Plant name : Seemai iluppai
“The sweet fruit of this medicinal plant can cure febrile attacks”
Botanical name : Achras zapota
Family : Sapotaceae
Actions : Febrifuge, Astringent, Diuretic
Introduction
Seemai iluppai is one of the most widely used herbal home remedies for fever in the traditional Siddha medicinal system. It is a combination of several herbs that have been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. The ingredients in seemai iluppai are traditionally used for their antiseptic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties. The herbs used in this remedy include kappiri, amukkara, nagara, thippili, and kalpaara.
What is Seemai Iluppai?
Seemai iluppai is an herbal home remedy used in Siddha medicinal system to treat fever. It is a combination of several herbs that have been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. The ingredients in seemai iluppai are traditionally used for their antiseptic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties. This remedy is generally used to reduce fever, alleviate body pain, and treat cough and cold.
What Herbs are Used in Seemai Iluppai?
The herbs used in seemai iluppai are kappiri, amukkara, nagara, thippili, and kalpaara. Kappiri is a tree that grows in India, and it has been used for centuries in traditional Indian medicine for its antiseptic and antipyretic properties. Amukkara is also known as Indian asafoetida and it is used for its analgesic and antispasmodic properties. Nagara is a small herb that is traditionally used for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties. Thippili is a shrub that is traditionally used for its analgesic and antipyretic properties. Kalpaara is an aromatic herb that is used to treat cough and cold.
How Does Seemai Iluppai Work?
Seemai iluppai works by reducing fever and alleviating body pain. The herbs in this remedy have anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic properties, which help to reduce fever and alleviate body pain. Additionally, the herbs have antiseptic and antispasmodic properties, which help to prevent infection and reduce spasms.
How to Prepare Seemai Iluppai?
Seemai iluppai can be prepared by mixing the ingredients together and boiling them in water for 10-15 minutes. The ingredients should be finely ground and mixed together in the following proportions: Kappiri – 4 parts, Amukkara – 3 parts, Nagara – 2 parts, Thippili – 1 part, and Kalpaara – 1 part. The mixture should be boiled in a vessel with 500 ml of water until the water reduces to one fourth of its original volume. After it has been boiled, the mixture should be strained and the liquid should be consumed twice daily for effective results.
How to Use Seemai Iluppai?
Seemai iluppai can be used to treat fever, body pain, and cough and cold. It should be taken twice daily in the morning and evening with warm water. This remedy should not be taken in large doses as it can cause nausea and vomiting.
Who Should Not Use Seemai Iluppai?
People who are pregnant, nursing, or under the age of 18 should not take seemai iluppai. Additionally, people who are allergic to any of the ingredients in this remedy should not take it. People with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease should consult their doctor before taking seemai iluppai.
Side Effects of Seemai Iluppai
Seemai iluppai is generally safe when taken in the recommended dosage. However, in some cases, it may cause nausea, vomiting, or stomach upset. If any of these side effects occur, the remedy should be discontinued immediately.
Conclusion
Seemai iluppai is an herbal home remedy for fever that is used in the traditional Siddha medicinal system. It is a combination of several herbs that have antiseptic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties. This remedy can be used to reduce fever and alleviate body pain. However, it should not be taken in large doses as it can cause nausea and vomiting. People who are pregnant, nursing, or have chronic conditions should consult their doctor before taking seemai iluppai.
