Rasnathamalakyadi Kashayam is an anti-inflammatory combination of herbs and roots widely used in managing arthritis, degenerative disorders of bones and joints, pain and oedema. The drugs consisting of Rasna (Pluchea lanceolata), Bhoomi Amalaki (Phyllanthus niruri) and Dasamoola (the group of anti-inflammatory roots) signify the Vata-hara and digestive action of the formula.‘Kashaya’ or herbal decoctions harness the healing properties of herbs and roots in a mild and easily absorbable water base.