Nagadantyadi Ghrita In Keeta Visha - A Review

Rohith KR; Avinash KV; Pooja KS

doi:10.21760/jaims.10.8.34

Rohith KR Post Graduate Scholar, Department of P G Studies in Agada Tantra, K V G Ayurveda Medical College, Sullia, Karnataka, India.
Avinash KV Professor and HOD, Department of P G Studies in Agada Tantra, K V G Ayurveda Medical College, Sullia, Karnataka, India.
Pooja KS Assistant Professor, Department of P G Studies in Agada Tantra, K V G Ayurveda Medical College, Sullia, Karnataka, India.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.10.8.34

Keywords: Visha, Keeta Visha, Nagadantyadi Ghrita

Abstract

Background: Insect bites or stings are very common especially in the rural parts of India. Management of Keeta Visha has been explained in all the Ayurveda classics. Nagadantyadi Ghrita is a formulation indicated in various poisonous conditions by Acharya Charaka. Aim: This study aimed at evaluating the pharmacological properties of Nagadantyai Ghrita and its effect on Keeta Visha. Materials and Methods: This literature study was done by referring various Samhita’s, articles and online sources. Observations and Results: There are 8 ingredients in Nagadantyadi Ghrita and among them all most all ingredients show Vedanasthapana, Vishagna and Shothahara properties. Conclusion: Oral intake of Nagadantyadi Ghrita can manage the symptoms of Keeta Visha like pain, swelling, itching and burning sensation.

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