What is Siddha system of medicine?

Abstract. Siddha medicine is one of the most ancient medical systems of India. Siddha is the mother medicine of ancient Tamils/Dravidians of peninsular South India. The word Siddha means established truth. The persons who were associated with establishing such a Siddha school of thought were known as Siddhars.

How many Siddhar are there?

18 siddhars
There are 18 siddhars who are considered as the pillars of siddha medicine according to Tamil tradition. There is no consensus on their exact time era. Their names, contributions, popular beliefs about them and probable place where they attained Samadhi (eternal consciousness) are listed below.

Is Bogar a Chinese?

Bogar or Bhogar or Boga Ma Munivar or Boyang was a Tamil siddhar who lived sometime between 550 and 300 BC. He is the disciple of Kalangi Nathar. Bogar went from Tamil Nadu to China and taught about enlightenment, this is also mentioned in his book Bogar 7000. …

How are the Siddha medicines are classified?

In Siddha medicine system, drugs were classified on the basis of five properties and it includes taste, character, potency, class, action. Based on the mode of application, the Siddha medicine could be classified into two classes: internal medicine and external medicine.

What kind of medicines are used in Siddha medicine?

Siddha medicine has 25 varieties of inorganic and water-soluble compounds like alkalis and salts that are called ‘UPPU.’ It has 64 varieties of drugs prepared from minerals. These medicines are not soluble in water and are vaporized when put in the fire.

What kind of Medicine did Bogar invent?

According to siddha medicine documents, Bogar was the discoverer of an elixir of immortality. The Pharmacognosy is the best known of his treatises. His other works are on yoga and archery, and a glossary of medicine. He came to Palani after finishing a meditation in the Meru hills in Kumari kandam. He lived for more than a Yuga.

How long does it take for Siddha medicine to work?

Siddha Medicine can provide an instant relief in some cases, whereas in other cases, the results may take a longer time. Once the disorder is completely cured, the patient can stop taking the medication. Here are the basic forms of medicines in this system:

Where does Bogar go in his book Bogar 7000?

Bogar went from Tamil Nadu to China and taught about enlightenment, this is also mentioned in his book Bogar 7000. Bogar is said to be in “Nirvikalpa Samadhi” below the sanctum sanctorum of Palani Murugan hill temple,temple.