Capparis zeylanica (Aathandam)

AATHANDAM

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Botanical name:

Capparis zeylanica Linn                                                         

Action:

Stomachic, Sedative

Uses:

Severe head ache, Cough, Cold, Nasal congestion, Throat infection

Part used:

Leaf, Unripe fruit, Root, Root bark

Method of preparation:

 Unripe fruit is prepared as pickle and taken along with food

Dosage:

As needed

Duration:

40 days

Diet regimen:

Avoid salt and tamarind

Benefaction:

For diseases associated with Kabam humour

Note: Consulting a qualified siddha physician is mandatory for optimal results

References:

1.  A hand book of common siddha kayakalpa (Rasayana) herbs for healthy life, CCRAS, Dept.of AYUSH, Ministry of Health and Family welfare, New Delhi, 2008

2.   K.S.Murugesa Mudaliar, Siddha Materia Medica (Medicinal Plants Division), Directorate of Indian Medicine & Homeopathy, Chennai-106,2013 ,P- 68