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.
| Also known as | Karanja Taila, KaranjaTaila |
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Names and identification
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| English | Karanja Taila |
Ayurvedic pharmacology (Dravyaguna)
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa (Taste) | Tikta, Katu | Primary taste |
| Guna (Quality) | Tikshna | Physical quality |
| Virya (Potency) | Ushna | Heating/Cooling effect |
| Vipaka (Post-digestive) | Katu | Post-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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