Shadbindu Taila
Ṣaḍbindu Taila
Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:58 · from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Śirorogādhikāra : 49- 51
Shadbindu Taila (Ṣaḍbindu Taila) is a classical Ayurvedic medicated oil (Taila) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (8:58), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Śirorogādhikāra : 49- 51. It is made from 13 ingredients, the largest amounts being Kṛṣṇa tila taila, Eraṇḍa and Tagara (Rt./Rz.). 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, 8:58, which takes the formula from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Śirorogādhikāra : 49- 51. 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, 8:58 (e-book p. 455) |
| Classical source | Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Śirorogādhikāra : 49- 51 |
| Ingredients | 13 |
| 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 Shadbindu Taila
As listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:58. 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 | Kṛṣṇa tila taila (Tila) (Ol.) | 768 g |
| 2 | Ajāpaya (Ajākṣīra) | 3.072 l |
| 3 | Bhṛṅga rasa (Bhṛṅgarāja) (Pl.) | 3.072 l |
| 4 | Eraṇḍa (Rt.) | 19 g |
| 5 | Tagara (Rt./Rz.) | 19 g |
| 6 | Śatāhvā (Fr.) | 19 g |
| 7 | Jivantī (Rt.) | 19 g |
| 8 | Rāsnā (Rt./Lf.) | 19 g |
| 9 | Saindhava lavaṇa | 19 g |
| 10 | Bhṛṅga (tejapatra) (Lf.) | 19 g |
| 11 | Viḍaṅga (Fr.) | 19 g |
| 12 | Yaṣṭī (Rt.) | 19 g |
| 13 | Viśvauṣadha (Śuṇṭhī) (Rz.) | 19 g |
Preparation notes
Usage: Used externally for Nasya, Kavalagraha, Śirobhyaṅga And 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 Shadbindu Taila or any product prevents, treats or cures these conditions. Ask a Vaidya whether it suits you.
- Danta Cālana — Loose tooth
- Dṛṣṭi Daurbalya — Weakness of vision
- Keśaśāta — Loss of hair
- Śiroroga — Disease of head
- Improves Bhuja bala — Improves Physical Strength
- Improves Netra dṛṣṭi — Eyesite
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 Shadbindu Taila
What is Shadbindu Taila?
Shadbindu Taila (Ṣaḍbindu Taila) is a classical Ayurvedic medicated oil (Taila) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (8:58), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Śirorogādhikāra : 49- 51. It is made from 13 ingredients, the largest amounts being Kṛṣṇa tila taila, Eraṇḍa and Tagara (Rt./Rz.). It should be taken only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
What are the ingredients of Shadbindu Taila?
According to the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:58, Shadbindu Taila contains 13 ingredients: Kṛṣṇa tila taila 768 g, Ajāpaya (Ajākṣīra) 3.072 l, Bhṛṅga rasa (Bhṛṅgarāja) 3.072 l, Eraṇḍa 19 g, Tagara (Rt./Rz.) 19 g, Śatāhvā 19 g, Jivantī 19 g, Rāsnā (Rt./Lf.) 19 g, Saindhava lavaṇa 19 g, Bhṛṅga (tejapatra) 19 g, Viḍaṅga 19 g, Yaṣṭī 19 g, Viśvauṣadha (Śuṇṭhī) 19 g.
Which classical text is Shadbindu Taila from?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 8:58 takes the formula of Shadbindu Taila from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Śirorogādhikāra : 49- 51.
Is Shadbindu 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, 8:58. Always read the label of the product you use.
Does Prachyam Ayurveda sell Shadbindu Taila?
Yes. Prachyam Ayurveda sells Shadbindu Taila. Check the label for the exact formula and dose of the pack you buy.
References
- The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I — monograph 8:58, ṢAḍBINDU TAILA, e-book p. 455. Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Śirorogādhikāra : 49- 51
