Raja Mrigank Ras is an Ayurvedic medicine in tablet or powder form. It is used in the treatment of tuberculosis, emaciation, chronic respiratory diseases etc. This medicine should only be taken under strict medical supervision.
Uses
It is used in the treatment of pthisis, tuberculosis, emaciation, chronic bronchitis.
Effect on Tridosha – Balances Vata and Kapha.
Dosage
25o mg once or twice a day, before or after food or as directed by Ayurvedic doctor. It is traditionally administered along with 10 long pepper fruit and honey, pepper, ghee.
How long to use: It can be used upto 1 – 2 months based on doctor’s prescription.
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
There are no recorded side effects with this medicine.
It should be taken under strict medical supervision. Take this medicine only if your Ayurveda doctor has prescribed it to you.
Store in a cool dry place, in an air tight container, away from direct sunlight.
Use this medicine only till the prescribed time and in the prescribed dose only.
Seek your doctor’s advice for its usage during pregnancy, lactation and in children.
Keep out of reach and sight of children.
Contents
Raja Mriganka Rasa ingredients, how to make:
Rasabhasma – Rasasindhura – A compound of Purified Mercury and Sulphur – 30 g
Swarna Bhasma – Bhasma of Gold – 10 g
Rajata Bhasma – Bhasma of Silver – 10 g
Manashila – Purified and processed Realgar (Arsenic di sulphide) – 20 g
Shuddha Gandhaka – Herbal purified Sulphur – 20 g
Shuddha Haratala – Purified and processed Orpiment (Arsenic tri sulphide) – 20 g
Varata Bhasma – Bhasma (Calx) of Cowries – 10 g
Tankana Bhasma – Borax – 10 g
The first six ingredients are mixed, filled in cowries, sealed with goat milk. It is further heated in closed container in 800 – 900 degree celsius for 5 – 6 hours, opened, and whole mass is powdered.
Reference
Rasendra Sara Sangraha Yakshma Chikitsa 3 -7, 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
