Maharasnadi Kwath vs Plai

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Maharasnadi Kwath

Pluchea indica/multi-herb

Musculoskeletal

Zingiber cassumunar

Musculoskeletal

Maharasnadi Kwath

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Plai

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Ayurvedic classical formulation with rasna (Alpinia galanga) as key herb for vata conditions and joint pain.

A Thai ginger species used as the primary anti-inflammatory and muscle relaxant herb in Thai massage therapy.

Active Compounds

galangin, alpinetin, essential oils, multi-herb compounds, diterpenes

cassumunarins, phenylbutenoids, zerumbone, terpenes

Traditional Uses

Ayurvedic vata pain formula, joint disease classical remedy, lower back pain traditional

muscle pain, arthritis, sprain, inflammation

Modern Uses

arthritis, lower back pain, neurological vata disorders, anti-inflammatory

anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antispasmodic, muscle relaxant

Adult Dosage

15-30ml decoction twice daily

Topical balm. Internal: 3-6g daily

Contraindications

pitta conditions, fever, pregnancy

pregnancy topically, broken skin

Side Effects

GI heating effects, increased pitta

skin sensitization with prolonged topical use

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E