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Agarwood for Arthritis

Sanskrit: अगरु | Aquilaria agallocha Roxb.

How Agarwood helps with Arthritis according to Ayurveda. Classical references, dosage, preparation methods, and what modern research says.

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Overview

Agarwood is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for arthritis. Agarwood is Krimija, the resinous heartwood born of fungal infection. Hot, bitter, and pungent, it calms Vata-Kapha, eases Hridroga, asthma, and stubborn skin disease.

How Agarwood Helps with Arthritis

According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Agarwood has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing arthritis:

  • Potency (Virya): Ushna (hot)
  • Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
  • Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Katu (pungent)
  • Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Tikshna (sharp)

Other Herbs for Arthritis

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Ajwain Trachyspermum ammi syn. Trachyapermum copticum, Carum copticum/roxburghianum/ajowan, Ptychotis ajowan
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Alfalfa
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Amla Emblica officinalis
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Angelica
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Apple Pyrus malus Linn.
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Bael Aegle marmelos
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Baheda Terminalia belerica Roxb.
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Bala Sida cordifolia Linn

See all herbs for arthritis on the Arthritis page.

▶ Classical Text References (1 sources)
  • Hridroga (heart diseases)
  • Kasa (cough)
  • Shwasa (asthma)
  • Vamana (vomiting)
  • Kushtha (skin diseases)
  • Vataroga (diseases of Vata)
  • Krimi (worms — ironically, the resin forms due to fungal infection)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 1

Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Ayurvedic treatments should be pursued under the guidance of a qualified practitioner (BAMS/MD Ayurveda). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment. Content is sourced from classical Ayurvedic texts and may not reflect the latest medical research.