Lohasava is an Ayurvedic medicine for Anemia. It is a liquid Ayurvedic medicine. It contains naturally processed Iron.
Lohasava contains 4 – 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
Sharangdhara Samhita ma. 10/34-38
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.
Uses
It is used as Ayurvedic medicine for Anemia. Apart from anemia, lohasava is also used in the treatment of swelling, inflammation, liver and spleen conditions, itching, diabetes, gulma, ascites, piles, asthma, anorexia,cough, fistula, grahani and certain digestive diseases. Increase digestion quickly. Gradually improves pallor.
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Doctors also prescribe Lohasav for the treatment of
Blemishes, dark circles
Acne
Hair loss, excess hair fall, early grey hairs due to malnutrition.
Traditional uses of Lohasava:
Very useful to improve digestion strength and metabolism – Vahnikaram param
Useful medicine for anemia – Pandu
Useful in many inflammatory conditions – Shvayathu
Useful in abdominal tumors, distension – Gulma
Useful to relieve abdominal colic. – Jatara Ruja
Relieves pain and inflammation of piles – Arshas Ruja
Used extensively in treatment of many skin disorders – Kushta
Useful in splenomegaly – Pleeha
Useful in pruritis, itching – Kandu
Useful in cough, cold – Kasa
Useful in wheezing, asthma – Shvasa
Useful in fistula in ano – Bhagandhara
Useful in anorexia – Arochaka
Malabsorption syndrome, IBS – Grahani
Cardiac disorder, arrhythmia – Hrudroga
Side effects
Lohasava contains Iron.
In some people, it can cause constipation.
Accidental overdose in children below 6 may cause fatal poisoning symptoms. Lohasava should always be taken under medical supervision and preferably after food.
High dose in adults may cause gastritis and vomiting.
Ingredients
Shodhita Loha (Purified, herbal processed Iron) – 192 g
Shunti – Ginger – Rhizome – 192 g
Black pepper – Piper nigrum – Fruit – 192 g
Long pepper – Piper longum – Fruit – 192 g
Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) – Fruit rind – 192 g
Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellierica) – Fruit rind – 192 g
Amla – Indian Gooseberry – Emblica officinalis – Fruit – 192 g
Yavani (Trachyspermum ammi) – Fruit – 192 g
Vidanga (Embelia ribes) – Fruit – 192 g
Mustaka (Cyperus rotundus) – Rhizome – 192 g
Chitra – Eranda (Ricinus communis) – Root – 192 g
Dhataki (Woodfordia fruticosa) – Flower – 960 g
Honey – 3.072 kg
Jaggery – 4.8 kg
Water – 24.576 liters
Method of manufacturing
All the herbs are taken in coarse powder form. First, jaggery is mixed with water, dissolved and filtered for waste particles. It is added with rest of the ingredients, and kept for fermentation, in a clean air tight vessel. After fermentation completion, the contents are filtered and the obtained liquid is Lohasava.
Shloka- Sanskrit verse
Safe for kids?
It is safe to use this medicine in lower dose, in children above 5 years of age.
Accidental over-dosage in children may lead to sever side effects. Hence, must be avoided.
Pregnancy and lactation –
During pregnancy it is best to take only under medical supervision. Self medication during pregnancy should be avoided.
It can be taken during lactation period, under doctor’s advice, for a short period of time.
Manufacturers
Kerala Ayurveda Ltd., Zandu, Sandu, Dabur, Baidyanath, Arya Vaidya Sala, AVP, Nagarjuna – Lohaasavam
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.
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
97 thoughts on “Lohasava Uses, Dose, Side Effects and Ingredients”
is it reduce fat?or weight loss?
One tablespoon twice a day for about 2 – 3 months is good.
Diabetics and people with very sensitive stomach need to take care.
I am hypoglycemic/diabetic. Is it safe for me to take Lohasav and Ashwagandharishta?
Depends on your blood sugar levels and its control.
I m 2 month pregrant n anemic also it is safe for me
It is safe but you need your consulting doctor’s approval for starting with this medicine.
is lohasav save during pregnancy
Can you please explain why lohasav to b avoide duting pregnancy
Dear sir, I have written that, self medication during pregnancy should be avoided. If your doctor has prescribed it, then it can even be taken during pregnancy.
my doctor recommended 4 tbp of lohasav n 4 tbs of punarnava together, mixed with equal quatity of lukewarm water 15 min aftr mrning and evening meal….
is the quantity okay ? and not overdose?
Hi, the dose looks fine. Please go ahead with it.
Note that the dose suggested in my article or on the label is just an indication. The doctor’s decision is what matters the most.
Hi, I suggest you to change the brand. It is not usually seen with Lohasava.
Since one has to be careful with taking iron supplements, here are a few suggestions to improve iron:
Beet soup (it should show results within 3-4 weeks).
Juice of: beet, amla and spinach
Apple, or apple juice.
Dates are excellent for iron. Can be soaked in water (along with figs…), and boiled in milk in morning.
And leafy vegetables like spinach for sure.
I also read that Ashwagandha has iron – please verify this information though.
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How about side effects , is it okay to take before pregnancy and during pregnancy?
Dr. Which Ayurvedic medicine is usefull to gain weight ? i want to put on weight .
Dear Rohan, please read these tips- http://easyayurveda.com/2009/09/29/healthy-tips-to-put-on-weight-to-become-fat/
Hello Dr. how much i need to take reduce weight and how it would take
my doctor suggested mi to hav dis medicine to gain weight as am anemic and skinny..is he correct ?can dis be cured by lohasavam?
Hi, In Lohasavam, Loha means Iron. Hence it is useful in anemia. Your doctor is correct in prescribing this to you. Please go ahead.
how will it help in reducing weight and is there any other medicine I can take to reduce weight
Hi, Loha (Iron) used in this medicine helps to correct fat metabolism. (in Ayurvedic terms, correction of Medo Dhatu Agni). Also, Musta, Triphala, Vidanga, which are ingredients of this medicine are also widely used in many anti obesity Ayurveda products. So, it helps.
Whether it suits you or not? – There are good chances. But please consult your Ayurveda doctor in person.
Sir yesterday I purchased seconds bottle as directed by the po patanjli physician but the taste is very poor in taste than lost times purchased bottle so may I replace it back to shop
better to replace or discard.
10 years from the date of manufacture.is it currect dr?
My doctor prescribed me this 30ml 2 times a day. After 3 months , when I checked my Hb level reached 13. So I stopped it and after 20 days i again felt bad. When I checked Hb level it fall down to 7.6. What should I do? Should I take it again or take some other medicine
Hi, I do not recommend using one medicine life long. At the best, I would suggest you to continue for six months and then stop it.
Hi, it should have helped to improve Hb count. But it also depends on your disease. Please consult your doctor for further tests.
You can. It helps.
Use a bit more of turmeric in your diet.
Hi doctor, I m taking lohasav for last 2-3months as m anaemic and due to my periods delayed.. But last one week m facing problem of vomitings, whatever I eat it comes out immediately. I don’t know why. I have consult a Gernal physician nd told him about lohasav he advised me not to continue it, he said it might b a reason of kidney failure later on. I m scared of his statement. Pls guide me honestly about it.
The vomiting problem may not be directly related to Vomiting. It is such a shame that many allopathic doctors blindly declare that Ayurvedic medicines will cause kidney failure without knowing the facts. Lohasava does not cause kidney.
Read more about liver disorders here – http://easyayurveda.com/2015/05/12/liver-diseases-causes-symptoms-treatment-home-remedies/
I am confused my dctr recommended me to take 5 teaspoon of lohasava before brkfst and dinner with mahatiktam..i am suffrngbfrm pimples and its spots all ovr my face..it shud b tkn before meal or aftr..???as my dctr suggsted me to have before meal..waiting for your reply..
Hi, if your doctor has advised it before meals, he is right. Please go ahead and take it before meals only. No problem.
Lohasav praganancy me himoglobene kam ho to le sakte he?
Agar aapkadoctor ne prescribe kiya hai, to tabhi le sakte hai. Warna nahi.
My father had a massive attack and had a angioplasty done, his hemoglobin and RBC counts has been very low and high on WBC counts. We have done all tests and reports seems not to indicate any further sickness, but still he is anemic and Hb count is low. His age is 72, please advice can he take this lohasava, would it have any side effects as he his allopathy medicines are also on. Please advice or if you can help me with no of Ayurveda shala doctor to discuss further. I am based out of mumbai but can discuss over phone.
Hi, please consult a doctor directly.
Not a problem. It can be had before food as well. Please go ahead with your doctor’s advice.
No.
Hi. I consumed lohasava just for a day and im having low bp due to it. Please suggest
It does not cause low BP.
Hi.. sir i have problem of contact dermititis in my thumb n fingers.. pls suggest something. . Thnku..
Hi, my father had a creatinine level of 7.2.
Can my father take lohasava ?
Better to consult a doctor directly.
He has kidney disease that’s why his creatinine is high. Does he have low Iron because of it too ?
Hi iam 25 yrs male from Nagaland and I’m using lohasavam along with vitex syrup because of bad breath, the ayurveda advise me to use these products and I’m feeling very sleepy after using the products.
there are no such ingredients which make you drowsy in lohasava. please contact your Ayurveda doctor and get evaluated.
it is better to consult your doctor for the advice which should be according to your body condition.
My mother was prescribed with this medicine for her anemia and kidney disease. But seems like its making her drowsy and there is a sugar spike in her blood after taking this liquid. Please advice.
there is nothing in it which may cause drowsiness. if she is diabetic, then it is contraindicated for her. please consult your doctor and confirm once again.
lohasava supplements iron to our body, if at all the reason of vertigo is anemia then definitely it will get corrected
can u please tell me for dark circles reducing and my hair is very less volume i want to get volume more hair i started using Lohasava
there are lot more medicines like Nalpamaradi taila application etc.
lohasava is to be taken under medical supervision omly.
for hairs-you can use Bringamalakadi or neelibringadi tailam.
It’s help for weight gain
Sir, Lohasava is used as Ayurvedic medicine for Anemia.
Can Lohasava be used daily for menstrual disorders
Lohasava is given in Anaemia. You can use Ashokarishta for many diseases like Pain menstruation, heavy periods,helpful in short menstrual cycle and in heavy menstrual bleeding.
Note: Kindly consult a Ayurvedic physician before taking any over the counter medication.
Hi, Stop Ashokarishta and use only the first 2 for 2 months.
If it does not make any difference, please consult an Ayurveda doctor directly.
Hi, Abhayarishta is usually prescribed for 3 – 4 weeks, as it may counter the weight gain process. other medicines look fine.
Is it helpful for balckening hair??
LOHAMARITA and LOHASAVA is same or diffeent
Different.
LOHAMARITA and LOHASAVA is same or diffeent
What is the difference &uses
Hi,sorry I did not understand Lohamarita.
I Want to buy this product online.
plz send me link to email
Hi,
Is it adviced to take lohasavam & jalamanjari choornam together after mixing it well?
For weight loss & pallor?
I’m taking lohasava for gaining weight…. Is it helpful or not?? Which patanjli product can be use for gaining weight…
Lohasava is useful.
For further personal health advice, please consult an Ayurveda doctor directly.
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Hello dr… I’m taking lohasavs for gaining weight….Is it helpful or not ?? Which patnjli product can be helpful for gaining weight
Can used in kidney failure or with neeri kft or varunadi medicine also taken
Hello, would you know if the Kottakal Arya Vaidya Sala brand of Lohasava is good? I checked the ingredients list and it does not list dhataki. I don’t know if this is an issue in it’s effectiveness?
Thanks Dr… is Lohachurnam (in the Kottakal version) the same as the Shodhita Loha mentioned in this article?
No problem in taking them. Please continue with your doctor’s advice.
For about 2 months time.
Hi
I have anemia. I have been using lohasavam for 1 month, and my HB count is10.9 now, before it was 9.9….. I want to know if it is safe to continue having it for another month or two still my HB count reach up to normal.
Hi, Lohasava does not cause infertility. It does not affect reproduction system in a bad way.
Sir i have jaundice from last one month my billuribin was 8.9 and now it is 3.5 now it stop reducing from 10 days what to do sir
Dear doctor what is the difference between ayaskriti and lohasava? Which is more useful in weight loss?
Hi, both are similar. Ayaskriti is more useful in weight loss.
When I start to take lohasav i started facing constipation problem.. so how should I take it..I was taking lohasav 10 ml with 10 ml water after meals. My hemoglobin is 7
Sir, in winter my hand and foots become cold all time, even i wear shoes. Is Lohasav helpful for me ? suggest me how much quantity should i take ?
Sir,
Is lohavasa good for pcos? And to conceive?
Is lohasav safe in 8th month of pregnancy?
Can we take both lohasav and drakshasav after meal?
Dear Dr. Is it also good for hair loss?? I have other symptoms as very dry skin, weaknes, sudden neck lots of small wrinkles, hair fall.
Will it increase my fat or weight
No.
Hi, Lohasava is useful both to improve hb and digestion strength. Please go ahead – for 2 months.
Sir , I am having repeated boils slightly lower of my under arms. Heard that its because of impurity in blood. Is it safe to have lohasavam?
Sir, I am having repeated boils slightly lower to my under arms. Heard that its due to impure blood. Is it recommended to have lohasavam and dashamoolarishtam? Pls suggest. Thanks in advance.
CAN I GIVE THIS MEDICINE LOHASAVAM TO MY SON 7 YEAR OLD E BETA THALLASSEMIA…NEED BLOOD TRANSFUSION 4 TO 5 TOMES IN A YEAR…..IS THERE ANY CHANCES OF IRON OVER LODE BY THIS MEDICINE..PLS HELP ME
THANKING YOU
SUBRATA MAJUMDER
It can be useful.
Please consult a doctor directly for complete evaluation.
Is any side effects seen in Preganacy?
Why not given to infants?
Please specify the reason
It can be administered during pregnancy, under medical care.
It cannot be used in infants as it can cause severe burning sensation in infants.
As I have PCO so can I take this ????
Yes, if your doctor has prescribed it