Aikout tablet is useful in treating high levels of ESR, Rheumatic factor and ‘C’-reactive protein. It is a proprietary Ayurvedic medicine manufactured by Bipha Drugs Laboratories, Kottayam. It is made with extract of Sallaki – Salai Guggul.
Uses
Uses of Aikout Tablet:
- Nature’s non-stoppable anti-inflammatory drug.
- The ingredients Boswellia inhibits the production of certain inflammatory chemicals leucotrienes.
- Aikout tablets reduces the level of ESR, Rheumatic factor and C-reactive protein with consistent use over a period of 6 months.
- Scavenging the free radicals (anti-oxidants), which help in preventing damage to the joint tissue.
- Supports joint, useful in rheumatoid arthritis, osteo arthritis, gout, myalgia, muscle cramps and spasms and even in headache.
- Post viral fever, when the patient complains of body, muscle and joint pains
Bursitis, - Bursitis trochanterica,
- Shoulder dislocation pain
Ingredients
Ingredients of Aikout Tablets:
Extract of Boswellia saratta- Shallaki equivalent to 500 mg of Boswellia saratta powder.
Dose
Dose of Aikout Tablets:
1-2 tablets twice daily with meals.
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.
Package, side effects
Presentation & Storage:
- Bottle of 60 tablets.
- Should be stored in a cool and dry place.
- Keep out of reach and sight of children.
Probable side effects:
Sallaki extract can cause gastric irritation. Hence, people with sensitive stomach or gastritis find it difficult to take the capsule.
Such people can take it just 5 minutes after food to lessen the gastric irritation.
Shallaki capsule can be taken during lactation and in children. Seek medical guidance for its use during pregnancy.
Read more about Sallaki – Salai guggul
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
