Bedwetting is one of the common problem in kids. Many kids wet the bed until they are 5 or even older. 90% of children stop doing it after completing 3-5 year age, even if this continue even after 5-7 years of age then you need to consult a physician to check whether child requires a treatment or not.

A child's bladder might be too small. Or the amount of urine produced overnight can be more than the bladder can hold. Some children sleep too deeply or take longer to learn bladder control. Stress can also be a factor. Children should not be punished for wetting the bed. They don't do it on purpose, and most outgrow it.

A child who has been dry for several months or even years may start wetting the bed. The cause might be emotional stress, such as the loss of a loved one, problems at school, a new sibling, or even toilet training too early. Read more here.

There are modern as well as Ayurvedic & Homeopathic medicines to treat symptoms of bedwetting. Ayurvedic medicines and home remedies can be used to treat this condition as they are herbal and no known side effects. Here are list of some Ayurvedic medicines to treat bedwetting.

Hamdard Majun Kundur

It helps to treat polyuria. It checks involuntary urination & bed wetting. It gives strength to kidney & urinary bladder.
Key Ingredients: Juft Baloot, Zanjabeel, Saad Kufi, Filfil Siyah, Qust Shirin, Kundur, Qiwam Shakar.
Dosage:5 grams to be taken alone or with a tablet of Qurs Kushta Khabsulhadid or Qurs Kushta Baiza Murg in the morning & evening.

Enukind

Enukind is indicated in cases of nocturnal enuresis (bed wetting, involuntarily emptying out of the bladder) which can be psychosomatic origin (fear, fights, small worries, insult, anger and rage) or which can be due to a functional disturbance (eg. weakening of the sphincter muscle of the urinary tract).
Dosage: 2 – 4 globules 3 times a day.

Shilajitvadi Vati & Chandraprabha Vati

Shilajitvadi Vati is prepared by mixing Shilajeet, with Trivang Bhasma and powder of Neem and Gudmaar leaves. Trivang bhasma is a calcinated product containing lead, tin and zinc in equal quantities.
Chandraprabha Vati is scientifically proven diuretic. Diuretics are those agents that increase urinary output and its sodium iron level. Diuretic are used for treating hypertension, congestive heart failure, ascites, pulmonary oedema, nephritic syndrome, renal failure, cirrhosis of liver.
Dosage: Give ½ tablet of Shilajitvadi Vati twice a day with some warm milk.
With Shilajitvadi Vati also give ½ tablet of Chandraprabha Vati twice in a day.

Gokshuradi Guggulu

If problem is due to urinary tract infection, give Gokshuradi Guggulu. Gokshuradi Guggul is herbal Ayurvedic medicine. It contains Gokshuru, Triphala, Trikatu and Musta. This medicine has diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties and indicated in treatment of urinary problems.
Dosage: The recommended dosage of Gokshuradi Guggulu is 1 tablet two times a day Or take as directed by physician.

Alzheimer's disease is associated with age, progressive neurodegenerative and irreversible. This is characterized by severe memory loss, unusual behavior, personality changes, and a decline in cognitive function.
Ayurvedic medicinal plants have been found only effective in reducing progression of this disease. There are many medicinal plants with properties which can be used to develop drugs. These medicinal plants has many valuable compounds, such as lignans, flavonoids, tannins, polyphenols, triterpenes, sterols, and alkaloids, that show a wide spectrum of pharmacological activities, including anti-inflammatory, anti-amyloidogenic, anti-cholinesterase, hypolipidemic, and antioxidant effects.

These medicinal herbs are used to treat various neurological disorder since long time and found +ve in many clinical researches.

Jyotishmati (Celastrus paniculatus): This herb is used in Ayurveda to treat brain related disorders and improving intellect. Its seeds are bitter, acrid, stimulant, digestive, cardio tonic and hot in potency. Since its seeds are thermogenic they should not be taken more than two or three at a time. The oil extracted from its seed is bitter, thermogenic and improves memory.

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera): Ayurveda describes Ashwagandha as Rasayana that increase longevity and vitality. It is used as single drug or in combination with other herbs. It is prescribed for promoting health, longevity, arresting aging process, revitalizing the body in debilitated conditions, increasing immunity, treating musculoskeletal conditions and as general tonic to increase energy. The recommended dosage of Ashwagandha root powder is 3-6 grams.
A total alkaloid extract of Ashwagandha root exhibited a calming effect on the central nervous system (CNS) in several mammalian species, suggesting the use of this herb to produce relaxation.
Some of the Ayurvedic medicines containing Ashwagandha are Ashwagandha pak, Ashwagandha ghrita, Ashwagandha Churna, Ashwagandhadi Lehyam, Ashwagandharishta etc.

Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi): In Ayurveda, the root powder of Jatamansi is used as neuroprotective, stimulant, antispasmodic, antipyretic, and antioxidant. It is recommended for treatment of various neuropsychiatric illnesses and excessive thirst.

Turmeric (Curcuma longa): Turmeric is anti aging, anti oxidant, anti inflammatory, and anti bacterial. Turmeric contain manganese, iron, vit B6 and potassium. Here are some of the medicinal use of turmeric.
studies indicate that the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory property of turmeric is associated with a reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease.

Guggulu:Guggulu is indicated in lowering cholesterol, reducing inflammation, healing of bone fractures, arthritis, gout, rheumatism, atherosclerosis, obesity and hyperlipidaemia.
A recent study demonstrated that gugulipid has a significant protective effect against the streptozotocin-induced memory deficit model of dementia;the effect can be attributed to its cholesterol-lowering, antioxidant, and anti-acetylcholine esterase activity. These observations suggest gugulipid as a potential anti-dementia drug.

Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri): In India, Brahmi is used for centuries to improve mental health, intellect and memory. It is highly effective brain tonic. In Ayurveda, Brahmi is classified as medhya rasayana (improves mental health, intellect and memory;Rasayana that prevents ageing and gives longevity).
Brahmi or Bacopa is bitter in taste and has laxative, astringent, brain tonic, memory enhancing, and longevity promoting properties. It is indicated in treatment of various diseases such as mental retardation, poor memory, epilepsy, insanity and neuroses, anaemia, leprosy, renal disease, blood disease, poisoning and cough.

Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis): Shankhpushpi is a brain tonic that effectively treats nervine disorders, mental aberration, anxiety neurosis, internal haemorrhages, spermatorrhoea and numerous other diseases. It has astringent, antidysenteric, antispasmodic, antiphlogistic, febrifuge, and alterative properties.
It is believed that Shankhpushpi calms the nerves by regulating the body's production of the stress hormones, adrenaline, and cortisol.

Gotu kola (Centella asiatica): It is brain tonic, which reduces stress, anxiety, tumours, and cures insomnia/sleeplessness and depression. It also improves mental abilities, memory, intellect and removes mental fatigue. Gotu kola tea removes toxins from liver and blood, improves energy levels and strengthens the kidneys. As per Ayurveda, it balances aggravated Vata and Pitta in body.

Neo is an Ayurvedic medicine for the Management of Premature Ejaculation and Nocturnal Emission. Premature ejaculation(Shighra Patan) is very common problem. In this male ejaculate sooner while doing intercourse. According to medical experts it is rarely caused by physical weakness or problems.  In most of the cases it becomes normal after some time(days to months). So one should understand this that this is not an physical weakness or any illness.

There are many natural remedies are available to treat Premature ejaculation.

Neo a herbo-mineral formulation helps men overcome premature ejaculation. Herbs like Kapikachchhu (Mucuna pruriens) and Bhringaraj (Eclipta alba) calm the nerve impulses and reduce the excitability. Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) and Yastimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra) are useful to reduce psychological causes and serve as adaptogenic support. Neo is safe and effective alternative to prolong ejaculation time and sustain men’s sexual pleasure.

Key Ingredients:

Kapikachchhu,  Bhringaraj – Nervine pacifiers, Adaptogen
Shatavari – Reduces neuromuscular and sexual irritability
Yastimadhu – anti-depressant, helps reduce anxiety
Benefits:
Non sedating and non habit forming effect unlike antidepressant.
Long lasting effect after the therapy.
Does not reduce the sexual urge.
Assist in achieving voluntary bladder control
Safe for Continuous use.
Dosage and Administrator:
Adult:
1-2 Tablets three times daily for six to eight weeks.

Children(Bed-wetting in children):
1 tablet three times daily for four to six weeks. The tablet can be crushed and given with milk or honey.

Dos
Consume healthy well-balanced diet
Practice yoga to manage stress and anxiety
Counselling or behavioural therapy helps reduce anxiety related to premature ejaculation
Exercise regularly

Don’ts
Stop or cut down the use of alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs
Avoid excessive salt intake
Avoid physical and mental stress

Vitamin D (calciferol) is a vitamin, produced in body on exposure to the sunlight. It is a fat soluble vitamin that is stored in the body. It is found in very few foods naturally such as fish-liver oils, cod liver oil, fatty fish, mushrooms, egg yolks, and liver. Fortified milk products and other fortified foods such as breakfast cereals and orange juice also contain D vitamin. This vitamin is essential for strong and healthy bones and good overall health.

When our skin comes in direct contact with sun, vitamin D is produced using ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. This is sent to the liver where it is changed into 25(OH) D or 25-hydroxy vitamin D. From here, this chemical is sent all over body where different tissues, including kidney, turn it into activated vitamin D. The 25-hydroxy vitamin D, which is circulating in blood is measured by blood test to know the level of vitamin D in body. Low level means vitamin deficiency and must be treated using injections or supplements for proper functioning of body and prevention of certain diseases.

Vitamin D is must for absorption of calcium obtained from the food and supplements. Its deficiency causes weak, brittle and soft bones. It is used for preventing and treating rickets, weak bones (osteoporosis) and bone pain (osteomalacia). Vitamin D is also required for proper functioning of muscles, heart, lungs, brain and immune system.

Functions of Vitamin D in body

The major function of Vitamin D in body is to maintain serum calcium and phosphorus concentrations within the normal range by enhancing the efficiency of the small intestine to absorb these minerals from the diet.

• It is required for bone health.
• It improves body immunity against infections.
• It is required by muscles, nerves for proper functioning.
• It helps to regulate level of calcium and phosphorous levels in the body.
• It is required for healthy heart and blood circulation.
• It affects brain functions.

Sources of Vitamin D

Sunlight: The best source of Vitamin D is sunshine. Our body makes vitamin D when skin is directly exposed to the sun. Skin produces more vitamin D if it exposed to sun, during the middle of the day.

The ultraviolet B rays are required for synthesis of vitamin D. During the early and later parts of the day and during most of the day in the winter season the UVB rays are blocked by the earth's atmosphere. So during this period lesser vitamin D is produced on exposure to sun. Similarly, more vitamin D will be produced at the places near to equator.

There should be direct exposure to sunlight. Sun light coming through glass, window, and through other medium will not produce vitamin D.

Food items: Few food items such as fish-liver oils, cod liver oil, fatty fish, mushrooms, egg yolks, liver and fortified food items contain Vitamin D.

Supplements: In market various Vitamin D supplements are also available in two different forms; D2 (ergocalciferol) and D3 (cholecalciferol). Both increase vitamin D in the blood.

D2 originates from the yeast and plant sterol, and D3 originates from 7-dehydrocholesterol, a precursor of cholesterol, when synthesized in the skin.

Vitamin D Deficiency

It is very common today to suffer from vitamin D deficiency. Most of the time people protect themselves from direct exposure to sun by covering, using umbrella or applying sunscreens. Due to work timings, many people find it difficult to go outside during day time. Increasing pollution, lack of proper house designs, development of high-rises has further contributed to this condition.

For measuring the level of vitamin D in body 25-hydroxy vitamin D blood test is performed. In kidney, 25-hydroxy vitamin D Serum 25(OH) D, changes into vitamin D. Vitamin D is measured as nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL) or nanomoles per liter (nmol/L), where 1 nmol/L = 0.4 ng/mL.

Levels below 30 nmol/L (12 ng/mL) are too low and levels above 125 nmol/L (50 ng/mL) are too high. Levels of 50 nmol/L or above (20 ng/mL or above) are sufficient for most people.

Vitamin D deficiency affects overall health. It causes weak bones. Lack of vitamin D makes body susceptible to certain disorders. It can become reason for development of diabetes, Bone disorders, osteoporosis, fractures, hypertension, Alzheimer’s and autoimmune conditions such as multiple sclerosis.

Vitamin D deficiency can be due to

• Lack of exposure to sunlight
• Lack of enough vitamin D in the diet
• Liver and kidney diseases
• Poor food absorption
• Use of certain medicines, including phenytoin, phenobarbital, and rifampin

Risk groups(People who can develop vitamin D deficiency)

• The risk to suffer vitamin D deficiency is higher is certain peoples.
• People who work indoor most of times and lack direct exposure to sun
• People avoiding direct sun exposure using clothes, scarf, sunscreen etc.
• Old people (due to unabilty to produce vitamin D efficienty when exposed to sun)
• Breastfed infants (Mother's milk does not contain enough vitamin D)
• Dark skin people
• Certain medical condition (Crohn's disease or celiac disease)
• Obesity (fat obstructs absorption of vitamin D)

Symptoms of vitamin D deficiency

There is no specific symptom that indicate vitamin D deficiency. The symptoms are sometimes vague. Many people have no symptoms. But in severe and chronic cases deformation of bones and fracture can occur.

Few symptoms of vitamin D deficiency include the following

In Children

• Muscle cramps, Irritability
• Soft skull or leg bones curved legs/bow-legged
• Rickets, Poor growth
• Delayed walking, delayed teething
• Seizures and breathing difficulties
• Recurrent infections

In adults

• Pain in bones, typically in the ribs, hips, pelvis, thighs and feet
• Pain in muscles
• Muscles weakness
• Tiredness and general aches and pains
• Profuse sweating, restlessness
• Muscle twitching (small, local, involuntary muscle contraction and relaxation which may be visible under the skin)
• Difficulty in walking, climbing stairs
• Headaches, migraine, Brain disorders, mood disorders, depression
• Impaired cognitive function, Lack of concentration, dementia, memory disorders
• Anxiety, low morale
• Hair loss, bald patches
• Dental problems, weak teeth
• Sensation of dizziness
• Erectile dysfunction
• Enlargement of wrists, ankles, pigeon breast
• Psoriasis, diabetes
• High blood pressure, cardiovascular disease
• Recurrent infections of respiratory tract
• Constipation or diarrhea

Treatment for vitamin D deficiency

Vitamin D deficiency is treated by taking vitamin D supplements, in form of ergocalciferol or calciferol or injections. Supplements of different strengths are available are taken either daily, weekly or monthly depending onn condition.

Vitamin D deficiency in adults is treated with 10 000 IU calciferol daily or 60 000 IU weekly for 8-12 weeks. Alternatively, 300 000 IU to 600 000 IU can be given orally or by injection, once or twice.

Treatment of vitamin D deficiency in children depends on the child's age. Under six months, 3000 IU calciferol per day is used for 8-12 weeks. In children over six months, 6000 IU is used daily, for the same length oftime. In children over one year, 300 000 IU tends to be given as a single one-offdose.

For Maintenance therapy after deficiency has been treated, adults need 1000-2000 IU calciferol daily or 10 000 IU weekly, Children under six months need 200-400 IU per day and over six months need 400-800 IU per day.

Daily requirement of Vitamin D

Per day requirement of Viamin D in body depends on age.

• Birth to 12 months: 400 IU (international units)
• Children 1–13 years: 600 IU
• Teens 14–18 years: 600 IU
• Adults 19–70 years: 600 IU
• Adults 71 years and older: 800 IU
• Pregnant and breastfeeding women: 600 IU

Upper limit of Vitamin D

Overuse/overdose of supplements can cause too high level of vitamin d in blood. Excessive sun exposure doesn't cause vitamin D poisoning because the body limits the amount of this vitamin it produces. Too high level of vitamin D in blood causes nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, constipation, weakness, weight loss, Hardening of the arteries, and damage to kidney.

Upper limit of Vitamin D for infants: 1,000 to 1,500 IU/day

Upper limit of Vitamin D for children 1-8 years: 2,500 to 3,000 IU/day

Upper limit of Vitamin D for children 9 years and older, adults, and pregnant and lactating teens and women: 4,000 IU/day.

Cardimap Tablets is Ayurvedic herbal medicine, which is very effective for conditions like hypertension, anxiety, tension, insomnia, significantly. It is made with combination of several Herbs which are known as anti-hypertension, ant-anxiety drugs and used to treat various neurological disorders.

Active Ingredients:

• Sarpagandha (Rauwolfia serpentine)
• Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi)
• Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricautis)
• Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri)
• Pippali (piper longum).

Sarpagandha has blood pressure lowering, sedative and central nervous system stimulating activities.

Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi) : In Ayurveda, the root powder of Jatamansi is used as neuroprotective, stimulant, antispasmodic, antipyretic, and antioxidant. It is recommended for treatment of various neuropsychiatric illnesses and excessive thirst.

Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) : In India, Brahmi is used for centuries to improve mental health, intellect and memory. It is highly effective brain tonic. In Ayurveda, Brahmi is classified as medhya rasayana (improves mental health, intellect and memory;Rasayana that prevents ageing and gives longevity). Brahmi or Bacopa is bitter in taste and has laxative, astringent, brain tonic, memory enhancing, and longevity promoting properties. It is indicated in treatment of various diseases such as mental retardation, poor memory, epilepsy, insanity and neuroses, anaemia, leprosy, renal disease, blood disease, poisoning and cough.

Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis) : Shankhpushpi is a brain tonic that effectively treats nervine disorders, mental aberration, anxiety neurosis, internal haemorrhages, spermatorrhoea and numerous other diseases. It has astringent, antidysenteric, antispasmodic, antiphlogistic, febrifuge, and alterative properties.
It is believed that Shankhpushpi calms the nerves by regulating the body's production of the stress hormones, adrenaline, and cortisol.

Pippali : Long pepper is antioxidant, decongestant, carminative, expectorant, warming, analgesic, and detoxifier. Long pepper(pippali) is used in many Ayurvedic medicines to treat various health problems. It is one of the three ingredient in Trikatu churna which is used to treat dyspepsia and improving gastric function. Long pepper is used to treat a variety of conditions like asthma, bronchitis, cough, digestive disorders, enlargement of the spleen.

Cardimap lowers hypertension through synergistic effects of Sarpagandha and Jatamasi: Medhya Rasayans Shankhpushpi and Brahmi provide adequate adaptogenesis by their anti-stress properties and pippali in addition to being hepatoprotective helps in better assimilation of other primary ingredients.

Uses in Ayurveda:

• Hypertension
• Hysteria.
• It may also be used in alcoholism.
• Anxiety neurosis
• Insomnia due to anxiety and stressful conditions

Dosage and Direction for use:

1-2 tablets twice a day or as directed by the physician.
Note* : It is suggested that patients suffering form anxiety neurosis, insomnia should not drive vehicles till the effect of cardimap is stabilized. Self-medication is not recommended.

Plants, Herbs and Tree are used as natural tooth brush since long time. In Aurveda many of them are described with their medicinal properties and uses for overall oral care.

Certain trees are used for management of gum bleeding, toothache, sores in mouth and bad breath. Stem, Young Twigs, Leaves, Bark, Fruit, Spines, Seeds and latex are the parts of trees being exploited for oral health care. Many study shown that there are plenty of medicinal plants to treat a wide spectrum of oral ailments.

List of Medicinal Plants For Oral Health

List of Medicinal Plants( with botanical names) and their use towards oral health care from various parts of India used as either tooth brush, paste or for treatment of oral problems.

Azadirachta indica : Known as Neem Tree and very respected tree for it's medicinal properties. Tender twigs used as tooth brush, it’s twigs are very common natural tooth brush in India. Flowers are very effective for mouth infections and bleeding of gums. There are many brands making herbal tooth paste using Neem tree extracts. The Neem Tree is one of the most known Indian tree which has many medicinal properties and used to treat no of diseases.

Babool(Acacia arabica) : Bark is used for Gum diseases and mouth ulcer. Read more to know the uses of babool for oral care. There are many brands making herbal tooth paste using bark of Babool tree.

Albizia lebbeck(Shirish) : Dried bark powder used as tooth powder. Read more medicinal uses of Shirish.

Ficus bengalensis(Banyan tree) : In India root of Banyan tree is used as toothbrush. Fresh latex of plant is applied to treat the bleeding and swelling of gums. Know more about Medicinal Uses of Banyan Tree in detail.

Ficus religiosa(Peepal Tree) : Tender leaf twigs are chewed to cure toothache. Read more here about medicinal use of Peepal Tree.

Psidium guajava(Guava) : Guava Leaves are chewed to get relief from mouth blisters. Leaves of guava are very good remedy for mouth problems.

Madhuca longifolia :Mahua tree is common tree in India with medicinal values. Small twig is used as toothbrush.

Syzygium cumini(Jamun Tree) : Twig used as toothbrush and Bark decoction as Mouth wash. Know medicinal uses of Jamun in this post.

Sesbania grandiflora : Boiled leaf is used for mouth ulcer. Due to it’s medicinal property Agastya is considered very sacred in Ayurveda. Its various parts are used to treat different ailments. Its leaves can be used to treat fever of all types. It is without any side effect. Its leaves can be used even to treat a new born. The leaves of this tree are tridoshnask.

Ziziphus mauritina Lam(Ber) : Steam of boiling Plant is used as mouth freshener. Ber twig is also used as tooth brush. Ber is a medicinal tree and its various parts, such as leaves, roots, bark, seeds are used from time immemorial to treat wide range of ailments. Medicinally, the fruits of wild variety are astringent, pain relieving, cooling, stomachic and styptic (check bleeding by contracting the tissues or blood vessels). The ripe fruits of cultivated variety are mild laxative and expectorant. The leaves of tree are astringent and causes sweating on oral use.

Apamarg (Achyranthes aspera) : Stem used as toothbrush, Roots are used as a brush to relieve pain and clean the teeth, ash of the whole plant is used as tooth powder, to relieve pyorrhea and toothache. Achyranthes aspera is also known as Prickly Chaff Flower. This plant is easily identifiable due to its ability to attach seeds to clothes. Apamarg is excellent herb to treat various oral problems. Here is how to use it to cure mouth problems.

Emblica officinalis : Twig worn into neck to cure tooth ache and twig also used as toothbrush. Indian gooseberry or Amla is a well-known fruit and used in Ayurveda in preparation of various medicine. It is a Rasayana which prevents ageing, rejuvenates bodyand gives longevity. It is richest source of vitamin C which is an anti-oxidant. Read more about medicinal uses of amla in ayurveda in this post.

Rubia cordifolia :Manjishtha leaf paste is applied on swollen gums. Manjishtha helps in balancing aggravated pitta in body. It is hot in potency. Manjishtha has astringent, thermogenic, antidysenteric, galactopurifier, rejuvenating and anthelmintic activities.

Phyllanthus niruri : It’s leaves are used for mouth ulcer. Commonally known as Tamalki is used in Ayurveda for treatment of many diseases especially related to liver. In Africa, this plant is used by people in treatment of kidney stones, dysentery, jaundice, diarrhoea, wounds, ulcers and urogenital diseases.

Ricinus communis : Well known as Castor plant full of many medicinal properties used to treat many health problems as natural remedy and used as key ingredient in many ayurvedic medicines. Cotyledon is fried in mustard oil and the smoke is emitted by this process is inhaled for tooth ache.

Ocimum basilicum : Well known as Sweet Basil. Leaves chewed to induce saliva secretion, keeps mouth fresh. Read more here about medicinal uses of sweat basil here.

Asparagus racemosus : Known as Satavar. Root powder is used for Swelling in mouth. Know more about Medicinal Use Of Shatavari Or Asparagus Racemosus.

Henna(Lawsonia alba Lamk) : Bark of stem is used to cure toothache. The fresh leaves of Henna are ground and gargled to treat mouth ulcer.

Piper betle(Paan) :Pann Leaves are used for foul smell in the mouth, strengthens the teeth. It is widely used mouth freshener in Indian sub-continent.

Abrus precatorius : Know as Gunja in Ayurveda. Gunja leaves are chewed to get relief from tooth ache.

Barleria prionitis : It also known as the porcupine flower and vjradanti. It's Root, Leaves are chewed to relieve from tooth decay.

Buchanania lanzan Spreng : Know as Chironji(famous dry fruit). An adhesive is obtained from the tree and available as Chironji ki Gond used to treat tooth ache. Twig of this tree is used as toothbrush.

Mangifera indica : Mango tree is very common has many medicinal uses. Toothbrush of small stem is used to cure toothache. latex is applied to relieve gingivitis. In Ayurvada various parts of Mango Tree  such as leaves, bark, fruits, and roots are used to treat various diseases. In India people also use it's stem for cleaning tooth.

Cuminum cyminum : Cumin(Jeera) Seeds are chewed together with a little sugar in aphthous ulcers in mouth. Cumin seeds has many medicinal values  like antimicrobial, anti-diabetic, antiepileptic, antifertility, anticancer, antioxidant and immunomodulatory.

Ferula asafoetida : Root extract is used as tooth ache. Asafoetida plant species are native to Afghanistan and Iran. It is distributed throughout the Mediterranean region to Central Asia. In India it grows widely in Kashmir and in some parts of Punjab. Heeng or Asafoetida is hot and pungent. It is heating effect on body. It reduces vata/wind and kapaha and increases pitta. It improves appetite and aids in digestion. Heeng contains essential oil that evaporates when applied externally on skin. It is stimulant, expels gas, antispasmodic, and anthelmintic.

Plumeria obtuse : Latex is used as a mouth wash, and used to cure mouth ulcer. This plant is commonly used as an ornamental, grown for its flowers. In Cambodia the flowers are used to make necklaces and in offerings to the deities.

Tabernaemontana divaricata : Latex applied to prevent cavity formation. The roots have a bitter taste. They are used in Ayurvedic medicine as an anthelmintic for ascariasis and a treatment for scabies.

Wrightia tinctoria : Pala indigo plant or dyers’s oleander, is a flowering plant species in the genus Wrightia found in India. Leaf paste is applied on aching teeth to get relief from toothache.

Calotropis : Paste of root is applied as tooth paste tooth brush to cure toothache Ash of root is used to remove pus from gums. Calotropis is also found in most part of world with warm climate, dry, alkaline and sandy soil. It is commonly available in two varieties that is Calotropis procera (purple-flowered) and Calotropis gigantea (white-flowered). For medicinal purpose white flowered variety is preferred. The latex or milky discharge of plant has abortifacient (causing abortion), spasmogenic and carminative, anti-dysentric, anti-syphilitic, anti-rheumatic, antifungal, diaphoretic properties Read more here to know medicinal uses of Calotropis.

Bombax ceiba : Bark used for toothache. In Ayurveda it is referred as aphrodisiac, astringent, antidiarrheal, antidysenteric, antimicrobial diuretic, alterative, antipyretic and tonic. It is used in treatment of asthma, diarrhoea, wound, leucorrhoea, anaemia, seminal disorders and skin problems. Read more about medicinal uses of Bombax ceiba.

Bauhinia Variegata : Kachnar is a medicinal tree and used in India from time immemorial for treatment of diseases and Twigs used as toothbrush and toothache. In Ayurveda, this tree is known as Kanchanar, Kanchanarak, Gandhari, Sona-pushpak (White-flower species) and Kovidar/Rakta Kanchanar (Pink flower species). Read more about medicinal uses of Bauhinia Variegata.

Tamarindus indica : Bark powder used as tooth powder. Read more about Tamarind medicinal uses in this post.

Carica papaya : Latex is used to cure tooth ache and mouth ulcer. Read more about Medicinal uses of papaya leaves.

Cajanus cajan : Fruit used for treatment of tooth-ache. The plant is also used as toothbrush. It is a very well-known as Tuvar / Arahar and commonly used pulse in India.

Acalypha indica : Decoction of the herb in used as a cure for tooth. In India as well as Africa, it is used as medicinal plant. In West Africa the leaves are cooked and eaten as vegetable. In traditional Tamil Siddha it is believed to rejuvenate the body. Indian acalypha is also eaten by cats to cure constipation and indigestion. The cats search for this plant and chew its leaves and roots. Read more about medicinal use of Indian acalypha here.

Pongamia pinnata: Known as Karanj tree. Tender leaf twigs are chewed to cure toothache.

Pittashamak Vati is a proprietary herbomineral Ayurvedic medicine from Ayurveda Rasashala. It is prepared from Sutashekhar Ras Sada/without gold, Gairika and Shankha bhasma which are Triturated with Kantakari, Vasa, and Giloy.

Sutashekhar Ras Sada, is a well-known Ayurvedic medicine for hyperacidity. Gairika is red ochre. Chemically, it is an oxide of Iron (Fe2O3). It has reddish brown color. In Ayurveda, gairik is used in combination of other ingredients in treatment of bleeding disorders, hiccups, vomiting, burning sensation and abdominal diseases. Shankha bhasma is obtained from conch-shell (Gastropoda, Class:Mollusca). It mainly consist of magnesia and antacid and anti-ulcer properties. It is used in the treatment of ulcers, dysentry, dyspepsia, indigestion and jaundice.

Pittashamak Vati is used in treatment of pitta vikar such as hyperacidity with vomiting, heartburns, headache, vertigo etc. the literal meaning of pittashamak is one which equalizes Pitta. Here is given more about this medicine, such as benefits, indication/therapeutic uses, composition and dosage.

What is Pitta?

In Ayurveda, pitta pertains to fire and water elements and governs metabolism.

• It is situated between the stomach and the smaller intestine and cooks all food and drink.
• It is hot (ushna), light (laghu), quickly penetrating (Saram), liquid (Dravam), slightly viscid (Sneha), active
• (Teekshna), slightly foul smelling (Visrum).
• Pitta is the source of all internal heat including digestion, hunger, thirst, intelligence, imagination, understanding, memory etc. Its main function is to produce heat.
• The imbalance of pitta causes burning sensation in the body, hyperacidity, sleeplessness, erratic digestion, constipation or diarrhea, vomiting etc.
• Excess of salty and acidic food can vitiate pitta.
• Astringent, sweet and bitter fruits and vegetables balances pitta (e.g. patola, amla, honey, ghee).

Ingredients of Pittashamak Vati

Each Tablet 250 mg Contain Approx

• Sootashekhar sadha 166.60 mg
• Shudha gairik 41.66 mg
• Bhavana ringani (Solanum xanthocarpum)
• Adulsa (Adatoda Vasica)
• Gulvel (Tinospora cordifolia)
• Excipients Q.S.

Uses of Pittashamak Vati

• Hyperacidity (excessive acid in the gastric juices causing discomfort) with Vomiting
• Heartburns (acid indigestion, is a burning sensation in the chest, just behind the breastbone or in the epigastrium, the upper abdomen)
• Headache
• Vertigo (sensation of whirling and loss of balance),
• Persistent severe vomiting leading to weight loss and dehydration

Dosage of Pittashamak Vati

• 1 to 2 Tablets twice or thrice a day with milk or lime juice with sugar or as directed by physician.
• Please note, the doses of Ayurvedic medicines are not fixed. Exact dose depends on the age, strength, digestive power of the patient, the nature of the illness, the state of the viscera and humours, and the properties of individual drugs.

Ayurvedic medicines containing detoxified, toxic material/ poisonous substances, heavy metals should be taken only under medical supervision.

You can buy this medicine online or from medical stores.

Noorani Tel is an herbal oil from Indian Chemical Co. Naini Allahabad. It is applied externally on painful joints and muscles, backache, frozen shoulders, fatigue, bruises, sprains etc. It is a massaging oil.

Ingredients of Noorani Oil

Amba Haldi, Kaifal, Maida Lakri, Tejpat, Taj, Narkachur, Loban, Guggul, Sonth, Nirgundi, Kuchla, Methi, Ratan Joth, Manjith, Ajowain, Ganda Biroza, Camphor, Citronella Oil, Gandhpurna Tel and Pine oil.

Color and Ratanjot for coloring. Vegetable and mineral oil to make base.

Amba haldi (Curcuma amada Roxb.Family Zingiberaceae) is also known as Kapur haldi and Mango ginger. It smells like mango.

It belongs to turmeric plant family. It is an annual herb with large, thick, and cylindrical tubers. It is mainly found in West Bengal, Konkan and Chennai. Amba haldi has pain reliving, cooling and astringent properties. It is applied as a paste on swelling and painful conditions, back pain, nerves pain, wounds and skin diseases.

Ratanjot roots yields red dye which is used for coloring purpose. The roots are also used as an ingredient in preparation of ointments used for ulcers, scrofula, cuts and burns.

Benefits of Noorani Tel

• It is an herbal oil for painful joints and muscles.
• It gives relief in pain and stiffness.
• It can be applied on wounds.
• It has antiseptic and pain relieving properties.

Uses of Noorani tel

• Painful joints and muscles
• Backache
• Frozen shoulders
• Fatigue, bruises, sprains

How to Use Noorani Tel

This oil is for external use only. It is used for massaging. It is gently applied on affected body area.

Stambhanakara Yoga is an Ayurvedic Herbal formulation prescribed in the Treatment of Premature Ejaculation. Aakarkarbha and Tulasi seeds are mixed with purified sugar to make this medicine. Aakarkarbha is know as one of the vajikaran rasayana herbs and is known to improve sexual function especially in male.

Premature Ejaculation is very common male sexual problem. Many people suffers from this specially in initial sexual life due to over excitement and less self control. In most cases his problem is Psychological not physical and go away itself in some days or in months. If someone's problem lost for longer than 3-6 months he is advised to consult some professional doctor and use some natural treatment.

How to evaluate that a man have premature ejaculation problem

• Ejaculation prior to ten penile thrusts
• Ejaculation before, on, or within one minute of the sexual act after penetration
• Unable to satisfy partner in at least 50% of the coital incidences
• Unable to delay ejaculation till the person wishes it

The problem should be persistent or recurrent and cause marked distress or interpersonal difficulties.

Making Stambhanakara Yoga at Home

To treat above problem medicinal herbs Akarakarabh ( Anacyclus pyrethrum D.C.) And Tulasi seeds(Indian Basil) are very effective. There are many study conducted and found positive results. Here i am writing how one can prepare and use this medicine.

Method to prepare formulation: Collect following ingredients and make sure this are genuine and good in quality.

• Tulsi Seeds :( Ocimum santum Linn.) 2 parts, Very common plant full of medicinal properties. One can easily find the seed(mature and dried).
• Akarakarabh Root:( Anacyclus pyrethrum D.C.) 4 parts, this is also common plant in India. One need to find from some Herbal stores.
• Mishri : Sugar 8 parts

Make powder and keep it some air tight jar.

Direction to use:
Before start using this medicine it is recommended to take Haritaki powder (Terminalia chebula Retz.), 6 gm. at bed time for Koshta Shudhi (bio-purification) for three days with warm water.
After this take above powder 6 gm twice a day, before lunch and supper, with lukewarm water, for a duration of two months.

Ref: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3764879/
http://ijdd.informaticspublishing.com/index.php/ijdd/article/view/31382/27122

Marichyadi Tail is an Ayurvedic medicine. It is a medicated oil used topically on skin diseases. It has antiseptic and antifungal properties. It is used in treatment of variety of skin diseases like wounds, cut, burn injury, eczema, itching, ringworms etc. This oil is for external application only.

Here is given more about this medicine, such as benefits, indication/therapeutic uses, composition and dosage.

Ingredients of Marichyadi Tail

• Katu taila (Sarshapa) (Ol.) 768 ml
• Visha (Shuddha Vatsanabha) (Rt.) 48 g
• Gomutra 3 l
• Kalka Dravya
• Marica (Fr.) 24 g
• Ela (Haritala) 24 g
• Shila (Manashila)
• Abda (Musta) (Rz.) 24 g
• Arka Payas (Arka) (L.) 24 g
• Kaner (Karavira) (Rt.) 24 g
• Jata (Jatamansi) (Rt./Rz.) 24 g
• Trivrit (Rt.) 24 g
• Shakridrasa (Gomaya rasa) 24 g
• Vishala (Indravaruni) (Rt.) 24 g
• Ruk (Kushtha) (Rt.) 24 g
• Haridra (Rz.) 24 g
• Daruharidra (St.) 24 g
• Daru (Devadaru) (Ht.Wd.) 24 g
• Candana (Shveta candana) (Ht.Wd.) 24 g

Benefits of Marichyadi Taila

• It has antifungal property.
• It has antiseptic property.
• It has anti-inflammatory property.
• It gives relief in skin diseases.

Uses of Marichyadi Tail

• Scabies
• Psoriasis
• Acne
• Septic wounds
• Leprosy
• Dry and wet Eczema
• Ringworm Taeniasis
• Burn wounds
• Cut, wound
• Urticaria/Sheetpitta
• Leucoderma/Vitiligo

How to Use Marichyadi Taila

This oil is for external use only. Soak cotton in oil and apply once a day. You can buy this medicine online or from medical stores.

This medicine is manufactured by Nagrajun (Marichyadi Tailam), SKM Siddha & Ayurveda (Marichadi Thailam), Arya Vaidya Sala (Marichadi Tailam), Vaidyaratnam (Maricha Thailam) and many other Ayurvedic pharmacies.

Himalaya V-Gel is a proprietary Ayurvedic herbal medicine from Himalaya Drug Company. V-Gel is a vaginal gel used externally for vaginitis and cervicitis. Application of V-Gel for 15 days, helps to gives relief in soreness, pruritus, inflammation of vulva and vaginal discharge caused due to microbial infection by candida, trichomonas and other non-specific bacteria.

Vaginitis (inflammation of the vagina)

Vaginitis is inflammation of the vagina caused by bacterial, fungal or yeast infection. The other factors responsible for vaginitis include sexually transmitted diseases, allergic reactions, and irritations (use of spermicides, vaginal hygiene products, detergents, and fabric softeners).

The symptoms of vaginitis include vaginal discharge, odor, itching, and/or discomfort.

Cervicitis (inflammation of the cervix)

Cervicitis is inflammation of the cervix. It is caused by bacterial infections caused by infection during sexual activity, allergic reactions, and irritations (use of spermicides, vaginal hygiene products, detergents, allergy to latex in condoms, chemicals, and fabric softeners).

Symptoms of vaginitis and cervicitis include

• Pain, itching, burning sensation and irritation
• Leucorrhoea (excessive vaginal discharge)
• Heaviness in pelvis
• Abnormal vaginal bleeding
• Painful sexual intercourse
• Here is given more about V-Gel medicine, such as benefits, indication/therapeutic uses, composition and dosage.

Ingredients of Himalaya V-Gel

• Triphala 4.0mg
• Satapatri (Rosa Damascena Syn. R.Centifolia) 3.6mg
• Ela (Elettaria Cardamomum) 3.6mg
• Punarnava (Boerhaavia Diffusa) 3.6mg
• Shaileyam (Parmelia Perlata) 2.0mg
• Nirgundi (Vitex Negundo) 1.6mg
• Haridra (Curcuma Longa) 1.6mg

Triphala, has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties which helps to soothe irritation and treat bacterial infection of vagina.

Rose/Gulab, has antibacterial property that helps to treat female reproductive tract infections.

Cardamom (eEla) has analgesic properties that alleviate pain associated with vaginitis, cervicitis and leukorrhea.

Haldi has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal activity.

Nirgundi leaves have antibacterial properties effective against E. coli and are commonly used in excessive vaginal discharge.

Benefits of V-Gel

• It is an herbal medicine.
• It has antimicrobial, antibacterial and antifungal properties.
• It effectively combat the organisms responsible for vaginitis (inflammation and infection of the vagina or vulva) and cervicitis (inflammation of the cervix).
• It gives relief in inflammation, itching, burning and vaginal discharge.
• It has demulcent action which soothes the inflamed vagina and cervix.
• It fastens the healing process.
• It has no side-effect.

Uses of Himalaya V-Gel

• V-Gel is applied to get relief from soreness of vulva, itching, inflammation and vaginal discharge.
• Vaginitis
• Nonspecific bacterial vaginitis
• Vaginal candidiasis (fungal yeast infection)
• Vaginal trichomoniasis (parasitic vaginal infection)
• Cervicitis
• Prevention of post-operative vaginal infections
• Leucorrhea (thick and white/yellow vaginal discharge)
• Inflamed vulva, vagina and cervix

How to use?

This cream is for external use only. Apply V-Gel locally twice daily (in morning and before going to bed) for two weeks.

Unwanted-72 is single dose emergency contraceptive pill from Mankind Pharmaceuticals. It is used within 72 hours of unprotected sex or contraceptive failure to prevent pregnancy.

Unwanted-72 is a Levenorgestrel containing emergency contraceptive pill. Levonorgestrel has no effect on implantation (attachment of the fertilized egg or blastocyst to the wall of the womb) of a fertilized egg. Hence, if the emergency contraceptive is taken post implantation it is completely ineffective in preventing progression of pregnancy. The implanted egg is not aborted. Hence there is a specific time-frame within which emergency contraceptive pill can prevent pregnancy.

Unwanted-72 (like all oral contraceptives) do not protect against HIV (the virus that causes AIDS) and other sexually transmitted diseases.

Unwanted-72 is believed to act as an emergency contraceptive principally by preventing ovulation or fertilization (by altering tubal transport of sperm and/or ova). It is not effective once the process of implantation has begun. There is no adverse effects of Unwanted-72 on breastfeeding performance, either in the quality or quantity of the milk, or on the health, growth or development of the infant.

Composition of Unwanted-72

Unwanted-72 contain Levonorgestrel (1500 mcg or 1.5 mg) which is synthetic progestogen used for hormonal contraceptives.

Wha is Levonorgestrel?

Levonorgestrel : Levonorgestrel is single active steroid ingredient of this medicine. It is a totally synthetic progestogen.

Chemical formula : 18,19-Dinorpregn-4-en-20-yn-3-one-13-ethyl-17-hydroxy-, (17α)- (-)-

Levonorgestrel uses : It is used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse (sex without any method of birth control or with a birth control method that failed or was not used properly.

Levonorgestrel

Levonorgestrel works by : preventing the release of an egg from the ovary or preventing fertilization of the egg by sperm.

It may work by changing the lining of the uterus (womb) to prevent development of a pregnancy.

Levonorgestrel works best if it is taken as soon as possible after unprotected sexual intercourse.

In case vomiting takes place in less than 2 hours after intake of levonorgestrel, call your doctor. You may need to take another dose of this medication.

Use of Unwanted-72

Prevent pregnancy following unprotected intercourse or a known or suspected contraceptive failure.

Effect of Unwanted-72

Unwanted-72 is 95 % effective if taken within 24 hours of sexual intercourse, 85 %, if taken within 25-48 hours and only 58 % if taken after 49 hours but before 72 hours. It has no role after 72 hours.

It is not always 100 percent effective so if period delayed by one week then do pregnancy test.

Unwanted-72 is equally effective for sex several times over a short period. But care should be taken that all acts have occurred within 72 hours before taking Unwanted-72.

If there is a delay in the onset of menses beyond 1 week, the possibility of pregnancy should be considered.

Directions for use

Unwanted-72 is a single dose tablet to be taken orally.

It should be swallowed with some water after a meal. Unwanted-72 should be taken as early as possible as and not later than 72 hours of unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.

Side Effects of Unwanted-72

• Ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy in which the fetus develops outside the womb, typically in a fallopian tube)
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea, Vomiting
• Dizziness, Headache
• Breast pain or tenderness

Unwanted-72 Effect on Periods

• Menstrual bleeding patterns can become irregular.
• Periods can start early or late by few days.
• Menstrual bleeding can be heavy or less.
• Spotting or bleeding between menstrual periods

Warning

• Unwanted-72should not be used as a regular birth control method. Unwanted-72is not as effective as routine contraception since their failure rate.
• It is not effective in terminating an existing pregnancy.
• Risk factor of ectopic pregnancy increases after taking emergency contraceptive.
• It is not an abortion pill.

The most common side effects of Unwanted-72are nausea, abdominal pain, fatigue, headache, and menstrual changes.

Note: It is normal for next menstrual period to begin up to a week earlier or later than expected. If next menstrual period is delayed for longer than 1 week after the expected date, you may be pregnant and pregnancy test should be done.

When not to take Unwanted-72: Do not take Unwanted-72 if allergic to levonorgestrel.

Shatavaryadi Ghrita is a polyherbal Ayurvedic medicine. The chief ingredient in this medicine is Shatavari. For medicinal purpose the roots of Shatavari shrub are used. The roots have bitter, sweet, cooling, stomachic, tonic, laxative, demulcent, diuretic, antispasmodic, properties. The roots are useful in treatment of kidney and liver diseases, urinary disorders, colitis, crohn’s disease, hyperacidity, ulcers and gastritis. The other important ingredient of this medicine is Gokhru which has Mutravirecaniya (diuretic), Sotha hara (anti-inflammatory), cooling, and krimighna ( anti-microbial) properties. Gokru is especially used to treat defects of renal system and urinary tract infections, stones and Prameha (diabetes).

Shatavaryadi Ghrita is useful in treatment of urinary tract diseases, difficulty in urination, and calculi.

Here is given more about this medicine, such as benefits, indication/therapeutic uses, composition and dosage.

Ingredients of Shatavaryadi Ghrita

• Shatavari (Svarasa) (Rt.) 3.073 l
• Swadamshtra/Gokshura kvatha (Fr.) 3.073 l
• Jala for decoction 12.292 l reduced to 3.072 l
• Ghrita (Goghrita) 1.536 kg
• Kshira (Godugdha) 3.072 l
• Vidari (Rt.Tr.) 768 g
• Chandana (Shveta candana) (Ht.Wd.) 768 g
• Tuga (Vansha Locana) (S.C.) 768 g
• Mridvika (Draksha) (Dr.Fr.) 768 g
• Madhuyashti (Yashti) (Rt.) 768 g
• Kasheruka (Tr.) 768 g
• Ervaru bija (Sd.) 768 g
• Truti (Sukshmaila) (Sd.) 768 g
• Adrija (Shilajatu) 768 g
• Pippali (Fr.) 768 g
• Utpala (Fl.) 768 g
• Padma (Kamala) (Fr.) 768 g
• Pattura (Pl.) 768 g
• Musta (Musta) (Rz.) 768 g
• Kakoli (Sub.Rt.) 768 g
• Kshirakakoli (Sub.Rt.) 768 g
• Jivaka (Rt.) 768 g
• Rashabhaka (Sub.Rt.) 768 g
• Mudgaparni (Pl.) 768 g
• Mashaparni (Pl.) 768 g
• Meda (Sub.Rt.) 768 g
• Mahameda (Sub.Rt.) 768 g
• Chinnaruha (Guduchi) (St.) 768 g
• Karkata (Karkatashringi) (Gl.) 768 g
• Tugakshiri (Vansha Locana) (S.C.) 768 g
• Padmaka (St.) 768 g
• Kamala (Fl.) 768 g
• Riddhi (Sub.Rt.) 768 g
• Vriddhi (Sub.Rt.) 768 g
• Mridvika (Draksha) (Dr.Fr.) 768 g
• Jivanti (Rt.) 768 g
• Madhuka (Yashti) (Rt.) 768 g
• Madhu 768 g
• Sita (Sharkara) 384 g

Important Therapeutic Use

Shatavaryadi Ghrita is nutritive and tonic. It pacifies pitta Dosha and gives relief in excess heat. It is cooling in nature and show beneficial effect in bleeding disorders. It improves strength and weight.

• Mutrakricchra (Dysuria)
• Mutradosha (Urinary disorders)
• Mutra Sharkara (Urinary calculus)
• Inflammation in intestinal
• Excess Pitta
• Burning sensation in stomach
• Bleeding disorders

Dosage of Shatavaryadi Ghrita

5-10 gram after meals or as directed by physician. Take precise dosage for suggested period of time.

People suffering from obesity, heart diseases, high blood pressure, Diabetic, pregnant ladies, and children should take this medicine strictly under medical supervision.

You can buy this medicine online or from medical stores.

This medicine is manufactured by Kottakal (Satavaryadi Ghritam), Arya Vaidya Sala (Satavaryadi Ghritam) and many other Ayurvedic pharmacies.

Amritaprasa Ghritam is a non-vegetarian Ayurvedic medicated Ghee. It contains juice of goat flesh. It is a nutritive tonic and used to improve strength and fertility. It is indicated in treatment of semen disorders, scantiness of menstrual flow, cough, weakness, T.B., bleeding disorders, urinary disorders, hiccups, respiratory ailments, diseases of heart, and infertility.

Here is given more about this medicine, such as benefits, indication/therapeutic uses, composition and dosage.

Ingredients of Amritaprasa Ghritam

• Jivanti (Rt.) 12 g
• Kakoli (Sub. Rt.) 12 g
• Kshirakakoli (Sub. Rt.) 12 g
• Meda (Rt. Tr.) 12 g
• Mahameda (Rt. Tr.) 12 g
• Mudgaparni (Pl.) 12 g
• Mashaparni (Pl.) 12 g
• Rishabhaka (Rt. Tr.) 12 g
• Jivaka (Rt. Tr.) 12 g
• Riddhi (Sub.Rt. Tr.) 12 g
• Vriddhi (Sub.Rt. Tr.) 12 g
• Madhuka (Yashti) (Rt.) 12 g
• Shunthi (Rz.) 12 g
• Vari (Satavari) (Rt. Tr.) 12 g
• Vira (Meda) (Rt. Tr.) 12 g
• Punarnava (Rakta Punarnava) (Rt.) 12 g
• Bala (Rt.) 12 g
• Bharngi (Rt.) 12 g
• Svagupta (atmagupta) (Sd.) 12 g
• Riddhi (Sub.Rt. Tr.) 12 g
• Shathi (Shati) (Rz.) 12 g
• Tamalaki (Pl.) 12 g
• Kana (Pippali) (Fr.) 12 g
• Sringataka (Fr.) 12 g
• Payasya (Kshira vidari) (Rt. Tr.) 12 g
• Shalaparni (Pl.) 12 g
• Prishniparni (Pl.) 12 g
• Brihati (Pl.) 12 g
• Kantakari (Pl.) 12 g
• Gokshura (Pl.) 12 g
• Draksha (Dr. Fr.) 12 g
• Akshaoda (Cotdn.) 12 g
• Sarpi (Goghrita) 768 g
• Kshira (Godugdha) 768 ml
• Dhatri rasa (Amalaki) (P.) 768 ml
• Vidariras (Vidari) (Rt. Tr.) 768 ml
• Ikshu-rasa (St.) 768 ml
• Chaga Mamasa rasa Goat's flesh juice 768 ml
• Madhu 384 g
• Sharkara 2.400 kg
• Marica (Fr.) 24 g
• Tvak (St. Bk.) 24 g
• Ela (Sukshmaila) (Sd.) 24 g
• Patra (Tejapatra) (Lf.) 24 g
• Kesara (Nagakeshara) (Stmn.) 24 g

Benefits of Amritaprasa Ghritam

• It enhances spermatogenesis/sperm count (Shukrala).
• It improves voice (swarya).
• It improves virile power.
• It is very nutritious.
• It cures internal dryness.
• It improves weight, luster, and digestion.
• It gives relief from constipation.
• It gives strength to brain, nerves, eyes, rectum and other body organs.
• It balance Pitta and Vata disorder.
• It nourishes gastrointestinal mucosa, lubricates it, enhances the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins and strengthens the colonic flora of useful microbes.

Important Therapeutic Uses of Amritaprasa Ghritam

• Trishna (Thirst)
• Burning sensation
• Jvara (Fever)
• Raktapitta (Bleeding disorder)
• Kasa (Cough), Shvasa (Dyspnoea/Asthma)
• Kshata Kshina (Debility due to chest, injury)
• Vyadhikarshita Nashtashukra (Oligospermia due chronic illness)
• Daurbalya (Weakness)
• Svarahina (Aphasia)
• Vaivarnya (Discolouration),
• Hikka (Hiccup)
• Chardi (Emesis)
• Murccha (Syncope)
• Hridroga (Heart disease)
• Yoniroga (Disease of female genital tract)
• Mutraroga (Urinary diseases)

Dosage of Amritaprasa Ghritam

• 1-2 spoon twice a day with milk or lukewarm water.
• Please note, the doses of Ayurvedic medicines are not fixed. Exact dose depends on the age, strength, digestive power of the patient, the nature of the illness, the state of the viscera and humours, and the properties of individual drugs.
• People suffering from obesity, heart diseases, high blood pressure, diabetics, high cholesterol should use this medicine with precaution.

You can buy this medicine online or from medical stores.

This medicine is manufactured by Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala (Amritaprasa Ghritam), AVP (Amruthaprasa Gritham) and many other Ayurvedic pharmacies.

Kalyanaka Ghrita is a polyherbal Ayurvedic medicated ghee. It is useful in treatment of mental and psychological disorders. It improves memory and concentration. Kalyanaka Ghrita is especially useful in epilepsy, hysteria, mental weakness, and schizophrenia. Its use during pregnancy helps in better mental growth of fetus.

Here is given more about this medicine, such as benefits, indication/therapeutic uses, composition and dosage.

Ingredients of Kalyanaka Ghrita

• Haritaki (P.) 12 g
• Bibhitaka (P.) 12 g
• Amalaki (P.) 12 g
• Vishala (Rakta indravaruni) (Fr.) 12 g
• Bhadraila (Sthulaila) (Sd.) 12 g
• Devadaru (Ht. Wd.) 12 g
• Elavaluka (St. Bk.) 12 g
• Shveta Sariva (Rt.) 12 g
• Krishna sariva (Rt.) 12 g
• Haridra (Rz.) 12 g
• Daruharidra (St.) 12 g
• Shalaparni (Pl.) 12 g
• Prishniparni (Pl.) 12 g
• Phalini (Priyangu) (Fl.) 12 g
• Nata (Tagara) (Rt./Rz.) 12 g
• Brihati (Pl.) 12 g
• Kushtha (Rt.) 12 g
• Manjishtha (St.) 12 g
• Nagakesara (Nagakeshara) (Stmn.) 12 g
• Dadima -phala tvak (Fr.) 12 g
• Vella (Vidanga) (Fr.) 12 g
• Talishapatra (Talisa) (Lf.) 12 g
• Ela (Sukshmaila) (Sd.) 12 g
• Malati mukula (jati) (Fl.) 12 g
• Utpala (Fl.) 12 g
• Danti (Rt.) 12 g
• Padmaka (Ht. Wd. 12 g
• Hima (Rakta candana) (Ht. Wd.) 12 g
• Sarpi (Goghrita) 768 g

Mahakalyanaka Ghrita

Mahakalyanaka Ghrita, which contains more ingredients is superior to Kalyanaka Ghrita. Maha Kalyanaka Ghrita is prepared from ingredients from Shveta Sariva to Hima (Rakta candana) and following ingredients:

• Dwi Riddhi (Buddhi, Riddhi)
• Dwi Meda (Meda, Mahameda)
• Dwi Kakoli (Kakoli, Kshirakakoli)
• Kapikacchu
• Vishani (Avartani)
• Surpavalli (Mudgaparni, Mashaparni)
• It is therapeutically superior to Kalyanaka Ghrita.
• This medicine is manufactured by Amrita (Mahakalyanaka Ghritam), AVP (MahaKallyanaka Gritham), Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala (MahaKalyanaka Ghritam) and many other Ayurvedic pharmacies.

Benefits of Kalyanaka Ghrita

• It is useful medicine for mental and psychological ailments and infertility.
• Its intake during pregnancy helps in better growth of fetus.
• It improves memory and concentration.
• It cures anemia.
• It is very nutritious.
• It cures internal dryness.
• It improves weight, luster, and digestion.
• It gives relief from constipation.
• It gives strength to brain, nerves, eyes, rectum and other body organs.
• It balance Pitta and Vata disorder.
• It nourishes gastrointestinal mucosa, lubricates it, enhances the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins and strengthens the colonic flora of useful microbes.

Important Therapeutic Uses of Kalyanaka Ghrita

• Apasmara (Epilepsy)
• Insanity
• Homicidal tendencies
• Unmad/Schizophrenia
• Anxiety, depression
• Smriti Daurbalya (Weak memory)
• Bhutonmada (Exogenous psychosis)
• Kasa (Cough), coryza,
• Pandu (Anaemia)
• Bala Graha (Specific disorders of children)
• Vishavikara (Morbidity due to Poisonous substance),
• Gara Visha (Slow / accumulated poison)
• Vandhyatva (Infertility), low sperm count
• Yoniroga (Disease of female genital tract)
• Kandu (Itching)
• Shopha (Oedema)
• Meda (Adipose tissue)
• Delusion, Jvara (Fever)
• Daurbalya (Weakness)
• Loss of speech
• Painful urination
• Vata rog (diseases due to vitiation of Vata)
• Pitta-Vikar (diseases due to excessive Pitta)
• Menopausal Syndrome

Dosage of Kalyanaka Ghrita

Half teaspoon-1 spoon for (5-10 gram) twice a day with milk or lukewarm water.

Please note, the doses of Ayurvedic medicines are not fixed. Exact dose depends on the age, strength, digestive power of the patient, the nature of the illness, the state of the viscera and humours, and the properties of individual drugs.

People suffering from obesity, heart diseases, high blood pressure, diabetics, high cholesterol should use this medicine with precaution.

You can buy this medicine online or from medical stores.

This medicine is manufactured by Kerala Ayurveda (Kalyanaka Ghritham), SDP (Kalyanaka Gritha), Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala (Kalyanaka Ghritam), Atharv's (Kalyanaka Ghritam), AVP (Kallyanaka Gritham), Nagarjuna (Kalyanaka Ghrita) and many other Ayurvedic pharmacies.

Ratnaprash is a Chyawanprash from Dabur, containing some precious and potent ingredients like Moti, Kesar, Musali, Kaunch, Abhrak Bhasma etc. For health-conscious people it is available in sugar-free form. Ratnaprash is a tonic or Rasayana and has health benefits similar to a Chyawanprash.

Here is given more about this medicine, such as benefits, indication/therapeutic uses, composition and dosage.

Ingredients of Dabur Ratnaprash

• Amla pulp 64 grams
• Ashwagandha Withania somnifera 0.570 gram
• Shatavari Asparagus racemosus 0.570 gram
• Varahi Dioscorea bulbifera 0.570 gram
• Vidari (Kanda) Pueraria tuberosa 0.855 gram
• Bilva Aegle marmelos 0.285 gram
• Shyonaka Oroxylum indicum 0.285 gram
• Gambhari Gmelina arborea 0.285 gram
• Agnimantha Premna integrifolia 0.285 gram
• Shalaparni Desmodium gangeticum 0.285 gram
• Prishniparni Uraria picta 0.285 gram
• Brihati Solanum indicum 0.285 gram
• Kantakari Solanum surattense 0.285 gram
• Gokshura Tribulus terrestris 0.285 gram
• Draksha Vitis vinifera 0.285 gram
• Guduchi Tinospora cordifolia 0.285 gram
• Brahmi Bacopa monnieri 0.285 gram
• Bala Sida cordifolia 0.285 gram
• Pushkara Inula racemosa 0.285 gram
• Jivanti Leptadenia reticulata 0.285 gram
• Mudgparni Phaseolus trilobus 0.285 gram
• Mashaparni Teramnus labialis 0.285 gram
• Shringi Pistacia integerrima 0.285 gram
• Tamalaki (Bhumyamalaki Phyllanthus amarus 0.285 gram
• Abhaya Haritaki Terminalia chebula 0.285 gram
• Karchura Curcuma Zedoaria 0.285 gram
• Motha Cyperus rotundus 0.285 gram
• Punarnava Raktapunarnava Boerhaavia diffusa 0.285 gram
• Utpala Nymphaea stellata 0.285 gram
• Vasa Adhatoda vasica 0.285 gram
• Mulethi 0.285 gram
• Kakanasika Maritima annua 0.285 gram
• Ghrita 1.22 gram
• Sugar 62.5g
• Til Taila 0.61 gram
• Sharkara 64.0 gram
• Kesar 200 mg
• Moti pishti 0.028 gram
• Musali 2.10 gram
• Kaunch 2.10 gram
• Elaichi 0.554 gram
• Lavang 0.062g
• Dalchini 0.107 gram
• Tejpatta 0.107 gram
• Nagkeshar 0.107 gram
• Pippali 0.258 gram
• Vamsha 0.750 gram
• Abhrak bhasma 0.175 gram
• Akarkara 0.175 gram
• Madhu 0.731 gram
• Contain Rose and Chandan flavour
• Preservative:Sodium Benzoate.

Benefits of Dabur Ratnaprash

• It is very nutritious.
• It improves body immunity to fight infections.
• It improves energy, strength and stamina.
• The main ingredient of this medicine is Amla which is richest source of vitamin c.
• It has antioxidant, anti-stress, adaptogenic, immunomodulatory and anti-ageing properties.
• It helps to give relief in day-to day stress, fatigue and lack of energy.
• It is a health rejuvenator.

Uses of Dabur Ratnaprash

It is a tonic used to improve body immunity and general health. It is a very good source of vitamin c. It can be used in cough, cold, diseases and debility.

Dosage of Dabur Ratnaprash

1 teaspoon or 12 gram twice a day followed by glass of milk.

Price

Ratnaprash is available in two sizes, 450g priced at Rs. 305 and 900g for Rs. 590.

Divya Chyawanprash is a product from Baba Ramdev's Patanjali Divya Pharmacy. Chyawanprash is a very famous, commonly available OTC health tonic of Ayurveda. It is prepared from Amla, sugar, desi ghee, honey, sesame oil, Dashmula, Pippali, and numerous medicinal herbs extracts and spices. It has rejuvenative and anti-ageing properties. Regular intake of Chyawanprash helps to improves body immunity and prevents recurrent infections. It is equally liked by everyone. It helps to prevent premature aging (wrinkles), greying of hair, weight loss, and debility. Chyawanprash is good source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

Here is given more about this medicine, such as benefits, indication/therapeutic uses, composition and dosage.

Ingredients of Divya Chyawanprash

• Dasmoola Dashmoola Root 4.57%
• Khareti Sida cordifolia Root 0.45%
• Mudgaparni Phaseolus tribulus Whole plant 0.45%
• Pippli Piper longum Fruit 0.90%
• Mashparni Teramnus labialis Whole plant 0.45%
• Kakrashringi Pistacia integerrima Galls 0.45%
• Bhoomi amla Phyllanthus niruri Whole plant 0.45%
• Draksha Vitis vinifera Fruit 0.45%
• Jeevanti Leptadenia reticulate Whole plant 0.45%
• Harar Terminalia chebula Fruit rind 0.45%
• Giloy Tinospora cordifolia Stem 0.45%
• Riddhi Habenaria intermedia Rhizome 0.45%
• Vriddhi Habeneria acuminate Rhizome 0.45%
• Jeevak Malaxis acuminate Rhizome 0.45%
• Rishbhak Malaxis muscifera Rhizome 0.45%
• Kachoor Curcuma zedoaria Root 0.45%
• Nagarmotha Cyperus rotundus Root 0.45%
• Punarnava Boerhaavia diffusa Root 0.45%
• Medha Polygonatum cirrhifolium Rhizome 0.45%
• Mahamedha Polygonatum verticillatum Rhizome 0.45%
• Laghu Ela Elettaria cardamomum Fruit 0.45%
• Neelotpal Nymphaea nouchali Flower 0.45%
• Vidarikand Pueraria tuberosa Root 0.45%
• Adusa Adhatoda vasica Whole plant 0.90%
• Kakoli Roscoea alpine Root 0.45%
• KsheerKakoli Lillium pohyphyllum Root 0.45%
• Kaknasa Martynia diandra Fruit 0.45%
• Amla Pishti Emblica officinalis – Pishti Fruit 16.54%
• Til Tail Sesamum indicum Seeds 2.73%
• Ghrit Ghee 2.73%
• Sugar Saccharum officinarum 67.33%
• Vanshlochan Bambusa arundinaceae Internal secretion 1.82%
• Pippli Piper longum fruit 0.91%
• Dalcheeni Cinnamomum zeylanicum Stem bark 0.11%
• Laghu ela Elletaria cardamomum Fruit 0.11%
• Tejpatra Cinamomum tamala Leaf 0.11%
• Nagkesar Messua ferrea Flower 0.11%
• Madhu Honey 2.73%

Benefits of Divya Chyawanprash

• It is very nutritious.
• It improves weight, luster, and digestion.
• It gives strength to brain, nerves, eyes, rectum and other body organs.
• It is an effective remedy for premature aging, greying of hair, weight loss, and debility.
• It improves body immunity.
• It is good source of antioxidant.
• It rejuvenates body.
• It protects from infection, cough, cold, stress.

Uses of Divya Chyawanprash

It is a health tonic that improves overall health. It is taken in winter to improve immunity against cold and cough. It is rich source of Vitamin C.

Dosage of Divya Chyawanprash

1 to 2 teaspoon, twice a day should be taken with milk.

Chyawanprash (unless sugar free) contain about 60-70 percent sugar, therefore people suffering from diabetes should take it cautiously. It increases pitta and should be taken in recommended dosage.

Himalaya Chyavanaprasha is an Ayurvedic formulation from Himalaya Drug Company, containing over 40 herbs, which revitalizes and rejuvenates body. It is prepared from Pippali, Amalaki, Cardamom, Jivanti, Honey and many more. Amalaki is the richest natural source of Vitamin C, a powerful anti-oxidant. It is also enriched with pure honey. It has excellent anti-stress and anti-aging properties.

Chyavanprash is very famous, commonly available OTC health tonic of Ayurveda.

Here is given more about this medicine, such as benefits, indication/therapeutic uses, composition and dosage.

Ingredients of Himalaya Chyavanaprasha

Sugar Saccharum Officinarum, Amla Emblica officinalis, Honey, Til Sesame indicum, Ghee, Bambusa arundinacea, Pippali Piper longum, Pueraria tuberosa, Cinnamomum zeylanicum, Elaichi Elettaria cardamomum, Bilva Aegle marmelos, Clerodendrum phlomidis, Oroxylum indicum, Gmelina arborea, Stereospemum chelonoides, Bala Sida cordifolia, Desmodium gangeticum, Uraria Picta, Phaseolus trilobus, Teramnus Labialis, Gokhru Tribulus terrestris, Solanum indicum, Solanum surattense, Pistacia integerrima, Phyllanthus amarus, Draksha Vitis vinifera, Leptadenia reticulata, lnula racemosa, Teminalia chebula, Giloy Tinospora cordifolia, Dioscorea bulbifera, Hedychium Spicatum, Motha Cyperus rotundus, Punarnava Boerhaavia diffusa, Polygonatum cirrihifolium, Nymphaea Stellata, Vasa Adhatoda vasica, Lilium polyphyllum, Pentatropsis capensis, Cinnamomum tamala, Nagkeshar

Messua ferrea, Vetiveria zizanioides. Other Ingredients:- invert Sugar, Aqua, Sugar, Potassium Sorbate, Butylated Hydroxy Toluene, Butylated Hydroxy Anisole.

Nutrition Fact

Serving size:2 teaspoonfuls (20g)

• Calories 60;Calories from Fat 2.7%
• Total fat 0.048g 0.07% of daily value
• No Cholesterol
• Total Carbohydrate 15g, 5% of daily value
• Sugar 13 gram
• Protein 0.5g
• Iron 0.36mg
• Vitamin C 2.4 mg

Benefits of Himalaya Chyavanaprasha

• It is very nutritious.
• It improves weight, luster, and digestion.
• It gives strength to brain, nerves, eyes, rectum and other body organs.
• It is an effective remedy for premature aging, greying of hair, weight loss, and debility.
• It improves body immunity.
• It is good source of antioxidants.
• It protects from infection, cough, cold, stress.
• It aids the smooth functioning of the circulatory, nervous, digestive and respiratory systems to create an overall good health.

Uses of Himalaya Chyavanaprasha

It is a health tonic that improves overall health. It is taken in winter to improve immunity against cold and cough.

• General Debility
• Respiratory Ailments
• Digestive Disorders
• Stress-induced Ailments

Dosage of Himalaya Chyavanaprasha

• Half teaspoon-1 spoon for (5-10 gram) twice a day with milk.
• For best results, consume half-an-hour before breakfast followed by warm water/ milk.

Pack size

500 grams and 1 kilogram.

Kasisa, Kasisaka, Pushpa Kasisa, Pamsuka, Pamsu Kasisa are few Ayurvedic names of Iron Sulphate. It is used in Ayurveda for time immemorial in treatment of variety of diseases. For medicinal purpose it is first purified and then used in dose of 1 to 3 ratti (1 ratti=125 mg). For purification the juice of plant Bhringraja (Eclipta alba) is used. The taste of Kasis is sour and astringent. It has astringent, tonic and blood improving properties.

Here is given more about Kasisa such as vernacular names, occurrence, physical and medicinal properties, ayurvedic properties and action, therapeutic uses, dosage and important formulations containing Kasisa.

Definition

Kasis is hydrous ferrous sulphate with chemical formula FeSO₄. 7H₂O.

Origin and occurrence

Kasisa is a secondary mineral formed by decomposition of pyrites in the zone of oxidation and is found in small quantities wherever pyrite occurs.

It occurs widely as efflorescence on the walls and timbers of mine workings.

Kasisa is commonly associated with chalcanthite, gypsum and other hydrous basic sulphates.

Vernacular Names

1. Bangali: Hirakas
2. English: Ferrous Sulphate, Green vitriol
3. Gujarati: Hirakasi
4. Hindi: Kasis, HīraKasīs
5. Kannada: Kaasisa, Annabedi
6. Malayalam: Turusi, Turus
7. Marathi: Hirakas
8. Tamil: Annabedhi, Annapeti
9. Telugu: Annabhedi
10. Urdu: Hira Kasees, Zaj-e-Asfar, Tutia-e-Sabz

Physical properties

• Nature: Massive lumps
• Colour: Greenish white
• Streak: White
• Cleavage: None
• Fracture: Uneven
• Lustre: Earthy
• Tenacity: Brittle
• Transparency: Translucent
• Hardness: 1.95 to 2
• Sp. Gr.: 1.90 to 1.97
• Taste: Sweetish, astringent taste

Classification in Ayurveda

In Ayurveda, Kasisa is classified into two categories.

1. Baluka/Valuka Kasisa
2. Pushpa Kasisa

Valuka Kasisa is also known as Dhatu Kasisa it looks like sand, with greenish and slight yellowish color. It can be natural or artificially prepared.

Pushpa Kasisa which is in small crystalline form with bright green color is used for medicinal purpose only. Kasisa Bhasma is prepared from Pushpa Kasisa.

Purification or Shodhana

Kasisa is purified using Bhringraja juice. Powdered Kasisa is added to Bhringraj juice and grind tillcomplete moisture gets evaporated. Repeat the process for three times.

Purified Kasisa has hematinic, tonic and astringent properties.

Ayurvedic Properties and Action

• Rasa (taste on tongue): Kasaya (Astringent), Tikta (Bitter), Amla (Sour)
• Guna (Pharmacological Action): Ushna (Hot)
• Virya: Ushna (Heating)
• Vipaka (transformed state after digestion): Katu (Pungent)

Action

• Vata-kaphahar
• Keshya/good for hairs
• Netrya/Good for eyes
• Keshya Ranjana
• Rajah Pravartaka
• Sankochaka/Astringent
• Balya
• Rakta vardhak

Medicinal Properties

• It is hot in potency.
• It is alterative and tonic.
• It is astringent.
• It improves hemoglobin level.
• It promotes strength and eye-sight.
• It is good for hairs and prevents hair greying.
• It is emmenagogue (stimulate blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus).

Important Therapeutic Uses of Kasisa Bhasma

• Kandu (itching)
• Visha roga (disease due to poison)
• Mutrakricchra (dysuria)
• Ashmari (calculus)
• Shvitra (leucoderma / vitiligo)
• Pitta apasmara (epilepsy due to pitta dosha)
• Pandu (anaemia)
• Plihavriddhi (splenomegaly)
• Krimi (helminthiasis/ worm infestation)
• Gudabhransha (prolapse of rectum)
• Visarapa (erysepales)
• Netra roga (disease of eyes)
• Shleshma roga (disease due to kapha dosha)

Dosage of Kasisa

It is given in dose of 1 ratti to 3 ratti/125mg– 375 mg empty stomach.

Important Ayurvedic Formulations containing Kasisa

• Kasisadi tel
• Kasisadi Ghrita
• Kasis Bhasma
• Rajah Pravartani Vati

Gairika (Red Ochre) a silicate of Alumina and oxide of Iron. In Ayurveda it is used for medicinal purpose after purification. It is sweet, astringent, anti-phlegmatic, anti-bilious and cooling. It shows beneficial effects in skin diseases, piles, bleeding disorders, ulcers, boils, urticaria, vomiting, hiccups etc. It is not used as single drug but as an ingredient of some compound preparations containing a large number of mineral drugs.

Vernacular Names

• Sanskrit: Kasayakkal, Kavi, Svarna gairika
• English: Ochre, Reddle
• Gujarati: Geru, Sonageru
• Hindi: Geru, Gerumitti
• Bengali: Girimati
• Kannada: Hojatha, Jajoo, Kaavi, Kemmannu
• Malayalam: Kavimannu
• Marathi: Geru, Sonakava
• Punjabi: Geri
• Tamil: Seemaikkaavikkallu, Kavikkal
• Telugu: Kavirayi, Kaavi
• Urdu: Geru (Teen-e-Rumi)

Origin and occurrence

Gairika is a natural hematite mineral found with other iron-titanium oxide minerals in igneous and metamorphic rocks as accessory mineral. Gairika is associated with magnetite. It sometimes contains minor amount of titanium and magnesium. Gairika occurs as an alteration product of other iron minerals or by degradation of highly ferruginous rocks in the form of weathered residual concentrations. It is generally found mixed with clay and other impurities.

Based on colour, there are two types of ochres found in the country

1. Red ochre: Anhydrous iron oxide. It contain more iron and is used as medicine.
2. Yellow ochre: hydrated iron oxide is yellow ochre

In India, Gairika deposits are chiefly found in Rajpur, Banaskantha, Jamnagar and Kuchchh in Gujarat, Bellary and Bidar in Karnataka, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Satna, Kailashpur, Madhogarh and Mandla in Madhya Pradesh and Udaipur, Alwar, Bikaner, Chittorgarh and Sawai Madhopur in Rajasthan. Other known occurrences are in Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal.

Physical properties

1. Nature: Massive clayey
2. Colour: Reddish brown
3. Streak: Reddish brown
4. Fracture: Uneven
5. Lustre: Earthy
6. Tenacity: Brittle
7. Transparency: Opaque
8. Hardness: 5.5 to 6.5 but much softer in earthy variety
9. Sp. Gr.: 2.7

Shodhana or Purification

1. Gairika: 1 Part
2. Go-dugdha: Q.S for Bhavana

Method:

Prepare fine powder of Gairika and Bhavana of Go-dugdha should be given three times with sufficient quantity, dry and use for therapeutic purposes.

Ayurvedic Properties and Action

• Rasa (taste on tongue): Kasaya (Astringent), Madhura
• Guna (Pharmacological Action): Snigdha (Unctuous), Visada (Non-Saline)
• Virya: Sita (Cooling)
• Vipaka (transformed state after digestion): Madhura (Sweet)

Action

• Pitta-Nashak
• Balya
• Vran-ropak
• Netrya
• Kapha-hara

Benefits of Gairika

• It has cooling and antibilious action.
• It prevents hemorrhage.
• It gives relief in hiccups.
• Its topical application gives relief in burns, ulcers, boils, pustular eruption.

Therapeutic Uses of Shuddha Gairika

• Netra roga (diseases of eyes)
• Raktapitta (bleeding disorder)
• Hikka (hiccup)
• Vamana (vomiting)
• Vish-vikar (disorders due to poison)
• Rakta pradara (menorrhagia or metrorrhagia or both)
• Kandu (itching)
• Jvara (fever)
• Daha (burning sensation)
• Udara roga (diseases of abdomen)

Dose of Shuddha Gairika

• 250mg-500 mg of Shuddha Gairika empty stomach with honey.
• Externally, Gairik is applied on skin diseases, burns and scalds.

Important Formulations of Ayurveda containing Shuddha Gairika

• Kumkumadi taila
• Bhringaraja taila
• Laghu Sutashekhara rasa
• Kamadudha rasa (Mauktika yukta)