| Keyword | Anjana |
| Type | C |
| Etymology/ Definition | अञ्जन शब्दो अभ्यञ्जने अपि वर्तत तदर्थमक्ष्यञ्जनमित्युक्तम् । च.सू.५/१४ चक्रपाणि |
| Reference | C.Su.5/14, A.H.Su.23/8 |
| Literary Meaning | Collyrium |
| Implied Meaning | It is an ophthalmic administration of drug in eye salves. |
| Elaboration | Application of collyrium is suitable for the following people: Those whose bodies are purified ( by emesis, purgation etc ) Those in whom Dosha are localised in eyes only Those in whom signs like slight oedema, sever itching, thick excretion through eyes, are present Those who are suffering from Pitta , Kapha , Rakta and especially by Vaata. Anjana is of three types: Lekhana ( scraping ), Ropan`a ( healing ), and Prasaadana ( improving vision ). Lekhana type is prepared from the drugs of astringent, sour, salty, and pungent tastes and hot potency. Ropan`a Anjana is prepared from drugs of bitter taste. Prasaadana type is prepared from drugs of sweet taste and cold potency. |
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