777 Oil

777 Oil is a Siddha medicine used for all types of psoriasis. It is also beneficial for dandruff, ichthyosis, and other skin diseases. The oil contains oil extracts of Cocos Nucifera (coconut) and Wrightia Tinctoria (Swetha Kutaja).

Ingredients (Composition)

In 777 oil, coconut oil is taken as base and prepared through the process of insolation the leaves and bark of Wrightia Tinctoria in it. This process is called SOORIYA PUDAM in Siddha System of Medicine.

Medicinal Properties

777 oil is applied to the affected skin and commonly prescribed for psoriasis. Wrightia Tinctoria and Cocos Nucifera both have soothing effect and acts as moisturizer. In psoriasis, skin cells grow rapidly and extra cells result in thickening of the skin, itching, dryness, red patches and silvery scales. Both ingredients reduce dryness, itching, redness and inflammation. It also softening the skin and reduces thickness. It exerts following medicinal properties in the skin diseases:

• Anti-inflammatory
• Antipruritics
• Antiulcerogenic
• Demulcent

Therapeutic Indications

• All types of psoriasis
• Dandruff
• Ichthyosis
• Fungal skin infections
• Fissure foot
• Ulcerative gingivitis
• Aphthous ulcers
• Burns (first degree)
• Xerosis (Dry skin)

Benefits & Medicinal Uses

J. R .KRISHNAMOORTHY had invented 777 oil formulation. Now, it is widely used by Ayurvedic and Siddha Physicians for the treatment of psoriasis over the period of 20 years. Several thousand patients have received benefits from it, which varies from delay recurrence to remission of psoriasis for years. It is highly effective for dry skin and itching.

Psoriasis

777 oil is highly effective alternative medicine for psoriasis. The moisturizing effect of this oil reduces dryness of the skin and treats fissures and cracks. External application reduces multiplication of keratinocytes. It softens the skin and reduces irritation. It attenuates all symptoms of psoriasis.

About 80% patients with psoriasis get significant improvement with this oil. It postpones recurrence and attenuates intensity of the psoriatic lesions. Histopathology studies also support the efficacy of 777 oil.

Xerosis (Dry skin)

Coconut oil is itself great remedy for dry skin. Wrightia Tinctoria in this oil provides additional benefits. Dry skin can be symptom of other skin disorders, so 777 oil can be used in any skin disease having dry skin as a main concern.

Ichthyosis

Ichthyosis is characterized by dry and thick skin. The scales in the skin are similar to the scales on the fish. The regular use of 777 oil is highly useful for reducing dryness, thickness, and scales or flakes on the skin.

Directions for Use

777 oil should be applied on the skin after bath and then expose the skin to the sunlight. In chronic illness like psoriasis, the continuous use is advisable. In remission phase of the disease, it can be diluted with coconut oil and diluted 777 oil should be continued and used as moisturizer throughout the life.

777 oil can be applied 2 to 3 times a day.

Safety Profile

777 oil is considerably safe to use as external application on the skin.

Side Effects

There are no side effects observed with 777 oil.

However, some patients may experience skin irritation and flare-up initially. Generally, it occurs due to earlier steroidal treatment. Therefore, steroidal treatment should not be stopped immediately. Gradual withdrawal from steroidal treatment is highly suggestible before switching over to 777 oil completely.

FAQs about 777 Oil

Is sun exposure after 777 Oil application must?

Sun exposure helps definitely, so it is also highly advisable.

How long should I expose skin to sunlight after 777 Oil application?

30 minutes skin exposure to sunlight should be the sufficient in the tolerable sun.

Does 777 Oil cure psoriasis permanently?

777 oil is NOT a permanent cure for psoriasis. It helps in management of psoriasis. It is free from side effects and safe for external application. Yet there is no permanent cure available for psoriasis and the same thing applies to Triple Seven Oil. But it provides long-term relief and reduces frequency of psoriatic attacks.

Is it safe for long-term use?

777 oil is safer option for long-term use. It can be used for years without any problem; even it can replace your regular moisturizers.

What is the success rate of 777 Oil in psoriasis?

The success rate of 777 oil is excellent and comparable with all available treatments. It has been test thousands of patients and it provides promising results in every case. The success rate is about 80%.

What should do when psoriasis recur while using 777 oil?

The cycle of recurrence and remission in psoriasis is inevitable. 777 oil can only help delaying or postponing the psoriatic attacks. Patients have also observed that their symptoms are having less intensity and healing is faster. You should not stop using this oil even during acute attacks. In acute phase, you may also require other treatment or internal medicine for quick relief. It would be better to consult your physician immediately for a proper treatment.

Should I continue application of 777 oil even after getting complete relief from symptoms or skin lesions?

Continued application of 777 oil is highly recommendable. When scales disappear completely, then you can dilute 777 oil in coconut oil in ratio of 1:1.

Can I use olive oil for dilution of 777 oil?

Yes, olive oil can also be used for dilution.

What does one do for psoriatic arthritis?

You could use non-provocative medicines under the supervision of your physician. Generally, these medicines include Yograj Guggul, Kaishore Guggul, Ashwagandha Churna, Shallaki (Boswellia Serrata), etc.