Drakshasava is a liquid Ayurvedic Medicine, useful in cardiac disorders, hemorrhoids, fever etc. It contains 5 – 10 % of self generated alcohol in it. This self generated alcohol and the water present in the product acts as a media to deliver water and alcohol soluble the active herbal components to the body.
Reference
Bhaishajya Ratnavali Arshoroga Chikitas 9/170-173, AFI, Part-II, 1: 1
It is also called Mridwikasav / Mridwikasavam.
Dose
12 – 24 ml. one or two times a day, usually advised after food.
If needed, it can be mixed with equal quantity of water.
With western medicines
Seek your doctor’s advice if you are taking this product along with other western (allopathic/modern) medicines. Some Ayurvedic herbs can interact with modern medicine.
If both Ayurvedic and allopathic medicines are advised together, then it is best to take allopathic medicine first, wait for 30 minutes and then, after a gap of 15 – 30 minutes, take Ayurvedic medicine or as directed by the physician.
Can this be used while taking Homeopathic medicine?
Yes. This product does not react with homeopathic medicine.
With supplements like multivitamin tablets, Omega 3 fatty acids etc?
Yes. Generally, this product goes well with most of the dietary supplements. However, if you are taking more than one product per day, please consult your doctor for an opinion.
Side effects
A very high dosage than the prescribed may cause loose stools and stomach complaints.
Uses
Drakshasava is used in the treatment of piles, fistula, indigestion, bleeding diseases, intestinal worms, injury, wounds.
Drakshasava calms Vata and Pitta
Traditional uses:
Useful in hemorrhoids – Gudakeelaka
Useful in anxiety and depressive disorders – Shoka
Useful in anorexia – Arochaka
It is an excellent cardiac tonic – Hrut
Useful in anemia – Pandu
Useful in bleeding disorders such as menorrhagia, nasal bleeding etc – Raktapitta
Useful in fistula in ano – Bhagandara
Abdominal tumors – Gulma
Ascites – Udara
Intestinal worm infestation – Krumi
Small tumors – Granthi
Injuries leading to blood loss – Kshata
Emaciation, weight loss – Shosha
Fever – Jvara
Improves strength and immunity – Balakrut
Improves skin complexion – Varnakrut
Effect on Tridosha – Balances Vata and Pitta
Ingredients
Draksha – Dry grapes – dried fruit – 4.8 kg
water for Kashayam – 49.152 liters boiled and reduced to 12.288 liters
Sharkara – sugar – 4.8 kg
Madhu – Honey – 4.8 kg
Prakshepa –
Dhataki (Woodfordia fruticosa) – flower – 336 g
Jati (Jasminum officinale) – flower – 24 g
Lavanga – Clove – Flower bud – 24 g
Kankola (Piper cubeba) – Fruit – 24 g
Lavali (Cicca acida) – fruit – 24 g
Chandana (Santalum album) – Heart wood – 24 g
Krishna – Long pepper fruit – 24 g
Twak – Cinnamon – bark – 24 g
Ela – cardamom – seed – 24 g
Patra (Cinnamomum tamala) – leaf – 24 g
Method of Manufacturing
Usually, Asava is prepared without making Decoction. But, Draksasava is prepared by the decoction method only.
Raisins decoction is prepared by boiling it with the said amount of water, reducing it to a quarter part, filtered.
To it, sugar is added, dissolved, filtered.
To it, rest of the ingredients are added.
This mix is taken in a vessel, which is coated with ghee from inside.
It is sealed and fermentation is allowed to happen for 3 weeks.
Then it is taken out and filtered. The obtained Drakshasava is preserved.
Shloka- Sanskrit verse
Safe for kids?
It is safe to use this medicine in lower dose, in children above 5 years of age.
Pregnancy and lactation –
During pregnancy, it is best to avoid this / take this only under medical supervision.
During lactation period, it can be taken in lower doses, based on doctor’s advice.
Manufacturers
Zandu, Dabur, Baidyanath, Arya Vaidya Sala, AVP.
Baidyanath Drakshasava special
Baidyanath manufactures a special Drakshasava called as Drakshasava special.
Ingredients of Baidyanath Drakshasava (Special):
Munakka – Vitis vinifera
Kababchini – Piper cubeba
Chaturjat –
Cinnamon – Twak – Cinnamomum zeylanicum
Patra – Cinnamomum tamala
Cardamom – Ela – Elettaria cardamomum
Nagakeshara – Mesua ferrea
Clove – Laung – Syzygium aromaticum
Nutmeg – Jaiphal – Myristica fragrans
Black pepper – Marich – Piper nigrum
Long pepper – Pippali – Piper longum
Long pepper root – Piplamul – Piper longum
Chitraka – Plumbago zeylanica
Chavya – Piper retrofractum
Dhataki Puspa – Woodfordia fruticosa
Jaggery – Guda
Uses of Baidyanath Drakshasava special:
It has anti pyretic, diuretic and diaphoretic properties.
It is used in phthisis, loss of appetite, cough and general debility.
Dosage of Baidyanath Drakshasava special:
It can be given in the dose of 3 to 6 teaspoonful with equal quantity of water twice after meals.
Or as directed by the physician.
Expiry date: 10 years from the date of manufacture.
Storage: Store in a cool place in tightly closed amber coloured bottle, protect from light and moisture.
Is it bad for sexual health? Does it affect sperm count?
It is in fact good for sexual health and it does not decrease sperm count.
Habit forming
Is
this medicine habit forming? Does it create dependence? Can we stop it after a
few months of usage?
This
medicine is not habit forming. After using for the prescribed period, your
doctor would gradually decrease the dose and eventually stop it. Follow your
doctor’s instructions for gradual decrease of dose and stopping. Usually it
does not cause any ill effects.
Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
This article is written by Dr. Janardhana V Hebbar BAMS, MD (Ayu), PGDPSM, Managing Director, Easy Ayurveda Hospital.
It is reviewed by Dr. Shilpa Ramdas BAMS, MD (Ayu), Chief Ayurvedic Physician, Easy Ayurveda Hospital
64 thoughts on “Drakshasava Uses, Side effects, Dose and Ingredients”
Can this help improve digestion and particularly absorption in high Vata+Pitta individuals? Any other parallel or better suggestions for such people?
It helps in improving digestion and absorption in Vata Pitta individuals. A combination of bitter-digestives like Giloy, neem etc along with raisins and/or ghee is good for the said purpose in the said people.
Is any season specific to give Drashasava for children.
No. it can be taken in any season.
Can this be used as a replacement of Red wine? Like, Red Wine+Herbal Medicines = Great Alcoholic beverage which is actually good for body. Just curious.
Hello
I have lost weight and I am thin from childhood, i am 22 with weight 38 kg! Can you please tell me if i can drink this? And what else should i take?
Hi, you can take this – 5 ml mixed with 5 ml of water, two times a day, after food. For detailed consultation, please consult an Ayurveda doctor in person.
Hi,
drakshasava can be useful for khasi,kaf,please advise me
Hi, it is not usually advised for Khsai (cough)
Is this beneficial for diabetics
No.
Doctor
You replied possitively for wieght gain question using this…
Is it ok for obesity persons?
Is it increase cholesterol?
Is it ok for high BP persons?
It is okay to use it in small doses of not more than 2 tablespoon per day in obese.
It does not increase cholesterol.
It is fine to use in high BP persons.
Hi is this useful for all age please recomend
You can.
Both Drakshasava and Abhayarishta might not help in your case.
You can. But do not take chances. Consult an Ayurveda doctor.
you are a good poet.
but the thing is you may need further evaluation of your condition and take medicines accordingly. please consult your nearest Ayurveda doctor.
what do you mean by constipation with loose stool? drakshasava definitely help in worms and loss of appetite and also in constipation. please contact your doctor once again and follow his advice regarding this.
Can it take with hot water??
hot water is not needed just add equal quantity of boiled and cooled water.
What is the difference between Drakshasav and Draksharishta? also what are the indications for both of these?
Both are quite similar. Read about Draksharishta here – https://www.ayurmedinfo.com/2011/06/29/drakshrarishtam-uses-dose-side-effects-and-ingredients/
Sir I am a patient of depression, Stress, and constipation/bowling function
Please help me which drug is safe to me
as the information provided is not sufficient, it is better to go for in-person advice of an Ayurveda doctor for the same.
can i become fat using this product as iam too thin?
No madam.
Namaste sir, It is said Varnakrut meaning it improves skin complexion. In your case It would not be helpful.
Drakshasava ans ashwagandharista safe for high blood pressure and heart
hi doc
Is this useful for sinus and liver disorders
with thanks
Any benefits in hiatusharinya
Thanks….
But Dosage… Ml..???
Can we take drakshasava product as a general supplement for a period of 3 months??
Can kidney failure (esrd) pateints take drakshasav side by side with hospital medicines also ???
sir my mom is diabetic also suffered by chronic renal failuare…still one ayurvedic Dr started draksha syp along with kasani ark..and punarnava..but result is fantastic…improve swelling hb count …creatinine level…plz explain how prepare kasani ark…m also ayurveda student….thanks in advance..
Hi, Kasni plant is added with 10 times water and subjected to distillation till 1/3rd reduction. The distillate is the arka.
I am adict of alcohol does drakshasava special wil help to quit or reduce my dose (180 ml/day). can it be taken before meal?
How to use amlycure ds syrup before meal ya after meal with or not
3 ml 2 times a day after food.
is kottakkal mridwikarishta same as drakshasava?
No. Please consult your doctor.
Better to go with the medicine prescribed by our doctor.
Only if your doctor has prescribed it, then it can be taken for 2 – 3 weeks time.
Sir my son is below four years of age he always has severe constipation Will drakshasav help him in treating constipation
Just 5 – 10 ml, per day, would not contribute to weight gain. This small dose is sufficient to get other benefits mentioned. Good to continue for 2 – 3 months of time.
Is it having any bad effect on spurm count
No.
Does drakshasava have hot potency?
Mildly hot.
Does it increases anti mullerian hormone? Plz advise
Should i take drakashav in case of repetitive dry cough ?if not can you suggest me any ayurvedic medicine
If you are not diabetic, then you can take Drakshasav
Sir can I take kutajarishta with drakshasava
Yes if your doctor has prescribed this combination to you.
If a diabetic patient needs to cure fistula what is the alternative to Drakshasava? Please suggest. Thanks so much.
Read about it here
https://easyayurveda.com/2009/11/10/kanchnar-guggulu/
Sir,
My mother have body pain and specially pain in legs. Can she use this? Kindly suggest…
No. Please consult a doctor directly.
Can drakshasava given to an diabetic pt..
Yes, for a short period of time, if the blood sugar level is under control.
Does drakshasav help patients of anxiety, depression as well as insomnia? If ys, what should be the dose, frequency and time for 60 year old lady with prominent insomnia n depression..( a helper tension pt, on amlodepin5, thyronorm 75). Plz reply
Yes. 15 ml, at night.
Can it be heating in high pitta people? If yes, can It be mixed with mahamanjishtadi kwath?
It is not heating.