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Agaru

अगरु (Agaru / Loha / Krishna Agaru)

Botanical: Aquilaria agallocha • Common: Agarwood / Aloeswood / Oud

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Dravyaguna Bio-energetic Matrix

Classical pharmacological energetics from Charaka Samhita & Bhavaprakasha Nighantu.

Rasa (Taste)

Katu (Pungent), Tikta (Bitter)

Virya (Potency)

Ushna (Heating)

Vipaka (Post-Digestive)

Katu (Pungent)

Guna (Qualities)

Laghu (Light), Tikshna (Penetrating), Snigdha (Unctuous)

Doshic Action Pacifies Kapha & Vata

Tridoshic Modulation

Botanical Monograph & Classical Overview

Agaru is the precious resinous heartwood formed in response to natural fungal infection. Acharya Charaka declares Agaru as the foremost drug for Sheetaprashamana (allaying coldness and chills).

🎯 Therapeutic Indications & Health Benefits

Key clinical applications documented in clinical Ayurvedic literature.

• Hypothermia, Extreme Chills & Winter Cold Stagnation
• Pleuritic Chest Pains, Asthma & Bronchial Wheezing
• Arthritic Joint Swellings (Topical Application in Lepas)
• Sacred Aromatherapy, Spiritual Mental Upliftment & Insomnia

⚠️ Precautions, Contraindications & Safe Usage

Heating in nature; limit internal use in bleeding diathesis.

Statutory Health Disclaimer: The botanical and energetic descriptions provided on this page are for classical educational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional clinical medical advice, diagnosis, or prescription. Consult a qualified, registered Ayurvedic doctor before introducing therapeutic dosages.

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