Tagar (Valeriana wallichii) is an Ayurvedic herb with the following properties and uses:
Properties:
– Rasa (Taste): Tikta (Bitter), Katu (Pungent), Kasaya (Astringent)
– Guna (Main Quality): Laghu (Light), Snigadh or Sneha (Unctuous or Oily)
– Virya (Potency): Ushna (Hot)
– Vipaka (Resultant): Katu (Pungent)
Indications:
– Pacifies Vata and Kapha doshas
– Beneficial in various diseases, including:
– Vata and Kapha disorders
– Facial paralysis
– Paralysis
– Insanity
– Epilepsy
– Osteoarthritis
– Rheumatoid arthritis
– Gout
– Hypertension
– Whooping cough
– Asthma
– Loss of appetite
– Abdominal pain
– Constipation
– Hepatitis
– Jaundice
– Ascites
– Splenomegaly
– Dysuria
– Impotence and erectile dysfunction
– Dysmenorrhea (painful periods)
– Skin diseases
– Erysipelas
– Chronic fever
– Malaria
Ayurvedic formulations and uses:
– Tagara Powder or its formulations are used internally and externally
– Used in Ayurvedic treatments like Panchakarma
– Recommended in Ayurvedic diets and lifestyle regimens
Consult an Ayurvedic doctor or practitioner for personalized guidance on using Tagar.
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