Description

About

Sapthachadadi Kashayam is a classical Ayurvedic decoction (Kashayam) traditionally used in the management of skin diseases, fevers, and inflammatory conditions. Its name comes from Sapthachada (Alstonia scholaris), the chief ingredient, which is well known in Ayurveda for its antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, and skin-healing properties. This Kashayam is commonly prescribed for eczema, boils, chronic skin conditions, fever, and blood purification.

Uses

• Treats skin diseases like eczema, dermatitis, boils, and itching

• Supports blood purification

• Useful in chronic fever and inflammatory conditions

• Reduces burning sensation and irritation in the body

• Helps in balancing Pitta and Kapha doshas

Benefits

• Natural detoxifier and blood purifier

• Reduces skin inflammation and itching

• Relieves chronic fever and associated weakness

• Improves complexion and skin tone

• Strengthens immunity and enhances skin healing

Different Names in Different Languages

• Tamil: சப்தசதாதி கஷாயம்

• Hindi: सप्तछदादि कषाय

• Telugu: సప్తచదాది కషాయం

• Kannada: ಸಪ್ತಚದಾದಿ ಕಷಾಯ

• Malayalam: സപ്തചദാദി കഷായം

• English: Sapthachadadi Kashayam / Alstonia Scholaris Decoction

Key Ingredients (Common)

• Sapthachada (Alstonia scholaris) – anti-inflammatory, antipyretic

• Nimba (Azadirachta indica / Neem) – blood purifier, antimicrobial

• Haridra (Turmeric) – anti-inflammatory, skin healer

• Patola (Trichosanthes dioica) – detoxifier, useful in skin disorders

• Other supportive herbs for blood purification and fever relief

Dosage & Administration

• Adults: 15–30 ml of Kashayam once or twice daily, mixed with equal quantity of warm water

• Children: 5–15 ml (only under medical supervision)

• Best taken before food or as advised by the physician

Precautions

• Should be taken only under Ayurvedic physician’s supervision

• Not recommended during pregnancy unless prescribed

• Overdosage may cause digestive discomfort

• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight