Skin Abscesses: Ayurvedic Treatment, Causes & Natural Remedies

reddish pus eruptions- visshpatake

These appear all over the body, along with fever and thirst. This is a Kapha/Pitta derangement. Therapies: Herbs include punarnava, neem, and manjissh ha.

Last updated: March 31, 2026

Recommended Herbs for Skin Abscesses

Neem Azadirachta indica A. Juss. Nimba (Neem) is one of the most versatile medicinal trees in Ayurveda and is found throughout India. Every part of the tree - leaves, bark, flowers, fruits, seeds, gum and root - has medicinal value. The tree is extremely bitter (Tikta) and is considered the best drug for skin diseases (Kushtha). It is antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral and antiparasitic. The leaf juice is used in skin diseases, fever and diabetes. The bark decoction is antimalarial and antipyretic. Neem oil from seeds is used externally in skin diseases and as an insecticide. The tender twigs are used as toothbrushes (Datuna). The flowers are used in cooking and as medicine. Neem is the foremost drug in Kushtha chikitsa (treatment of skin diseases). The tree is also important in agriculture as a natural pesticide. Chemical analysis reveals multiple active compounds including Nimbin, Azadirachtin, and various limonoids. Dose: Leaf juice 1-2 tola; bark decoction 1-2 tola; oil externally. Multiple verses. Punarnava Boerhaavia diffusa Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa) is one of the most important diuretic and anti-edema herbs in Ayurveda. Its name literally means 'that which renews the body.' The text distinguishes between two species: Boerhaavia diffusa (Rakta Punarnava, red variety) and Trianthema portulacastrum (Shweta Punarnava, white variety). However, the text notes these are often confused and The Wealth of India Vol.1 clarifies that B. diffusa is the true Punarnava. The plant is a prostrate, spreading herb with reddish stems. The root is the main medicinal part, containing the alkaloid Punarnavine (0.04%). It is sweet, bitter, astringent, light, dry, and hot in potency. It is the premier herb for edema (Shotha) and fluid retention - being strongly diuretic. Also useful in heart diseases, liver disorders, kidney diseases, anemia, and as a rejuvenative. The text mentions it is also valuable in ascites, nephritis, and general debility. Dose: root powder 1-3 grams; decoction 40-80 ml. Verse refs: pages 421-423.

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Ayurvedic Perspective on Skin abscesses

Dosha Involvement: Pitta, Kapha

Ayurvedic Therapies: Herbs include punarnava, neem, and manjissh ha.

Key Herbs: Neem, Punarnava, punarnava, neem, manjissh ha

Source: The Ayurveda Encyclopedia, Chapter 25: Metabolic System

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