Medicinal Properties Of Kampillaka

Scientific Name:

• Mallotus philippinensis

Local Names:

• Karkash, Raktanga,Rechan, Kabilla, Kamalaguddi, KApilla, Shendri, Kunggumam, Kumkum, Kumkumu,Kukumadamar, Kapilo, kurmandkku, Lokhan, Kambali, Kamala tree. 

Ayurvedic Aspects:

In Ayurveda it is described under one among eight sadharana rasa. It is Kapha and Vata Shamak. 

• Guna: Laghu, Ruksha, Tikshna
• Rasa: Katu
• Virya: Ushna
• Vipak: Katu

Dosages:

• 1-3 grams (It can be used indifferent from like tablets, Churna, Syp. etc)

Interesting Facts:

•  It is an evergreen tree.
• It grows up to 20-30 feet's.
• It is use in making natural colors, dye etc.
• It is widely used in making cosmetic items.
• Phalaraja is used for this purpose.  
• Rottlerin, Isorottlerin are the main components.
• In classics, this plant is used in almost 44 no of herbo mineral preparations.

Medicinal Use:

• In the classics, it is indicated for more than 20 diseases. 
• It is useful in the treatment of leprosy>
• It is useful in the treatment of blood disorders and act as blood purifier.
• It is useful in the treatment of intestinal worms.
• It is useful in the treatment of renal stones.
• It is useful in the treatment of abdominal lumps.
• It is useful in the treatment of minor cuts and skin infections.
• It is useful in the treatment of healing ulcers.
• It is can be use as antifungal agent.
• It used as antiseptic agent.
• An excellent herb can use as contraceptive.

Contraindications:

• Avoid in pregnancy period.
• Avoid before and after major surgeries.
• Avoid over dosing.

Preparations:

• Krimighatini Vati (Classical)
• Tab. Krumina (Saranghadhar Pharma)