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Karanja Taila

Karanja Taila is a classical Ayurvedic taila, a medicated oil. Oil base ensures sustained contact with skin. Karanjin has UV-absorbing properties providing photoprotective effect. Penetrates stratum corneum effectively.

Key facts
Also known asKaranja Taila, KaranjaTaila

Names and identification

LanguageName
EnglishKaranja Taila

Ayurvedic pharmacology (Dravyaguna)

PropertyValueDescription
Rasa (Taste)Tikta, KatuPrimary taste
Guna (Quality)TikshnaPhysical quality
Virya (Potency)UshnaHeating/Cooling effect
Vipaka (Post-digestive)KatuPost-digestive effect

What is it made of?

Mineral/Elemental Profile

  • Primary component: Mineral-derived preparation
  • Note: Composition varies by specific preparation method

Analytical Methods: XRD, ICP-OES, SEM-EDS

Dosage forms and preparation

Dosage Forms: Taila (medicated oil for external use), Ointment (modern), Cream (modern)

Standard Dosage: External application on affected skin, 1-2 times daily, as per AFI

Bioavailability: Topical application provides direct dermal delivery of karanjin and pongamol (furanoflavonoids). Oil base ensures sustained contact with skin. Karanjin has UV-absorbing properties providing photoprotective effect. Penetrates stratum corneum effectively.

Optimal Timing: After bathing or at bedtime for Kushtha (skin diseases), Dadru (ringworm), and Krimi (parasitic infections)

Shelf Life: 2 years (cold-pressed), 3 years (medicated taila)

Storage: Store in amber glass bottles in a cool, dark place. Temperature not exceeding 25°C. Protect from light — karanjin is photosensitive.

Marker Compounds: Karanjin, Pongamol, Pongapin, Pongaglabol, Furanoflavonoids

Quality Parameters: Acid value, peroxide value, saponification value (185-195), iodine value (80-90), refractive index, specific gravity, karanjin content by HPLC (NLT 0.5%), pongamol content, furanoflavonoid assay, rancidity test negative, microbial limits, heavy metals

Vehicle (Anupana): Not applicable — external use only. Apply thin layer and massage gently.

Synergistic Combinations

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