Brihatkatpahaldi Kashaya’ improves the body’s resistance against disease and infection especiallay in the ‘Uttamanga’ or region of head and neck. It is a traditional Kashaya formulation acclaimed for its natural anti-microbial property particularly in the nasal tract, sinuses, throat, ear passages and salivary glands.‘Kashaya’ or herbal decoctions harness herbs’ healing properties and roots in a mild and easily absorbable water base. The method of preparation consists of boiling herbal ingredients in water over a low fire ensuring effective extraction of their therapeutic properties.