Nagarjuna Balaaswagandhaadi Thailam (200ml) - Ayurvedic Bala-Ashwagandha Oil for Nerves, Muscles & Vata Balance
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A classical medicated oil named for its chief herbs, Bala (whose name means ‘strength’) and Ashwagandha. Deeply nourishing and Vata-pacifying, it is traditionally applied in massage to strengthen the muscles and nerves and support comfortable movement. For external use.
| SKU | Health Concern | Pack Size | Main Ingredient | Specialty | Brand |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12586 | Joint & Muscle Support | 200ml | Ashwagandha | 100% Natural | Nagarjuna |
Nagarjuna Balaaswagandhaadi Thailam is a nourishing, restorative oil from the classical text Sahasrayogam, built around Bala and Ashwagandha in a sesame base. Its core purpose is to tone the nerves and muscles, calm the mind and steady aggravated Vata. The name joins Bala (Sida cordifolia), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) and adi ("and others"), with Thailam meaning medicated oil.
Ayurvedic Significance
Bala and Ashwagandha are two of Ayurveda's finest Balya (strengthening) and Vata-pacifying herbs, and together in a Tila Taila base they make a deeply nourishing oil for Mamsa (muscle) and Majja (nervous) tissue. Balaaswagandhaadi helps balance Vata and Pitta, tone the soft tissues and support the natural flow of energy through the body. Used in Abhyanga, it is traditionally chosen to strengthen the muscles, steady the nerves and lend calm and clarity to the mind.
Key Benefits
- Strengthens muscles and tissue: Bala and Ashwagandha tone the Mamsa Dhatu and connective tissue.
- Nourishes the nerves: traditionally used to support and steady the nervous system.
- Calms the mind: the nourishing base helps ease stress and support clarity.
- Vata and Pitta balance: a soothing oil for both aggravated doshas.
- Restorative Abhyanga: well suited to warm oil massage over the body.
Ingredients
| Ingredient (Sanskrit) | Botanical Name | Part Used | Form |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bala | Sida cordifolia | Root | Decoction |
| Ashwagandha | Withania somnifera | Root | Decoction / paste |
| Rasna, Manjishtha, Chandana | Pluchea lanceolata, Rubia cordifolia, Pterocarpus santalinus | Leaf / root / heartwood | Paste (Kalka) |
| Sariva, Madhuka, Usheera, Jatamansi | Hemidesmus indicus, Glycyrrhiza glabra, Vetiveria zizanioides, Nardostachys jatamansi | Root | Paste (Kalka) |
| Laksha, Haridra | Laccifer lacca, Curcuma longa | Lac / rhizome | Paste |
| Tila Taila, Mastu | Sesamum indicum, whey of curds | Seed oil / liquid | Oil and liquid base |
Please read the label for the full ingredient list.
Suggested Use
Chiefly for external use as Abhyanga: a small amount is warmed and massaged gently over the body, ideally before a warm bath. As a topical oil there is no internal Anupana. For a routine suited to your constitution (Prakriti), a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner can offer personalised guidance.
Safety & Certifications
- For external use; avoid contact with eyes and broken skin, and do a patch test if you have sensitive skin.
- Prepared by the traditional Taila Paka method from authentically sourced herbs, per Sahasrayogam; manufactured by Nagarjuna to strict quality standards.
- If irritation occurs, discontinue use. Keep away from children.
- Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.
Additional Information
Written as Balaaswagandhaadi Thailam, Balaswagandhadi Tailam and Bala Ashwagandhadi Taila; the medicated oil form appears as Thailam, Tailam or Taila. These are different transliterations from Sanskrit and regional Indian languages for the same oil, which is drawn from the classical Sahasrayogam. Depending on availability, the item may be supplied by a reputed Kerala maker such as Nagarjuna, Arya Vaidya Sala, Arya Vaidya Pharmacy, Vaidyaratnam, Kerala Ayurveda or AVN.
