Karpasasthyadi Thailam

Description

Karpasasthyadi Thailam is a time-tested classical medicated oil (taila) indicated for Vata predominant neurological and musculoskeletal conditions. The formulation combines a cotton-seed based lipid base with a synergistic group of herbs that are specifically chosen for strengthening muscles, supporting nerve function, reducing spasm and alleviating chronic stiffness. It is traditionally used as part of external therapies such as abhyanga (therapeutic massage), local application in paresis and facial palsy, Nasya (medicated nasal therapy), and Greeva Basti for cervical disorders.

Therapeutic actions

• Brings Vata into balance by providing unctuousness and tissue nourishment (Snigdha, Balya actions).
• Relieves muscle spasm, reduces stiffness and improves local mobility — useful in frozen shoulder, cervical spondylosis and radiculopathy.
• Supports nerve comfort and recovery in paralytic weakness and facial palsy when used as part of a complete treatment protocol (local massage, fomentation, Nasya and physiotherapy).

Key formulation features & principal ingredients

Cottonseed (Karpasa) as the chief lipid base, Bala (Sida cordifolia) for strength, Nirgundi/gambhari group for Vata balance and anti-spasmodic action, Devadaru (Cedrus deodara) and Kushta (Saussurea lappa) for deep tissue penetration, and warming herbs such as ginger and pippali to enhance circulation and srotoshodhana (channel cleansing). Variants of the taila are prepared with different degree of heating/paka (mrudu/madhyama/khara) and lipid proportion to suit Nasya, Greevabasti or external abhyanga.

Clinical & analytical support

Pharmaceutico-analytical evaluations and comparative clinical case reports have documented standardization parameters for Karpasasthyadi Taila and reported utility in cervical spondylosis, apabahuka (shoulder stiffness), and in therapeutic Nasya/GreevaBasti protocols. Several case studies and small clinical series describe symptomatic improvement (pain, stiffness, range of motion, and functional gains) when Karpasasthyadi Taila is used as part of an integrated Ayurvedic regimen.

Indications (traditional & clinical)

• Paralytic weakness and hemiplegia (as an external supportive oil after physician assessment)
• Facial palsy and localized peripheral neuropathies
• Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis), apabahuka and local shoulder pain syndromes
• Cervical spondylosis, cervical radiculopathy and chronic neck stiffness
• Vata predominant joint and muscular disorders requiring nourishing and warming local therapy.

Suggested usage & application

• External Abhyanga (therapeutic massage) over affected region for 20–30 minutes followed by gentle fomentation (hot poultice) as indicated.
• Nasya (medicated nasal instillation) using the mrudu or madhyama paka variant, under physician supervision, for cervico-cranial neuralgia and facial palsy protocols.
• GreevaBasti (retention therapy for the cervical region) with properly prepared madhyama/khara paka oil in clinical settings.

All uses should be guided by a qualified Ayurvedic physician and integrated with physiotherapy and rehabilitative measures where applicable.

Safety & precautions

• For external use only; avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
• Patch test on a small skin area is recommended for individuals with sensitive skin or known allergies.
• Not indicated as a stand-alone treatment for acute infections or febrile conditions; in such cases consult a physician.
• Maintain hygienic handling and store in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. Discontinue if irritation occurs and seek medical advice.

Quality & formulation notes
Authentic classical preparations are produced with standardized raw materials and documented manufacturing processes (degree of paka, type of lipid, and herb:oil ratios). For clinical procedures (Nasya/GreevaBasti) use the specific variant of the oil prepared for that purpose (mrudu/madhyama/khara paka) and follow institutional aseptic protocols.

EACH 10 ML IS PREPARED OUT OF:

Sl.no	Malayalam name	Botanical name	Qty
1	Tailam	Sesamum indicum	10.00 ml
2	Paruthikuru	Gossypium hirsutum	1.00mg
3	Kuruthotti	Sida cordifolia	1.00mg
4	Uzhunnu	Vigna mungo	1.00mg
5	Muthira	Dolichos biflorus	1.00mg
6	Prasarani	Paederia foetida	1.00mg
7	Koovalam	Aeglemarmelos	1.00mg
8	Kumizhu	Gmelina arborea	1.00mg
9	Pathiri	Stereospermumcolais	1.00mg
10	Palakapayyani	Oroxylumindicum	1.00mg
11	Munja	Premnaserratifolia	1.00mg
12	Oorila	Desmodiumgangeticum	1.00mg
13	Moovilla	Pseudarthriaviscida	1.00mg
14	Cheruvazhuthina	Solanum violaceum	1.00mg
15	Cheroola	Ouret lanata	1.00mg
16	Njarinjil	Tribulusterrestris	1.00mg
17	Devatharam	Cedrus deodara	0.01mg
18	Kuruthotti	Sida cordifolia	0.01mg
19	Chittaratha	Alpinia calcarata	0.01mg
20	Pushkaramoolam	Costus speciosus	0.01mg
21	Kaduk	Brassica nigra	0.01mg
22	Sathakuppa	Anethum sowa	0.01mg
23	Chukku	Zingiber officinale	0.01mg
24	Kattuthippali	Piper longum	0.01mg
25	Kattumulak	Piper attenuatum	0.01mg
26	Muringa tholli	Moringa oleifera	0.01mg
27	Thavizhama	Boerhavia diffusa	0.01mg
28	Erattimaduram	Glycyrrhizaglabra	0.01mg
29	Vayamb	Acorus calamus	0.01mg
30	Induppu	Rock salt	0.01mg
31	Athithippali	Scindapsus officinalis	0.01mg
32	Prasaraniveru	Paederia foetida	0.01mg
33	Jadamanji	Nardostachys jatamansi	0.01mg
34	Sathavarikizhangu	Asparagus racemosus	0.01mg
35	Muthanga	Cyperus rotundus	0.01mg
36	Koduveli	Plumbago indica	0.01mg
37	Ksheera	Cow’s milk	10.000 ml

 

Manufactured & Marketed by

Dr. K. V. VIJAYAN INSTITUTE OF AYURVEDA

MEDICAL SCIENCE PRIVATE LIMITED (VIAMS)

MEZHATHUR PO, TRITHALA, PALAKKAD DIST

KERALA, INDIA – 679 534

Manufactured at

KEVEES PHARMACEUTICALS

MEZHATHUR PO., PALAKKAD DT.

KERALA, INDIA – 679 534

Usage: For External application only

Dosage: As directed by the Physician

Indications: 

• To treat Paralysis attacks and Facial palsy
• Pain management
• Inflammation reduction
• Muscle relaxation
• Neurological support
• Joint nourishment and Synovial fluid replenishment
• Tissue repair and regeneration

Expiry Date: 36 Months from the Date of Manufacturing.