Digit Capsule is a proprietary Ayurvedic medicine manufactured by Vasu Health Care Pharmaceuticals. It is an anti-hypertensive drug, used in high BP and anxiety.
Indications
Indication of Digit Capsule:
Anxiety
Stress, Angry episodes
Hypertension
Cardiac weakness
High BP
Read related: Hypertension: Causes, Types, Symptoms, Ayurvedic Treatment
Dose
Dosage of Digit Capsule:
Adults – 1 capsule twice or thrice a day, or as directed by the physician.
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.
How long to use?
This product can be used for a period of 2 – 3 months of time, based on your doctor’s advice.
Contents
Ingredients of Digit Capsule:
Each capsule contains –
Jyothishmati – Celastrus paniculatus – 90 %
Lasunataila – Allium sativum – 20 % – Garlic oil – useful in lowering cholesterol and to reduce blood pressure
Erandataila – Ricinus communis – 9.80 % – Castor oil
Processed in –
Arjuna – Terminalia arjuna – a very good cardiac tonic and reduces blood pressure.
Sarpagandha – Rauwolfia serpentina – black snakeroot is one of the very important Ayurvedic herbs. It is used in treating high BP, lack of sleep (insomnia) etc.
Side effects
Side effects of Digit Capsule:
There are no known side effects with this medicine.
Over dosage may cause lowered blood sugar level.
However, it is best to use this medicine under medical supervision.
Store in a cool dry place, away from sunlight.
Keep out of reach and sight of children.
Seek your doctor’s advice for its usage during pregnancy.
This product can be safely used during lactation period and in children for a limited period of few weeks time.
Package,manufacturer and Shelf life
Presentation & Package:
Blister pack of 10 capsules.
Manufactured By: Vasu HealthCare Pharmaceuticals.
Shelf life: 3 years from the date of manufacturing.
Habit forming
Is
this medicine habit forming? Does it create dependence? Can we stop it after a
few months of usage?
This
medicine is not habit forming. After using for the prescribed period, your
doctor would gradually decrease the dose and eventually stop it. Follow your
doctor’s instructions for gradual decrease of dose and stopping. Usually it
does not cause any ill effects.
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
