Jatyadi Taila
Jātyādi Taila
Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:17 · from Śārṅgadharasaṃhitā, Madhyamakhaṇḍa, Adhyāya 9: 168-171 1/2
Jatyadi Taila (Jātyādi Taila) is a classical Ayurvedic medicated oil (Taila) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (8:17), which takes it from Śārṅgadharasaṃhitā, Madhyamakhaṇḍa, Adhyāya 9: 168-171 1/2. It is made from 20 ingredients, the largest amounts being Taila, Jātī and Nimba. It should be taken only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
Please note: The ingredients, their proportions and the uses of a classical formulation can differ depending on the Samhita, Nighantu or formulary a manufacturer follows. This page follows the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:17, which takes the formula from Śārṅgadharasaṃhitā, Madhyamakhaṇḍa, Adhyāya 9: 168-171 1/2. A product you buy may follow a different text, so always read its label, and ask a Vaidya before use.
| Dosage form | Taila — medicated oil |
|---|---|
| Formulary | Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:17 (e-book p. 388) |
| Classical source | Śārṅgadharasaṃhitā, Madhyamakhaṇḍa, Adhyāya 9: 168-171 1/2 |
| Ingredients | 20 |
| Supervision | On a physician's advice |
What is a Taila?
An oil base is cooked with a paste of herbs (kalka) and a liquid such as a decoction or milk until the water has evaporated, so that the properties of the herbs pass into the oil.
Ingredients of Jatyadi Taila
As listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:17. Plant-part codes follow the Formulary: Rt. root, Rz. rhizome, Fr. fruit, Lf. leaf, St. stem, St.Bk. stem bark, Ht.Wd. heartwood, Sd. seed, Pl. whole plant, P. pericarp, Exd. exudate.
| # | Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jātī (Lf.) | 10.66 g |
| 2 | Nimba (Lf.) | 10.66 g |
| 3 | Paṭola (Lf./Pl.) | 10.66 g |
| 4 | Naktamāla (Karañja) (Lf.) | 10.66 g |
| 5 | Siktha (Madhūcchiṣṭa) | 10.66 g |
| 6 | Madhuka (Yaṣṭī) (Rt.) | 10.66 g |
| 7 | Kuṣṭha (Rt.) | 10.66 g |
| 8 | Haridrā (Rz.) | 10.66 g |
| 9 | Dāruharidrā (St.) | 10.66 g |
| 10 | Kaṭurohiṇī (Kaṭukā) (Rz.) | 10.66 g |
| 11 | Mañjiṣṭhā (Rt.) | 10.66 g |
| 12 | Padmaka (Ht.Wd.) | 10.66 g |
| 13 | Lodhra (St.Bk.) | 10.66 g |
| 14 | Abhayā (Harītakī) (P.) | 10.66 g |
| 15 | Nīlotpala (Utpala) (Fl.) | 10.66 g |
| 16 | Tutthaka (Tuttha) | 10.66 g |
| 17 | Sāriva (Śveta Sārivā) (Rt.) | 10.66 g |
| 18 | Naktamāla (Karañja) (Sd.) | 10.66 g |
| 19 | Taila (Tila) (Ol.) | 768 g |
| 20 | Water | 3.072 l |
Preparation notes
Usage: Used externally for Abhyaṅga.
From the Formulary. Classical medicines must be made by a licensed manufacturer; this is not a home recipe.
Indications listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India
These are the classical indications as the Formulary records them, with its English renderings, given for information. They are not a claim that Jatyadi Taila or any product prevents, treats or cures these conditions. Ask a Vaidya whether it suits you.
- Kacchū — Itching
- Sphoṭaka — Boil
- Nāḍīvraṇa — Fistula
- Śastraprahāra Vraṇa — Wounds due to sharp weapons
- Dagdha Vraṇa — Burn ulcer
- Danta-Nakha Kṣata — Injury caused by teeth and nails
- Duṣṭa Vraṇa — Non-healing ulcer
Safety
- Use exactly as the label directs: some medicated oils are for massage, some for nasal use (nasya), and only some are taken by mouth.
- Tell your physician about every other medicine you take. Do not stop or change prescribed medication on your own.
If you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number or go to a hospital.
Common questions about Jatyadi Taila
What is Jatyadi Taila?
Jatyadi Taila (Jātyādi Taila) is a classical Ayurvedic medicated oil (Taila) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (8:17), which takes it from Śārṅgadharasaṃhitā, Madhyamakhaṇḍa, Adhyāya 9: 168-171 1/2. It is made from 20 ingredients, the largest amounts being Taila, Jātī and Nimba. It should be taken only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
What are the ingredients of Jatyadi Taila?
According to the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:17, Jatyadi Taila contains 20 ingredients: Jātī 10.66 g, Nimba 10.66 g, Paṭola (Lf./Pl.) 10.66 g, Naktamāla (Karañja) 10.66 g, Siktha (Madhūcchiṣṭa) 10.66 g, Madhuka (Yaṣṭī) 10.66 g, Kuṣṭha 10.66 g, Haridrā 10.66 g, Dāruharidrā 10.66 g, Kaṭurohiṇī (Kaṭukā) 10.66 g, Mañjiṣṭhā 10.66 g, Padmaka 10.66 g, Lodhra 10.66 g, Abhayā (Harītakī) 10.66 g, Nīlotpala (Utpala) 10.66 g, Tutthaka (Tuttha) 10.66 g, Sāriva (Śveta Sārivā) 10.66 g, Naktamāla (Karañja) 10.66 g, Taila 768 g, Water 3.072 l.
Which classical text is Jatyadi Taila from?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:17 takes the formula of Jatyadi Taila from Śārṅgadharasaṃhitā, Madhyamakhaṇḍa, Adhyāya 9: 168-171 1/2.
Is Jatyadi Taila made the same way in every Ayurvedic text?
Not always. The ingredients, their proportions and the uses of a classical formulation can differ depending on the Samhita, Nighantu or formulary a manufacturer follows. This page follows the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:17. Always read the label of the product you use.
Does Prachyam Ayurveda sell Jatyadi Taila?
Yes. Prachyam Ayurveda sells Jatyadi Tel. Check the label for the exact formula and dose of the pack you buy.
References
- The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I — monograph 8:17, JāTYāDI TAILA, e-book p. 388. Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Śārṅgadharasaṃhitā, Madhyamakhaṇḍa, Adhyāya 9: 168-171 1/2
