach two times a day with 30 ml water, or as directed by physician.
How long to take?
It can be taken for upto 1 – 2 months, based on doctor’s advice.
Ingredients
Psoria Oil Ingredients :
100 ml of the oil is prepared from
Stri Kutaja – Wrightia tinctoria leaves – 250 grams
Coconut oil – 100 ml
Side effects and precautions
Side effect:
There are no known side effects with this medicine. However, it is best to take this medicine under medical supervision.
Special precaution is needed while prescribing this medicine to children, pregnant and lactating mothers.
External application is generally regarded as safe.
Accidental over-dosage may cause mild gastric irritation and indigestion.
keep out of reach and sight of children.
Store in a cool dry place.
Shelf life, manufacturer and package
Expiry date: 3 years from the date of manufacture.
Contact manufacturer:
Nagarjuna Ayurvedic Group, Kalayanthani PO, Thodupuzha, Idukki District, Kerala, India – 685 588
Phone – 04862 – 2276112-114
Presentation : 100 ml
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.
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. Shilpa Ramdas BAMS, MD (Ayu), Chief Ayurvedic Physician, Easy Ayurveda Hospital
