Pinda Tailam

Table of Contents

• Ingredients
• Method of Preparation
• Chemical Constituents of Pinda
• Properties & Benefits of Pinda Tailam
• Indications of Pinda Tailam
• Recommended Dosage
• Contra Indications of Pinda Tailam
• Safety Precautions
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Pinda Tailam

Ingredients

Key herbs/minerals as per classical texts, processed with ghee, oil, or decoctions appropriate for Pinda Tailam.

Method of Preparation

1. Sourcing & Purification: Authentic crude drugs are cleansed and graded.
2. Main Processing: Traditional boiling, roasting, or trituration techniques convert raw materials into palatable powder, lehyam, or oil form.
3. Finishing: The product is sieved, medicated, or filtered to achieve desired consistency and potency.

Chemical Constituents of Pinda

Contains bio‑active alkaloids, glycosides, volatile oils, and essential minerals that synergistically deliver therapeutic actions.

Properties & Benefits of Pinda Tailam

• Rasa: Multi‑herbal blend balancing taste profile.
• Guna: Light, penetrating, or unctuous depending on dosage form.
• Veerya: Generally ushna (warming) except pitta‑pacifying formulas.
• Vipaka: Mostly madhura or katu aiding metabolism.
• Helps restore dosha balance and strengthens target organs or systems.

Indications of Pinda Tailam

Cools inflamed skin in gout, psoriasis, and burning sensation.

Recommended Dosage

Churna/Kwath: 3–6 g; Avaleha/Pak: 1–2 teaspoons; Tailam: 2–6 drops (nasya) or sufficient quantity for massage, as directed by an Ayurvedic physician.

Contra Indications of Pinda Tailam

Pregnancy (if warming), severe ulcers, individual ingredient allergy, or as specified by physician.

Safety Precautions

Use authentic pharmacopeial grade only. Follow prescribed Pathya‑Apathya diet and storage guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Pinda Tailam

Q1. How long can I take Pinda Tailam continuously?
Typically 4–12 weeks; review with clinician thereafter.

Q2. Does Pinda Tailam have side effects?
Rare if used in prescribed dose; mild GI upset possible.

Q3. Can I combine Pinda Tailam with allopathic drugs?
Maintain a 1‑hour gap and inform both practitioners.

Q4. Is Pinda Tailam safe for children?
Yes, in reduced dosage and specific pediatric formulas.

Q5. How should I store Pinda Tailam?
Keep in airtight container away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.