Baidyanath Dashang Lep is a classical Ayurvedic topical paste (lepa) made by combining ten potent herbal ingredients into a paste—often with ghee or sesame oil—used externally for treating various skin conditions, swellings, boils, and inflammatory disorders.
Ingredients
- Shirisha (Albizia lebbeck – tree bark)
- Madhuyashti (Licorice – Glycyrrhiza glabra)
- Tagara (Valeriana wallichii)
- Raktachandana (Red Sandalwood – Pterocarpus sant†alinus)
- Ela (Cardamom – Elettaria cardamomum)
- Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi)
- Haridra (Turmeric – Curcuma longa)
- Daruharidra (Indian Barberry – Berberis aristata)
- Kushta (Costus root – Saussurea lappa)
- Hrivera (Pavonia odorata)
Benefits
- Powerful anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties
- Antiseptic and antimicrobial action to help skin infections
- Promotes wound healing and tissue regeneration
- Effective in treating boils, cellulitis, eczema, herpes lesions, and ulcers
- Reduces swelling, joint inflammation, bruises, and muscle soreness
- Cooling effect helps balance Pitta and Kapha doshas
Safety Information
- For external use only—do not ingest
- Apply fresh paste each time; unused portion should not be reused
- Avoid using at night or in cold state as it may trap heat and cause discomfort
- If irritation, rash, or burning appears, discontinue use immediately
- Store paste briefly; keep container dry and sealed; finish within a few days
- Not recommended for individuals with known sensitivity to any of its herbs
- Keep out of reach of children