I would like to know is there any Siddha or Ayurvedic formulations available for the treatment of external parasites like ticks, lice, fleas, etc. The formulations available for human use is fine for me to give a try in animals for its efficacy. If anyone is aware of such formulations please let me know.
Being a High-Tec experimental biochemist deeply interested in holistic aspects of cell metabolism and function I turned to the principles of ancient Ayurveda which was founded on such holistic principles. I am convinced that many of our modern day ailments are due to the results of a breakdown in holistic networks in certain parts of the body manifesting the diseased symptoms (disharmony), caused primarily by wrong dietary habits, and excessive use of chemicals. According to Ayurveda, proper diet is our medicine.
In cases like parasite infections in the GI tract, there are very good Ayurveda treatment for cure. This is called TRIPHALA (consisting of a powder of three dry fruits, Haritaki, Amlaki and Bohara sold in special stores around the world). Use that as recommended.
Hi Srinivasan:
Sorry for this oversight. I noticed later that you wanted to know about the Ayurvedic remedy for external parasite infection, but I talked about the internal infection. I am sure there will be some for external infection. Please ask a practicing Ayurvedist.
Sir Neemba oil (neem oil) will be useful in lice and other parasites.
Hi...
for external parasites, you can use Neem oil (made from seeds), Arand oil and also a Khwat (preparation in water) of Shigru (moringa oliefera leaves)..If you need any specific parasite..please elaborate.
Thanks to both Jasmine Gujrathi and Dr. Upadhyay. Yes, Neem-oil is a great antibacterial agent and will also be a good repellant for external parasites.
Dear Sir
pl go through the following link, which may be helpful to your requirement.
http://www.hillagric.ac.in/edu/covas/vpharma/winter%20school/lectures/37%20herbal%20ectoparasiticidal%20drugs.pdf
http://www.hillagric.ac.in/edu/covas/vpharma/winter%20school/lectures/37%20herbal%20ectoparasiticidal%20drugs.pdf
There are many plants that have the effect of anti parasite treatment. But the most useful one is Decoction of Triphala or fruits of three trees namely Terminalia Chebula, Terminalia bellerica and Emblica officinalis and Panchavalkala barks of Ficus glomerata, Ficus, religiosa, Ficus lacor, Tespesia populnea and Ficus bengalensis. are very useful and prominent.
These are generally used for washing the wounds and are found to be having tremendous results even in non-healing ulcers.
My suggestion is that, the below formulation may be validated clinically, post graduate student may be involved as a researcher to take up this for his dissertation or thesis work.
What you asked is a broad spectrum external medicament for common skin parasites in Animals-Veterinary Practices.
An Ointment may be prepared as per standard SOP
- Tankan = Borax 3%
- Karpur=Cinnamon camphor 3%
- Azadiracta indica seed oil 20%
- Karanj=Pongamia pinnata kernel oil 20%
- Bees Wax Q S as Base +
- Glycerol or any suitable emulsifier Q S as Base to make 100%
Apply twice in day for three weeks observe and record the results. Any further help may inform
Dear all, as a research point of view.....try vran ropan tail...(as mentioned in ayurvedic texts).
Thank you all for your suggestions and recommendations. I will purchase the formulation available in the market based on your recommendations, and do a study in the lab, an in vitro assay on ticks and based on the results, I would like to proceed for the further studies in animals after appropriate approval.
Karanj taila(oil prepared from pongamia pinnata) and camphor will certainly help to remove external parasites.The oil acts as an irritant for the parasites.A thorough wash after overnight application is necessary.
For fungal infection in pet Dogs, local application of Aloe vera gel and Turmeric oil or Margosa oil cream is effective. Simple wash or bath of affected area with Trimyrobalan (Triphala) or Terminalia Arjuna warm decoction is effective. There are many such topical applications.
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