Kaharwa Pishti is an Ayurvedic medicine, prepared from amber. It is used in Ayurvedic treatment of menorrhagia, metrorrhagia, diarrhoea etc. This medicine should only be taken strictly under medical supervision. This is also called as Trinakantamani pishti.
Benefits
It is used in the treatment of diarrhoea, metrorrhagia, menorrhagia, bleeding hemorrhoids, ulcerative colitis, fever, anorexia.
Effect on Tridosha – Balances Pitta and Rakta
Dosage
125 mg – 250 mg once or twice a day before or after food or as directed by Ayurvedic doctor.
It is traditionally administered along with cold water, honey etc.
It is also widely used in Unani system of medicine.
It is used as an ingredient of a Himalaya herbal healthcare product – Styplon Tablet
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
- This medicine should only be taken under strict medical supervision.
- Self medication with this medicine may prove to be dangerous.
- It is to be avoided in children and pregnant and lactating mothers.
- Over-dosage may cause many severe headache.
- Take this medicine in precise dose and for limited period of time, as advised by doctor.
- Keep out of reach and sight of children. Store in a dry cool place.
Ingredients
Trinakanta Mani (Kaharwa / Amber) – 10 g
Rose water – quantity sufficient.
The kaharva is taken, pounded to powder form. It is thoroughly ground with rose water for 3 – 4 days to obtain Pishti.
Reference
Rasatantrasara, Siddhaprayoga sangraha, Bhasma Prakarana 33. AFI, Vol. 1
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
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Can we take it with honey?
Yes you should take it with honey.