Kshirabala Taila
Kṣīrabalā Taila
Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:11 · from Aṣṭāṅgasaṅgraha, Vataraktacikitsā, Adhyāya 22 : 45-46
Kshirabala Taila (Kṣīrabalā Taila) is a classical Ayurvedic medicated oil (Taila) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (8:11), which takes it from Aṣṭāṅgasaṅgraha, Vataraktacikitsā, Adhyāya 22 : 45-46. It is made from 5 ingredients, the largest amounts being Balā kaṣāya, Water and Taila. The Formulary gives a dose of 12 g. Also used for Abhyaṅga and Nasya, taken with milk, warm water. 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, 8:11, which takes the formula from Aṣṭāṅgasaṅgraha, Vataraktacikitsā, Adhyāya 22 : 45-46. 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, 8:11 (e-book p. 378) |
| Classical source | Aṣṭāṅgasaṅgraha, Vataraktacikitsā, Adhyāya 22 : 45-46 |
| Ingredients | 5 |
| Dose (AFI) | 12 g. Also used for Abhyaṅga and Nasya. |
| Anupāna | Milk, warm water |
| 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 Kshirabala Taila
As listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:11. 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 | Balā kaṣāya (Rt.) | 16 Parts |
| 2 | Balā kalka (Rt.) | 1 Part |
| 3 | Taila (Tila) (Ol.) | 4 Parts |
| 4 | Kṣīra (Godugdha) | 4 Parts |
| 5 | Water | 16 Parts |
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 Kshirabala Taila or any product prevents, treats or cures these conditions. Ask a Vaidya whether it suits you.
- Vātarakta — Gout
- Vātaroga — Disease due to Vāta doṣa
- Śukra Doṣa — Vitiation of semen
- Rajodoṣa — Menstrual disorder
- Kārśya — Emaciation
- Svarabheda — Hoarseness of voice
- Used as Rasāyana — Nutrient to body and mind with adapto-immuno-neuro-endocrino-modulator properties
Dose and anupāna
Dose: 12 g. Also used for Abhyaṅga and Nasya.
Anupāna (the vehicle it is taken with): Milk, warm water
The Formulary's dose is a general one. Your physician may advise a different dose for your age, constitution and condition.
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 Kshirabala Taila
What is Kshirabala Taila?
Kshirabala Taila (Kṣīrabalā Taila) is a classical Ayurvedic medicated oil (Taila) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (8:11), which takes it from Aṣṭāṅgasaṅgraha, Vataraktacikitsā, Adhyāya 22 : 45-46. It is made from 5 ingredients, the largest amounts being Balā kaṣāya, Water and Taila. The Formulary gives a dose of 12 g. Also used for Abhyaṅga and Nasya, taken with milk, warm water. It should be taken only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
What are the ingredients of Kshirabala Taila?
According to the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:11, Kshirabala Taila contains 5 ingredients: Balā kaṣāya 16 Parts, Balā kalka 1 Part, Taila 4 Parts, Kṣīra (Godugdha) 4 Parts, Water 16 Parts.
What is the dose of Kshirabala Taila?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:11 gives a dose of 12 g. Also used for Abhyaṅga and Nasya, taken with milk, warm water. A physician may advise a different dose for your age, constitution and condition.
Which classical text is Kshirabala Taila from?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:11 takes the formula of Kshirabala Taila from Aṣṭāṅgasaṅgraha, Vataraktacikitsā, Adhyāya 22 : 45-46.
Is Kshirabala 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, 8:11. Always read the label of the product you use.
Does Prachyam Ayurveda sell Kshirabala Taila?
Yes. Prachyam Ayurveda sells Bala Tel (Ksheer). Check the label for the exact formula and dose of the pack you buy.
References
- The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I — monograph 8:11, KṣīRABALā TAILA, e-book p. 378. Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Aṣṭāṅgasaṅgraha, Vataraktacikitsā, Adhyāya 22 : 45-46
