Nagadantyadi Ghrita In Keeta Visha - A Review

Background: Insect bites or stings are very common especially in the rural parts of India. Management of Keeta Visha has been explained in all the Ayurveda classics. Nagadantyadi Ghrita is a formulation indicated in various poisonous conditions by Acharya Charaka. Aim: This study aimed at evaluating the pharmacological properties of Nagadantyai Ghrita and its effect on Keeta Visha. Materials and Methods: This literature study was done by referring various Samhita’s, articles and online sources. Observations and Results: There are 8 ingredients in Nagadantyadi Ghrita and among them all most all ingredients show Vedanasthapana, Vishagna and Shothahara properties. Conclusion: Oral intake of Nagadantyadi Ghrita can manage the symptoms of Keeta Visha like pain, swelling, itching and burning sensation.