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Dhanwantharam Thailam Ayurvedic Oil 

Dhanwantharam Oil is very popular Ayurvedic medicated oil, which is used in the treatment of muscular problems, neurological diseases, disorders of bones and joints. Moreover, its massage is very beneficial in women before and after delivery. It is used in chronic rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, cervical spondylosis, and paralysis or hemiplegia.

(Sahasarayogam)

Ayurveda Pharmacological action of Dhanwantharam Oil:

Rasa: Madhur

Vipaka: Madhur

Virya: Sita

Guna: Vata anubandhan, Pitta shaman, Guru snigdha

Main Ingredients of Dhanwantharam Oil

Sida cordifolia is a main ingredient in Dhanwantharam Oil. Other ingredients are Aegle marmelos, Premna mucronata, Oroxylum indicum, Stereospermum suaveolens, Gmelina arborea, Uraria picta, Tribulus terrestris, Solanum xanthocarpum, Solanum indicum, Desmodium gangeticum etc.

According to Ayurvedic science, it pacifies vata and pitta dosha. It is used for in body massage to get relief from pain. Massage of Dhanwantharam Oil is beneficial in relieving body ache and muscular pain.

Dhanwantharam Oil has major two effects inside the body as well as when it is applied externally. It is anti-inflammatory and strengthening herbal medicine. It reduces inflammation of nerves, bones, joints, muscles and tendons.

Furthermore, it provides strength to them and restores their natural functions. Therefore, it is used in various therapeutic procedures or therapies in Ayurveda. Due to these effects, it is beneficial in neuro-muscular problems, osteoarthritis, spondylosis, Rheumatoid arthritis and paralysis.

Traditional Uses and indications Dhanwantharam Oil (As per above shloka):

• Sara vata vakara jit: All vata rogas
• Sootika: Post partum care
• Bala: Baby care
• Marma, asthi khshat/khseen:  Injury or degeneration of Marma or bones
• Jwara: Fever
• Gulma: unwanted growth
• Graha, unmaad: Psychosis and other mental health issues
• Mutraghaat: Urinary tract issues
• Antravridhi: unwanted Internal growth
• Yoniroga: Female reproductive disorders

Other Common Ayurveda Therapeutic uses of Dhanwantharam Oil:

1. Osteoarthritis
2. Cervical spondylosis
3. Rheumatoid arthritis
4. Paralysis
5. Massage of this oil in women is also beneficial after delivery.
6. Neuritis
7. Facial palsy or Bell’s palsy
8. Neuralgia
9. Scoliosis
10. Fibromyalgia
11. Neck pain or backache
12. Slip disc and lumber spondylosis
13. Disc degeneration
14. Endometriosis

External use:

• Abhayanga
• Pichu
• Shirodhara
• Shiroabhyanga
• Kati Basti
• Janu Basti
• Griva Basti
• Hriyda Basti

Internal Use:

• Oral
• Anuvasan Basti
• Uttar Basti

Side effects and precautions Dhanwantharam Oil

There is no side effects mentioned in ayurvedic texts or reported by clients as such from prescribed therapeutic dosage of this preparation. It is advisable that ayurvedic medicine and treatment are generally considered to be safe when taken under the supervision and guidance of an Ayurvedic Doctor, but rarely may be associated with possible adverse reactions in individual cases. We recommend seeking urgent medical attention in the case of an adverse reaction.

References:

1. Sahasra Yogam (Text with English translation) by Dr. Nishteshwar and Dr. R.Vidyanath, Chaukambha Sanskrit Series, Varanasi, English version, Edition 2008. Pg: 109.
2. Critical Analysis of Ayurvedic Formulations. (Sahasrayogas and Other Samhitas). By Dr. L. Mahadevan. Sarada Mahadeva Iyer Ayurvedic Educational & Charitable Trust, Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu. 2nd Edition- 2018. Pg: 495.