Maharasnadi Kashayam is a very famous Ayurvedic medicine in liquid form. It is also known as Rasnadi Kwath, kashaya, kwatha etc. It has potent anti inflammatory benefits.
Uses
Maharasnadi Kashayam benefits:
It is used in Vata disorders like Kampavata (Parkinson’s disease), hemiplegia, paraplegia, Neck pain, low back pain, rheumatoid arthritis, osteo arthritis, bloating disease, knee pain, hip pain.
It is also used in the treatment of infertility of both male and female.
Post viral fever, when the patient complains of body, muscle and joint pains
Bursitis,
Bursitis trochanterica,
Shoulder dislocation pain
Use of Maharasnadi Kashayam for Parkinson’s disease
Seminal defects, sperm defects – Shukramaya
Sexually transmitted disorders in men, Premature ejaculation,
Erectile dysfunction – Shukramaya
Female infertility – Vandhya Yoni
Male and infertility – Garbha Karana
Doctors also prescribe this for the treatment of Eczema, dermatitis.
Chikungunya arthritis, Viral arthritis, shoulder dislocation
Pain associated with diabetic foot ulcers, arthritis, bodyache
Dosage
Maharasnadi Kashayam dose:
The dose is 12 – 24 ml, before food, at about 6 – 7am and 6 – 7 pm or as directed by Ayurvedic doctor.
It is usually advised to add equal amount of water to the kashayam.
While administering, It is usually given along with a gram of ginger, long pepper, Ajowan or Castor oil.
Yogaraj guggulu is traditionally co prescribed along with this medicine.
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.
Pathya
Pathya, as indicated by Arya Vaidya Sala:
Avoid body movements, especially hard work and journeys. Bathe every 3rd or 4th day in water boiled with Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bala (Sida rhombifolia) or pepper leaves. Better use Dhanwantaram tailam for the head and Kuzhumpu for the body.Mutton soup may be taken according to digestion.
Side effects
Maharasnadi Kashaya Side Effects:
There are no known side effects with this medicine.
However it is best to use this product under medical supervision. Self medication with this medicine is discouraged.
One patient complained of “Pittha related problems like nausea, head spinning etc.” with a dose of 2 spoon, mixed with 4 spoon of water.
Contents
Maharasnadi Kashayam Ingredients:
Rasna – Pluchea lanceolata
Dhanvayasa – Alhagi pseudalhagi
Bala – Sida cordifolia
Erandamoola – root of castor
Devadaru – Cedrus deodara
Shati – Hedychium spicatum
Vacha – Acorus calamus
Vasa – Adhatoda vasica
Nagara – Ginger
Pathya – Terminalia chebula
Chavya – Piper chaba
Musta – Cyperus rotundus
Punarnava – Boerhaavia diffusa
Guduchi – Tinospora cordifolia
Vriddhadaru – Argyria speciosa
Shatapushpa – Anethum sowa
Gokshura – Tribulus terrestris
Ashwagandha – Withania somnifera
Prativisha – Aconitum heterophyllum
Kritamala – Cassia fistula
Shatavari – Asparagus racemosus
Krishna – Long pepper
Sahachara – Barleria prionitis
Kantakari – Solanum xanthocarpum
Dhanyaka – Coriander seed
Brihati – Solanum indicum
It is added with 8 parts of water, boiled and reduced to quarter part, filtered
Shloka, Sanskrit Verse
Reference
Sharangdhara Samhita Madhyamakhanda 2/89 – 95, Sahasrayogam.
Maharasnadi Kashayam tablet is the same medicine in tablet form. Its dose is 2 tablets 2 times a day after food.
Maharasnadi Kwatha churna is the herbal coarse powder of the above herbs.
Note: Rasnadi kashayam is different from Maharasnadi kashayam
Manufacturers:
Nagarjuna – Mahaaraasnaadi kashaayam, Mahaaraasnaadi kashaayam tablet
Proprietary Ayurvedic medicines with Mahanayarana taila as ingredient:
Flexofen Liniment – manufactured by Prakruti Pharmaceuticals. It is used in the treatment of musculo-skeletal disorders, arthritis, tendonitis etc.
Other indications
In Parkinson’s disease, Maharasnadi kaashayam is useful to reduce stiffness, reduce muscular pain and to some extent, to reduce tremors.
Usual dose is: 15 – 20 ml, mixed with equal quantity of water, once or twice a day, 30 minutes before food. Read related: Parkinson’s disease – Ayurvedic treatment
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. Raviganesh Mogra BAMS, MD (Ayu), Chief Medical Officer, Easy Ayurveda Hospital
40 thoughts on “Maharasnadi Kashayam Uses, Dose, Side Effects, Ingredients, Reference”
I am having burning sensation and stiffness in my entire back. My Auy doc has advised me for this for 5 days. Your thoughts on this..
Also I would like your thoughts on Vitamin D and Pain in body..
Hello dear please use the Balaguluchadi Kasyam Tablets
Dear Sirs,
Could U pl give me information how the
medicine (Maharasnadi kazhayam) works in your body. In which site this information is given? Osteoarthritis
can be cured by using this medicine?How long we hav to use this medicine ?
Any other miedicine is to be taken along with this? Kindly give a reply. Regards, Sukumaran
Hi, I have just explained it above. it takes around 2 – 3 months to treat osteo arthritis, but the dose may have to be reduced gradually. For associated medicines, consult a doctor directly.
Sir dose Maharasnadi Kashayam have any alleviating and rejuvenating effect on enlarged prostate and improving the strength of abdominal muscles(Hernia) and the whole body as well?
Especially for elderly persons?
Many thanks and regards for your enormous hard work and contribution.
Is it ok to take for Diabetes patients Sir.
Please reply.
Many Thanks and Regards.
Can be use during pregnancy
you can take these for about 6-8 weeks. then for further advice please consult your doctor.
it may take time to cure completely. but along with medicine strict rest is to be taken, lifting weights more than a kilo, stepping up ladder, bending, sleeping on irregular surface with pillow of more height are to be avoided.
Hi i have heel pain for last few months…whenever i walk too much i will get heel pain a lot. Thanks can u plz refer m any ayurvedic medicine.
you can apply pinda tailam for your heels and wear soft chappals.
Is Maharasnadi Kashayam and Maharsanadi Kwatha same or different.
Maharsanadi Kwatha is ionly in syrup form or Tab also,this syrup can be given to Diabetic patient also
Both are the same sir. And can be given to a diabetic patient too.
Hi, this medicine might not be suitable for you. Please consult an Ayurveda doctor directly.
Sir dosage for Parkinson’s disease ? Is it safe for kidneys?
Hi,
In Parkinson’s disease, Maharasnadi kaashayam is useful to reduce stiffness, reduce muscular pain and to some extent, to reduce tremors.
Usual dose is: 15 – 20 ml, mixed with equal quantity of water, once or twice a day, 30 minutes before food.
It is safe for kidneys.
It is also useful for the treatment of obesity.
My doctor has asked me to take 2 tablets twice a day before food.is it ok to take on empty somach in the morning.i take thyronorm 75mcg in the morning.please advise.
Thanks.
sir do this work in post chikunguniya symptoms like khee pain ,foot pain ??
It is difficult to tell without direct examination.
It is worth trying Ayurvedic treatment in a local Ayurveda center with panchakarma therapy, for at least 1 month time, before opting for surgery.
Sir, can this be taken simultaneously with Vitex dosage 800mg per day? Is it safe or any health hazards?
It is usually not indicated in skin disorders.
FOR WHICH PURPOSE dhanadarasnadi kshayam CAN BE USE FOR SIR?
For neurological disorders and pain and arthritis related problems
Does maharasnadi kashayam help in weight loss & reducing melisma spots.
Respected sir,
My mother had joint pain and muscle weakness in her right hand after her stroke recovery.
Problem with fine movement skills as well.
Ayurvedic doctor advised to take maharasnadi tablets twice a day (2 tablets).
Does it cure?
I also have a small doubt regarding my brother. His nadi said vata pitta prakriti. Has circulation problems, muscle aches, tingling, headaches, itching dry skin. He was advised tab pirant by maharshi ayurveda for bone ,joint muscle strength, Cervilon tab, kukkutandatwak bhasma tab. My friend who is ayurvedic praticioner advised to add gandha taila to this combo. is it good sir ?
When there is cervilon, there is no need of gandha taila capsule.
So, Cervilon tab, kukkutandatwak bhasma tab are enough.
Sir , is it useful for infertility cases..?
No.
Sir but in benefits of maharasnadi There mentioned About female male infertilty?
Dear Dr.Hebbar, i have been recommended maharasnadi tablets for my ezcema, morning before food 2 tablets daily.
will the tablet has any action for my disease?
Regards,
Rathesh
Sir Iam facing dust allergy and sinusitis, bronchitis from last one year. When iam using antibiotic it was normal, but when i visit any plces again dust allergy and cough came. Some times i felt tingling in my body. After using many allopathy tabs igot neck, shoulder muscle weakness and pain. Iam using now triphala rasayana. Kindly Give me any medicine for all my problems.
Hi, I have pain in my joints all the time. .I got my blood tests done, My doctor says l am deficit in Iron, and also told me about auto immune disorder. I don’t have it right now but l am on edge of it with which he can say l am prone to rhemutoid arthritis . Should I take this medicine ?
You can take it.
can we take non veg along with this rasanadhi kashayam
Yes
Sir can this also be used to treat coccydynia and pain in adjoining areas of coccyx/tailbone?
Yes.