Kottamchukkadi Thailam is an Ayurvedic oil used in the treatment of Vata disorders causing neuro muscular pains, sciatica, spondylosis etc. This oil is formulated based on Kerala Ayurveda practice.
Uses
It helps to relieve pain and inflammation. It is used in arthritis, sciatica, myalgia, spondylosis, neck sprain, ankle sprain, blunt injury of knee, tennis elbow etc.
Useful in intercostal neuropathy
It is useful to relieve numbness, pain and stiffness.
Bursitis
Bursitis trochanterica
Shoulder dislocation pain
Post viral fever, when the patient complains of body, muscle and joint pains
Mode of Usage
It is used for massage and Ayurvedic therapies like Dhara.
In low back ache, it is used for oil pooling method called Kati Basti.
How long to use?
Since it is only used for external application, this can be applied over the painful swollen areas for a very long period of time.
Application on feet
Oil application over feet
Precaution if you apply this oil over feet:
If you apply this oil on feet, make sure to wash off thoroughly with water or wipe off with cloth. The oil can make you slippery while walking.
After applying, make sure there are no oil spills on the floor. This can make the floor slippery.
Side Effects
There are no known side effects of this oil on external application.
Principle
In this herbal oil, the herbs are infused in the medium of sesame oil along with herb water decotion. Then the solid waste herb materials are filtered out. Thus, this oil contains oil soluble and water soluble phyto-active principles of medicinal herbs.
Contents
Kottamchukkadi Thailam ingredients:
Kottam – Saussurea lappa – Root – 21 grams
Chukku – Ginger – Zingiber officinalis – Rhizome – 21 grams
Vayambu – Acorus calamus – Rhizome – 21 grams
Shigru – Moringa oliefera – Stem bark – 21 grams
Lashuna – Garlic – Alium sativum – Bulbs – 21 grams
Karotti – Capparis sepiaria – Root – 21 grams
Devadruma – Cedrus deodara – Heartwood – 21 grams
Siddartha – Mustard – Brassica juncea – Seed – 21 grams
Suvaha – Rasna – Pluchea lanceolata – Rhizome – 21 grams
Murchita tila taila – Oil of Sesasmum indicum – 768 ml
Dadhi – Curds – 768 ml
Chincha rasa – Tamarind leaves juice – Tamarindus indica – 3.072 liter
Method of Preparation
Ingredients from Kottam to Suvaha is made into paste by adding with sufficient quantity of water. Fresh tamarind leaves are collected, made into paste and juice is extracted. Murchita tila taila is heated adding with paste and stirred continuously while adding chincha rasa and curds. Heating is stopped on appearance of froth over the oil and absence of moisture content. To confirm the absence of moisture, the oil is exposed to fire and checked for absence of crackling sound. It is filtered, cooled and stored in tightly closed container.
Reference and Expiry Date
Sahasra Yoga Taila Prakarana – 12
Expiry date: 3 years from the date of manufacture. Once you open the seal, it is better to use it within an year.
Sanskrit Shloka Verse
Manufacturers
Vaidyaratnam
Arya Vaidya Sala, Kottakkal
AVP, AVN.
Nagarjuna – Kottamchukkaadi Thailam
Nagarjuna also manufactures Kottamchukkaadi Kuzhampu.
Research
Kottamchukkadi Taila is available in market in khara paaka. The Physico Chemical properties of Kottamchukkadi Taila prepared in mrdu, madhyama and khara paaka have not been reported. Aim of the study was to assess the physico-chemical characters of Kottamchukkadi Taila prepared in mrdu, madhyama and khara paaka. Study setting: Research and development division, Oushadhi Pharmacy, Thrissur, Kerala and Arya Vaidya Sala, Kottakkal, Kerala. The physico-chemical characters like colour, odour, refractive index, specific gravity, acid value, saponification value, iodine value, peroxide value, optical rotation, rancidity test, loss on drying of Kottamchukkadi taila prepared in mrdu, madhyama and khara paaka were analyzed. On analytical study of trividha paaka of Kottamchukkadi Taila, the loss on drying, iodine value and acid value were less in khara paaka indicating fewer chances of early rancidity and thereby a prolonged shelf life whereas Acid value, Saponification value and Peroxide value were higher in mrdu paaka. On experimental study, mrdu, madhyama and khara paaka showed significant difference in molecular level, concentration of active ingredients and penetration co-efficient of active ingredients. (Source)
During pregnancy, lactation
If you were using this oil before pregnancy without any allergic reaction, you can continue using this oil even during pregnancy.
If you have not used this product before and wish to use it during pregnancy, better to consult a doctor because it can cause skin allergy in some rare cases.
It is generally considered as safe to use during lactation, however consult your doctor for the right advice.
Can this product be applied after steam therapy?
No. Oil is best applied before steam therapy. This is as per basic Ayurvedic principles.
Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
This article is written by Dr. Janardhana V Hebbar BAMS, MD (Ayu), PGDPSM, Managing Director, Easy Ayurveda Hospital.
It is reviewed by Dr. Shilpa Ramdas BAMS, MD (Ayu), Chief Ayurvedic Physician, Easy Ayurveda Hospital
125 thoughts on “Kottamchukkadi Thailam Benefits, How To Use, Ingredients, Side Effects”
What is the difference between Kottamchukkadi Taila and Visha gharbha Taila? Which is better? I am using Visha garbha for my knee pain. A friend suggested Kottamchukkadi Taila.
Hi, both are good for joints.
Vishagarbha taila is pridominantly useful in relieving stiffness.
Hello sir, I bought this thaila for my grandpa that shop assistant advices to apply for a short time but which is best?
It is helpful. Please continue.
Should I apply as it is or massage
Apply and do gentle massage for 1 – 2 minutes.
Hello sir,
I just wanted to know that the meaning of “CONTAINS HEAVY METALS WITHIN PERMISSIBLE LIMITS” (Mentioned in Kottamchukkadi thailam).
Hi, I wonder where I have written this. It does not contain any heavy metal ingredients.
Hello sir,
I fell down from byke 1 month before & had some pain on my knee. Dr told there is ligament injury & put plaster for 1 week & then did physiotherapy & now am doing exercises .,applying some murivenna oil. My friend told me if i use mix murivenna oil & karpasasthiathi oil it would be more good. Is this good ? or should I use only murivenna oil ?
Please inform me at ur earliest.
Hi, the 2 oil mix can be more beneficial.
Dear Sir,
I’ve been using kottamchukkadi thailam for my shoulder pain and swelling. Is it safe to use it while pregnant?
Thanks
Reshma
It is safe to use while pregnancy – for external application.
Kottamchukkadi relieves pain, so you can give it a try for sure.
My mother has a neuromuscular disorder. Is this oil good for that?
Hi, Ksheerabala taila or Balaswagandhadi taila is a better oil for neuromuscular disorders, than this.
I have a ligament tear .. do we use this oil ?
Better to use Mahamasha taila or Bala Ashwagandhadi taila.
Hi, I have scar tenderness, i am using Kottamchukkadi tailam for a while, when it is used I am not have any pain, but i have been using it regularly to relieve pain up to 4 times a day. Is there any better remedy than this??
Hi, because you have found it useful, better to stick with this oil only.
Dear Sir,
I have been getting a kind of numb pain in my right arm since a few years. This pain is recurring every 2 to 3 months. The doctor says it’s due to carpal tunnel syndrome. Will kottamchukady oil help or should I use murrivenna oil ?
You can use Murivenna.
Dear Doctor,
I have a ACL tear, first 2week with brace and 3week onwards using murivenna oil.
Now, I am in 5week, No swelling, I could able to walk slowly, driving, stair case would be clime up & down with out any hassle. but I have very slight feel of activity time pain and needs to bring normal walk, please advise the treatment which to be followed.
Hi, continue applying Murivenna oil and take Yogaraja guggulu tablet – 1 tablet twice a day after food for about a month time. This should help resolve the remnant pain.
How many times a day should I use Kottamchukkadi Tailam, I have Pains around my knee and I have been given the above bottle
You can use it for a maximum up to 5 – 6 times in a day.
sir my father was told to mix kottamchukkathi,karpoorathy and sahajarathi kuzambus and apply on the body.
is this correct
Hi,Ihave stomach problem.When I bend or something hits me,pain starts in my stomach.Veins of my stomach are very weak Will dis oik be helpful.?
Hi, this oil might not be useful in relieving stomach problems.
Please consult a doctor directly.
I find there is infection between the fingers of my left foot. I am a diabetic. I got Bliss Balm (Oushadi) from the ayurvedic doctor. Is this ok for infection>
Hello Doctor
My mother who is 63 is unable to walk properly because the heel bone of her right foot is paining a lot. She faces pain when ever she wants to stand on her feet. What is the best option.
you can use pinda taila for external application. Along with this, oral medication might also be required. Please consult an Ayurvedic doctor.
I am using Kottamchukkadi Tailam in conjunction with another oil that smells like it has Turmeric in it for arthritis. Do you know it? The two oils cost $100.00 US. Did I get swindled?
I do not think any oil would cost that much. Always, ask for the name of the medicine. If the doctor is not ready to reveal it, you have the choice and right to not trust the doctor. – Read related – http://easyayurveda.com/2013/09/13/ayurvedic-doctor-reveal-names-medicines/
Hello doctor, I have L3 L4 disc herniation for last 5 yrs. am applying kottamchukadi churnam and applying karpasasthyadi thailam for massage. But sometime pain occurs again. What u suggest? Please help
hello,
you may need a course of abhyanga and svedana therapy which will cause benefit you for sure. please consult your nearby Ayurveda doctor.
can we apply on head?and it reduces heat
no.
hi you can use kottamchukkadi thailam for Rheumatoid arthritis, as it is having anti inflammatory properties. It helps to relieve pain and inflammation.
Read more about rheumatoid arthritis diet food to avoid – http://easyayurveda.com/2011/01/11/rheumatoid-arthritis-diet-food-to-avoid/
i want to buy online.kottamchukkadi thailam but it is going to some pinda.
kottamchukkadi with dhanwantharam tailam will help. only external application of oil does not help you much. you need to take oral medications also. in some conditions jaanu basti treatment also helps.
Good Morning !! I’m having paresthesia due to slip disc of L5-S1 in my left foot with tingling and burning sensation. Will this oil help if I use to massage my foot ??
definitely you can use this. you can use this twice daily.
Hi .I have neck pain..slight spondlosis..and numbness in my arms and fingers. Can Iuse this oil. And iIhave feet heel pain. What do i do
What type of oil is used for disc herniation And what treatment is recommended
Hello sir, The therapies like Abyanga swedam, Nasyam, Pathrapotala swedam, Choornapinda swedam, Shirodhara, Kati Vasti, Greeva Vasti, Vasti etc. are done as per the necessity and condition. These therapies are directed towards relieving the inflammatory changes, releasing the spasms and nerve compressions in the affected area, strengthening the supportive tissues holding the spine, nourishing the joints through improving the circulation.
There are number of oils which can be used like Kottam chukkadi tailam, Balashwagandhadi thailam,Maha Narayana thailam etc.,
My son aged 14 is having back pain, past few months he is not able to bend his back completely and has Sciatica, thigh pain.
Doctor recommended to use Kottam chukkadi thailam and Ksheera bala capsules. Whether these medicines reduces the problem, due you recommend any other medicines.
Thank you
Hello sir,
My dad have pain and swelling on knee about 6 month and not able to walk more please suggest me which oil is better for their swelling and pain. I have purchased kottamchukkadi tailam for him any thing else i have to do? Please suggest me.
Hello doctor,
My father do the same as you suggested but there is no benefit in pain. Please suggest me other option which can relief him in pain.
Waiting for response.
Thanks
My friend’s 16 months old child keeps her legs stiff wen she is conscious and doesn’t stand straight or haven’t started walking yet. Her legs are flexible wen she sleeps. Doctors said some neuro issue and physiotherapy is being given now. Right nw she is also using dhanvantram tailam to massage her legs. Is that enough or should we use some other oil?
Thanks
Hi, Dhanwantaram tailam is the right oil for massage in that child’s case.
Hi, you can apply Kottamchukkadi oil, 15 minutes before shower. It will help to reduce pain to some extent.
Sir my sister have osteoarthritis for 15 year and age 35 year. I brought kottamchukadi theilam . but how it uses.
It can be applied to knee joints 30 minutes before bath, everyday. If pain is severe, it can be applied two times a day.
Hello sir I have some bulging discs in cervical area which oil is suitable for me strengthening that are….now I start stiffness in lumbar area ….which oil is suitable for me
Hello madam, Maha narayan taila or Kottamchukkadi Thailam can be used.
Along with Abhyangam You can undergo Patrapinda sweda and other Panchakarma procedures for your complaint.
Can this oil be used for varicose veins?
No madam.
Thanks a lot madam.
You are welcome Madam.
Which tailam is recommended for varicose veins doctor?
Hi Doctor, i have ringing in my left ear and its there for more than one year is there any treatment in Ayurveda for this condition?
Hello. Can murivenna oil be used during pregnancy? An 30weeks ongoing and have a ankle sprain.
Sir did i want to apply hot compress after applying kottam chukkadhi?
If pain, then Kottakchukkadi or mahanarayana.
For muscle strength improvement – Balaswagandhadi tailam.
Hi, rather than email consultation, Panchakarma treatment will be very good for you. Please consult a nearby Ayurveda center.
My neighbor an old lady, aged 75 years. Her both legs are swell up to knee. She is a diabetic. What oil can be applied for how many hrs in a day. Before or after bath. Pls. advise
Hi, her swollen legs might not be due to arthritis. She needs to consult a doctor
How to get rid of joint pain and swelling after Chickengunea
Please read here – http://easyayurveda.com/2009/12/09/ayurvedic-treatment-for-chikungunya-arthritis/
Do you recommend any oils for people with the Auto Immune disease?
Sir l have been diagnosed chondromalacia GR 4 in rt knee. and osteoarthritic changes in both the knees last six months back.right now I have no stiffness ,pain n flexibility is regained.but still having swelling in right knee.which oil is good for me.
I am suffeting from PIVDL4L5 and using kottam chukadi . Is it useful or not?
I have pain in my hands if I write for some time. My hands become very numb and I lose sensation. I experience difficulty in holding things. Sometimes feel like tip of my fingers have gush of blood and about to break. I was wondering if i can try Kottamchukkadi Oil mixed with Dhanvantharam/Karpooradi Oil for massage. Doctor, Is there anything else you would like to suggest?
Hi,
My doctor said I have iliotibial band syndrome. Will Kottamchukkadi oil help to relieve the pain?
Thank you very much for the reply.
My friend is 6 months pregnant and she has having severe numbness pain and burning since she has been 16wks..the severity is increasing and she is not able to stand or sit for even few minutes.Even a faint touch on thigh gives a sharp pain. Can you suggest any thailam?
Hi, it is a good combination.
It may take 2 – 3 weeks to know the difference.
My mother has nerve compression L3 & L5. Due to which her nerves of both feet are stiff and there is numbness in feet. A friend suggested Kottamchukkadi oil. Please advise brand as we see so many on net and or alternate oil treatment
hi , is neeru enna more beneficial or kottam chukadi beneficial for swollen knee?
Both are equally useful. I would prefer Kottamchukkadi taila.
Can this oil be applied on varicose vein to avoid getting verse ?
I have a wrist a pain because my ligament was break tell me how to use and precautions. Thanks
Can this oil cure ankle sprain?
Hello doctor my father has varicose veins and his. Legs are swollen .He had undergone surger also …..but no relief with alopathy. …………. pls suggest a tailam that he can use to reduce swelling. ….. can we use kottachukadhi tailam….
I got terrible lower back pain and pain in right hip after changing empty gas cylinder and fixing new cylinder. I applied Vaidyaratnam kottamchuadi thailam on the painful areas. Shall i keep hot water bag in that area after applying kottamchukadi? Will it help?. How long will it take for pain to be relieved? Should i apply only small quantity or liberally to affected areas? Is murrivenna better for my pain or kottamchukadi is enough?
It helps. You can keep hot waer bag on the area after applying kottamchukkadi.
It may take 7-10 days to relieve pain.
Murivenna is equally useful as Kottamchukkadi.
Hi my grandma got affected by stroke 2 weeks back. Her left leg and hand got paralysed. She is in medication. she has sensation in her leg and hand when we touch her. My friend requested kottamchukkadi oil for massaging her leg and hand. Will this work for her to get recover from the paralysis? pls guide.
It is useful. But better to consult a local Ayurvedic doctor directly.
Does kottumchukkadi oil cause asthma or wheezing?
No.
Sir ,
My mother having legs pain when she is stand and walk ! my mother is 60+
sir please give some oil from which she get relief from paint while standing and walking
thanks you
Dr.
Sir can this oil be used for general oil bath once a week? Or which oil is better.. i don’t have any injuries pains or anything.. just for taking oil bath
Is there any study available on kottamchukkadi thilam
Read here
http://www.ijrap.net/admin/php/uploads/1963_pdf.pdf
Thanks for being there for me when I really needed you. I appreciate you so much.
Sir, while I go for walking I feel slight shivering on my knees and back of knees. Which oil is best to apply. Pleas advice. Thank you.
Is this useful for tennis elbow??
Massage over neck 10 minutes before bath, everyday. You can also apply it at night.
This oil is very useful i was having seviour back pain after applying this oil for a month my back is totally gone……….none of the dr medicines didnt affected thank a ton to this oil………
This chat has been very useful to me. I was reading through it and noted down the names of some herbal oils which I am planning to purchase when I come to India. Thanks, Dr. JV Hebbar! I am sure your generous advice has been helpful to a lot of people who are in pain. God Bless!
In what proportion Murivenna and kottamchukkadi tailam to be mixed for knee pain..
50:50
I have spondylitis and carpal tunnel syndrome, can I use mahanarayana railam??
Yes.
Hi
I have sciatica which is causing me acute pain in the leg and lower back.Which is the best oil and how it’s applied. Can you guide me
Kottamchukkadi.
I have body pains after physical activity…Basically muscle pains on the back ( ribs ), hands, thighs and legs. Is this oil suitable? If so how to apply, how much quantity. Is massage needed. Please advise.
Yes. Apply one teaspoon quantity on painful areas.
From today I have started this oil for finger joint pain and lower back ache. How long will I be required to use it.