Nagarmotha powder (Cyperus rotundus)

Musta (Cyperus rotundus) or nut grass is a perennial herb distributed throughout the plains of India. It has had an important place in Ayurveda since time immemorial as one of the best herbs for fevers. The main chemical substances identified in Cyperus Rotundus include Cadalene, Cyprotene, Flavonoids, Sesquiterpenes, Terpenoids, Mustakone, Isocyperol, Acyperone, Rotundene, and Valecine, among others.

Musta is an anti-inflammatory, anti-pyretic, useful in obesity, improves digestion, and is a galactagogue (for lactation). It is also used externally for various skin conditions and itching. It is given in post-natal care to heal the body of the new mother by building up strength and supporting the uterus post-delivery.

• Rasa (Taste): Tikta (Bitter), Katu (Pungent), Kashaya (Astringent)
  
• Guna (qualities): Rooksha (drying), Laghu (light)
  
• Veerya (potency): Sheeta (cold)
  
• Effect on Tridosha: Balances Pitta and Kapha

Key Benefits:

• Useful in obesity, improves digestion
• Used externally for various skin conditions and itching
• Given in post-natal care to heal the body of the new mother
• Supporting the uterus post-delivery
  
  

Ingredients :

• Nagarmotha

Indications :

• Fever
• Hepato-protective
• Post-natal care
• Lactation
• Skin
• Obesity

Contra-indications :

• It should be taken under the supervision of an Ayurvedic physician in case of excessive Vata imbalance.
  

Dosage/Usage:

Half a teaspoon (2-3 g) with warm water once or twice a day or as advised by an Ayurveda physician.