Gorastha

करञ्जतैलम्

Karanja oil (Pongamia oil, also called Gosarshapa) is bitter and pungent, hot in potency, and is one of the important oils for skin diseases. The text describes it as effective in Kushtha (chronic skin diseases), Krimi (parasites), and itching (Kandu). It is used mainly externally as an application on skin lesions, wounds, and in conditions of parasitic infestation. Verses: 21-22.

What is Gorastha / Pongamia Oil (Karanja Taila / करञ्जतैल)?

<p>Karanja oil (Pongamia oil, also called Gosarshapa) is bitter and pungent, hot in potency, and is one of the important oils for skin diseases. The text describes it as effective in Kushtha (chronic skin diseases), Krimi (parasites), and itching (Kandu). It is used mainly externally as an application on skin lesions, wounds, and in conditions of parasitic infestation. Verses: 21-22.</p>

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

<ul><li>Kushthahara (anti-dermatosis)</li><li>Krimighna (anthelmintic)</li><li>Kandughna (anti-pruritic)</li><li>Vranapachana (wound-ripening)</li></ul>

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