Dr K Devikrishnan, Chief Sub Editor,
Centre for textual studies and publications,
Arya Vaidya Sala, Kottakkal

The AVS factory in Kottakkal is where the medicinal oils are made. Qualified physicians closely monitor the preparation of the medications. The quality control laboratory, approved by the Indian government’s Ayush department, tests the raw ingredients used to prepare oil. The chemists in the QC lab test every batch of oil, and the senior physicians of Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala review and approve its organoleptic qualities.

Applying oil to the head helps to lessen conditions linked to stress and anxiety. Classical Ayurvedic textbooks such as Bhaishajyaratnavali, Sarngadharasamhita, Ashtangahridaya, Sahasrayoga and others mention a wide variety of medicinal oils. If the human body were a tree, the head would be seen as to be the tree’s roots, the trunk is the middle part of the body, and the tree’s four limbs are its branches. The head governs the entire body, just as the roots tend to the tree. The head contains the primary sensory organs. The head is therefore regarded as the body’s Uthamanga. Therefore, applying oil externally to the head benefits the brain, hearing, and eyes. Shiro Abhyanga is incorporated into the daily routine. The following oils are usually prescribed by the doctors in stress, anxiety and other mental disorders.

1. Baladhatryadi Tailam: This gingelly oil-based preparation is referred  in Sahasrayoga. The main ingredients are Bala, Dhatri, Guloochi, Useera, Hreebera, Chandana,Yashti, Satavarietc. This oil relieves the disease of the head and it is very cooling and smoothening.
2. Balaswagandhadi Tailam: Bala, Aswagandha, Laksha, Durva, Madhuka, Useera, Chandanaare the main contents in the oil and is prepared according to Sahasryoga. Usually prescribed in rheumatic ailments, to improve strength and it is also beneficial in psychological issues.
3. Brahmi Tailam: Brahmi and Yashtimadhuka are the important contents in this oil. This unique proprietary product of AVS can be used for headaches, insomnia, anxiety, stress, and other mental disorders.
4. Valiya Bhringamalakadi Tailam: It is an exclusive medicated gingelly oil-based product useful in insomnia, tension, anxiety, burning sensation, etc. It is very cooling and improves the power of vision. The main ingredients include Bringa, Amalaka, Tender coconut water, Yasht,i etc.
5. Valiya Chandanadi Tailam: This tailam is prepared according to Sahasrayoga .Used in insomnia, confused state of mind, alcoholism and burning sensation. The main ingredients include Chandana, Useera, Dhatri, Sariba, Brahmi, Satavari, Kumari, Tender coconut water etc.
6. Dhanvantaram Tailam: Is a well-known medicine described in Ashtangahridaya very commonly prescribed in rheumatic complaints,pre and post natal care is also used in stress related conditions.Dasamula, Bala,Yavaetc are main contents in this oil.
7. Valiya Narayana Tailam: Usually prescribed in rheumatic diseases, prepared according to Sahasrayoga and beneficial in mental disorders also. Vilwa, Aswagandha, Syonaka, Punarnava etc.are the major contents.
8. Lakshadi Keratailam: A pediatric coconut oil based preparation used in epilepsy. It is useful in pregnancy period and prevents respiratory disorders also. Preparation is based on Ashtangahridaya. Laksha, Aswagandha, Nisaetc. are the main contents.
9. Valiya Lakshadi Tailam: According to Sahasrayoga it is more effective than Lakshadikerataila. The main ingredients include Useera, Bala, Laksha etc.

 Main benefits of Medicated Oil application on body and head

Beneficial in all rheumatic disorders, and neurological diseases, especially in back pain, limb pain, headache, rheumatoid arthritis, sciatica, hemiplegia, burning sensation of the skin, various skin ailments, dryness of skin, cooling to eyes, provides good sleep and improves the skin colour. Useful in bone diseases and osteoarthritis. Improves growth of hair, muscle strength, and health of bones. Helps to control nasal allergies, headaches, and respiratory disorders. Nourishing, rejuvenating, and improving general strength. Beneficial in diseases of eye, ear teeth, and throat.

 Top 10 Oils useful in Vata predominant conditions

1. Prabhanjanavimardhanam Kuzhampu
2. Cheriya Naryana Tailam
3. Valiya chinchadi Tailam
4. Kottamchukkadi Tailam
5. Vatasani Tailam
6. Dhanwantaram Tailam
7. Karpasasthyadi Tailam
8. Mahamasha Tailam
9. Mahabala Tailam
10. Valiya Prasarini Tailam

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Top 10 Oils useful in Pitta predominant conditions

1. Amritadi Tailam
2. Arukaladi Tailam
3. Valiya Chandanadi Tailam
4. Cheriya Chandanadi Tailam
5. Nalpamaradi Tailam
6. Baladhatryadi Tailam
7. Madhuyashtyadi Tailam
8. Panchavalkkadi Tailam
9. Pinda Tailam
10. Tungadrumadi Tailam

 Top 10 Oils useful in Kapha predominant conditions

1. Eladikera Tailam
2. Eladi Tailam
3. Tekaraja Tailam
4. Surasadi Tailam
5. Tulasyadi Tailam
6. Rasnadi Tailam
7. Kshara Tailam
8. Vachalasunadi Tailam
9. Asneladi Tailam
10. Asaneladikera Tailam

 Important Oils that can be taken internally

1. Kshirabala (101)
2. Dhanvantaram (101)
3. Maharajaprasarini Tailam
4. Valiya Naryana Tailam
5. Bala Tailam
6. Gandha Tailam
7. Gandhrvahastadi Eranda Tailam
8. Mahabala Tailam
9. Sahacharadi (7)
10. Cheriya Narayana Tailam

 Oils used for Nasya

1. Kshirabala (101)
2. Dhanwantaram (101)
3. Kunkumadi Tailam
4. Karpasastyadi Tailam
5. Mahamasha Tailam
6. Anu Tailam

Before using the oil, please see an Ayurvedic doctor. The skilled doctor will recommend the right oil.