Mahamasha Taila
from Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Vata Vyadhi Chikitsa Prakarana).
Mahamasha Taila is a classical Ayurvedic medicated oil (Taila), cited to Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Vata Vyadhi Chikitsa Prakarana). It is not among the formulations in Parts I and II of the Ayurvedic Formulary of India; the formula on this page is the one printed on the Prachyam pack, with 32 ingredients. 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. Formula as printed on the Prachyam pack; not among the formulations in AFI Parts I and II. 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 | Not in AFI Parts I–II |
| Classical source | Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Vata Vyadhi Chikitsa Prakarana). |
| Ingredients | 32 |
| 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 Mahamasha Taila
As printed on the Prachyam pack.
| # | Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Asgand (Rt.) | 1 Part |
| 2 | Kachoor (Rz.) | 1 Part |
| 3 | Devadaru | 1 Part |
| 4 | Khareti (Rt.) | 1 Part |
| 5 | Rasna (Rt.) | 1 Part |
| 6 | Prasarni (W.P.) | 1 Part |
| 7 | Kuth Official Substitute - Akarkara (Rt.) | 1 Part |
| 8 | Falsa (Fr.) | 1 Part |
| 9 | Bharangi (Lf.) | 1 Part |
| 10 | Vidari Kand (St.) | 1 Part |
| 11 | Punarnva (Rt.) | 1 Part |
| 12 | Satavar (Rt.) | 1 Part |
| 13 | Neebu (Fr.) | 1 Part |
| 14 | Jeera (Sd.) | 1 Part |
| 15 | Hing | 1 Part |
| 16 | Saunf (Sd.) | 1 Part |
| 17 | Gokhru (Sd.) | 1 Part |
| 18 | Pipla Mul (Rt.) | 1 Part |
| 19 | Chitrak (Rt.-Bk.) | 1 Part |
| 20 | Namak Saindha | 1 Part |
| 21 | Meda-Maha Meda Off. Subst. - Satavar (Rt.) | 2 Part |
| 22 | Jiwak Off. Subst. - Vidari Kand (Rz.) | 1 Part |
| 23 | Kakoli-Kshir Kakoli Off. Subst. - Asgand (Rz.) | 2 Part |
| 24 | Riddhi-Vraddhi Off. Subst. - Barahkand (Rz.) | 2 Part |
| 25 | Mashparni (W.P.) | 1 Part |
| 26 | Mugdaparni (Fr.) | 1 Part |
| 27 | Yashti Madhu (Rz.) | 1 Part |
| 28 | Jevanti (W.P.) | 1 Part |
| 29 | Doodh | 64 Part |
| 30 | Til Tel | 64 Part |
| 31 | Dashmul Kada | 8 Part |
| 32 | Urad (Sd.) | 20 Part |
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 Mahamasha Taila
What is Mahamasha Taila?
Mahamasha Taila is a classical Ayurvedic medicated oil (Taila), cited to Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Vata Vyadhi Chikitsa Prakarana). It is not among the formulations in Parts I and II of the Ayurvedic Formulary of India; the formula on this page is the one printed on the Prachyam pack, with 32 ingredients. It should be taken only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
What are the ingredients of Mahamasha Taila?
As printed on the Prachyam pack, Mahamasha Taila contains 32 ingredients: Asgand 1 Part, Kachoor 1 Part, Devadaru 1 Part, Khareti 1 Part, Rasna 1 Part, Prasarni 1 Part, Kuth Official Substitute - Akarkara 1 Part, Falsa 1 Part, Bharangi 1 Part, Vidari Kand 1 Part, Punarnva 1 Part, Satavar 1 Part, Neebu 1 Part, Jeera 1 Part, Hing 1 Part, Saunf 1 Part, Gokhru 1 Part, Pipla Mul 1 Part, Chitrak (Rt.-Bk.) 1 Part, Namak Saindha 1 Part, Meda-Maha Meda Off. Subst. - Satavar 2 Part, Jiwak Off. Subst. - Vidari Kand 1 Part, Kakoli-Kshir Kakoli Off. Subst. - Asgand 2 Part, Riddhi-Vraddhi Off. Subst. - Barahkand 2 Part, Mashparni 1 Part, Mugdaparni 1 Part, Yashti Madhu 1 Part, Jevanti 1 Part, Doodh 64 Part, Til Tel 64 Part, Dashmul Kada 8 Part, Urad 20 Part.
Which classical text is Mahamasha Taila from?
Mahamasha Taila is cited to Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Vata Vyadhi Chikitsa Prakarana).
Is Mahamasha 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. Always read the label of the product you use.
Does Prachyam Ayurveda sell Mahamasha Taila?
Yes. Prachyam Ayurveda sells Mahamash Tel. Check the label for the exact formula and dose of the pack you buy.
References
- Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Vata Vyadhi Chikitsa Prakarana).
Formula as printed on the Prachyam pack; not among the formulations in AFI Parts I and II.
