Panchguna Taila
Pañca Guṇa Taila
Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part II, 8:7 · from Siddhayogasaṅgraha, Vātarogādhikāra; Adhyāya 20: 17
Panchguna Taila (Pañca Guṇa Taila) is a classical Ayurvedic medicated oil (Taila) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part II (8:7), which takes it from Siddhayogasaṅgraha, Vātarogādhikāra; Adhyāya 20: 17. It is made from 16 ingredients, the largest amounts being Tila taila, Nimba Patra and Sambhālū Patra (Nirguṇḍī). 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 II, 8:7, which takes the formula from Siddhayogasaṅgraha, Vātarogādhikāra; Adhyāya 20: 17. 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 II, 8:7 (e-book p. 111) |
| Classical source | Siddhayogasaṅgraha, Vātarogādhikāra; Adhyāya 20: 17 |
| Ingredients | 16 |
| 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 Panchguna Taila
As listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part II, 8:7. 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 | Harītakī (P.) | 60 g |
| 2 | Āmalakī (P.) | 60 g |
| 3 | Bibhītaka (P.) | 60 g |
| 4 | Nimba Patra (Lf.) | 180 g |
| 5 | Sambhālū Patra (Nirguṇḍī) (Lf.) | 180 g |
| 6 | Jala reduced to 1.080 l | 4.320 l |
| 7 | Tila taila (Ol.) | 960 ml |
| 8 | Moma (Madhucchiṣṭa) | 48 g |
| 9 | Gandhavirojā (Sarala) (Resin) | 48 g |
| 10 | Śilā rasa (Turuṣka) (Exd.) | 48 g |
| 11 | Rāla (Śāla) (Exd.) | 48 g |
| 12 | Guggulu śuddha (Exd.) | 48 g |
| 13 | Karpūra | 60 g |
| 14 | Tārapīna taila | 30 ml |
| 15 | Tailaparṇa (Nīlagirī) [Eucalyptus oil] | 30 ml |
| 16 | Kejopuṭī Taila Use Used externally | 30 ml |
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 Panchguna Taila or any product prevents, treats or cures these conditions. Ask a Vaidya whether it suits you.
- Sandhivāta — Osteoarthritis
- Karṇaśūla — Otalgia
- Vraṇopacāra — Ulcer debriding agent
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 Panchguna Taila
What is Panchguna Taila?
Panchguna Taila (Pañca Guṇa Taila) is a classical Ayurvedic medicated oil (Taila) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part II (8:7), which takes it from Siddhayogasaṅgraha, Vātarogādhikāra; Adhyāya 20: 17. It is made from 16 ingredients, the largest amounts being Tila taila, Nimba Patra and Sambhālū Patra (Nirguṇḍī). It should be taken only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
What are the ingredients of Panchguna Taila?
According to the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part II, 8:7, Panchguna Taila contains 16 ingredients: Harītakī 60 g, Āmalakī 60 g, Bibhītaka 60 g, Nimba Patra 180 g, Sambhālū Patra (Nirguṇḍī) 180 g, Jala reduced to 1.080 l 4.320 l, Tila taila 960 ml, Moma (Madhucchiṣṭa) 48 g, Gandhavirojā (Sarala) 48 g, Śilā rasa (Turuṣka) 48 g, Rāla (Śāla) 48 g, Guggulu śuddha 48 g, Karpūra 60 g, Tārapīna taila 30 ml, Tailaparṇa (Nīlagirī) [Eucalyptus oil] 30 ml, Kejopuṭī Taila Use Used externally 30 ml.
Which classical text is Panchguna Taila from?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part II, 8:7 takes the formula of Panchguna Taila from Siddhayogasaṅgraha, Vātarogādhikāra; Adhyāya 20: 17.
Is Panchguna 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 II, 8:7. Always read the label of the product you use.
Does Prachyam Ayurveda sell Panchguna Taila?
Yes. Prachyam Ayurveda sells Panchgun Tel. Check the label for the exact formula and dose of the pack you buy.
References
- The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part II — monograph 8:7, PAñCA GUṇA TAILA, e-book p. 111. Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Siddhayogasaṅgraha, Vātarogādhikāra; Adhyāya 20: 17
