Arka
अर्क
Calotropis · എരിക്ക്
About
Calotropis gigantea. Latex used externally for joint pain.
Classical properties
| Sanskrit | अर्क |
|---|---|
| English | Calotropis |
| Malayalam | എരിക്ക് |
| Rasa (taste) | tikta, katu, lavana |
| Guna (quality) | laghu, ruksha |
| Virya (potency) | ushna |
| Vipaka (post-digestive effect) | katu |
Traditional uses
Skin disorders, joint pain (external), worms (cautious).
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This information is educational and based on classical Ayurvedic texts. It is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified BAMS / MD-Ayurveda practitioner before using any herb therapeutically — dosage, anupana (vehicle), and combinations are person-specific.