PHARMACODYNAMICS OF MURDHNI TAILA
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.22159/prl.ijayush.v15i06%20(June).2093Keywords:
Murdhni Taila, Shiro Abhyanga, Shirodhara, Shiro Pichu, Shirobasti, Vata Dosha, Bahya Snehana, Panchkarma, PharmacodynamicsAbstract
Murdhni Taila is an important therapeutic procedure described in Ayurveda, in which medicated oil is applied over the head for preventive and curative purposes. The term Murdhni refers to the head and Taila means oil. The head is considered one of the most important regions of the body because it controls the sense organs, nervous functions, mental activities, sleep, memory, and overall coordination of the body. Therefore, procedures applied over the head have a direct and beneficial effect on Shira, Indriya, Manas, and Kesha. Murdhni Taila is mainly used to nourish the brain and nervous system, improve mental health, promote sleep, strengthen hair roots, and balance aggravated Vata Dosha. The present article explains the classical concept, types, indications, procedure, pharmacodynamic action, and clinical importance of Murdhni Taila.References
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