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Ojus Syrup: Uses, Ingredients, Dose, Side Effects

Ojus Syrup is a proprietary Ayurvedic medicine manufactured by Charak Pharma Pvt. Ltd. It is a complete digestive aid. It improves digestion naturally and improves dyspepsia through its effect on secretion of digestive enzymes and motility of gastro-intestinal tract.

Benefits of Ojus Syrup

Fast relief from symptoms of belching, bloating and indigestion within 15 minutes of its consumption.
No known contra-indication unlike antacids and anti-flatulents.
Stimulates body’s natural supply of digestive enzymes.
Free from sodium & chalky taste.
Safe as it can be taken even for a long period of time to ensure long lasting effect.
Non-habit forming.

Indications

Hyperacidity
Symptoms of dyspepsia, indigestion, flatulence, heartburn.
IBS -irritable bowel syndrome
Constipation
Functional dyspepsia or non-ulcer dyspepsia.
Nausea, vomiting associated with dyspepsia.
Early satiety.
Bloating or abdominal discomfort.

Dosage

1 – 2 tsp 2 – 3 times a day,
or as directed by the physician.

How long to use?
This product can be used for a period of 2 – 3 months of time, based on your doctor’s advice. 

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

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.

Do’s, Don’ts

Do’s

Consumption of milk & buttermilk is recommended.
Consumption of orange juice, ripe bananas and dried grapes is recommended.
Vegetarian food is recommended.
Consumption of mung, honey, ghee, butter in a balanced quantity is advised.
Morning yoga & evening walk is recommended.

Don’ts

Avoid fried, oily & spicy food.
Avoid smoking, tobacco chewing and alcohol.
Reduce physical and mental stress.
Avoid irregular food habits.

Ingredients

Draksha – Raisin – Vitis vinifera –  200 mg
Shatavari – Asparagus racemosus – 200 mg – Because of its bitter principles and coolant properties, it is very useful in treating gastritis.
Amalaki – Gooseberry – Emblica officinalis – 100 mg – It relieves constipated bowels.
Ashwagandha – Indian ginseng – Withania somnifera – 100 mg
Bringaraja – False daisy – Eclipta alba – 50 mg – Useful in indigestion, relieves Ama.
Haritaki – Chebulic myrobalan – Terminalia chebula – 50 mg – It promotes bowel movement.
Vidarikanda – Ipomea digitata – 50 mg – It improves strength and immunity.
Jeeraka – Cumin – Cuminum cyminum – 50 mg – It improves digestion strength and taste.
Shunti – Ginger – Zingiber officinale – 50 mg
Pippalimoola – Long pepper root – Piper longum – 35 mg – It causes purgation and relieves bloating.
Chitraka – Leadwort – Plumbago zeylanica – 25 mg – It improves digestion strength.
Ajamoda – Ptychotis ajowan – 25 mg – Useful in abdominal colic pain, bloating.
Yastimadhu – Licorice – Glycyrrhiza glabra – 20 mg – It improves strength and immunity.
Maricha – Black pepper – Piper nigrum – 20 mg
Pippali – Long pepper – Piper longum – 20 mg – It improves taste and digestion strength.
Tamalapatra – Cinnamomum tamala – 15 mg – It has anti-ulcer activity.
Twak – Cinnamon – Cinnamomum zeylanicum – 7 mg
Lavanga – Clove – Syzygium aromaticum – 3 mg
Ela – Cardamom – Elettaria cardamomum – 3 mg – It has anti-ulcer and liver protecting activities.
Loha bhasma – Iron calx – 2 mg
Flavored syrupy base – q.s.

Side effects of Ojus Syrup

There are no known side effects with this medicine.
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.
Seek your doctor’s advice if you are diabetic. In diabetic patients, only if the blood sugar is under good control, then this medicine can be given. 

Package, Manufacturer, Shelf life

Presentation & Package:Bottle of 200 ml.

Manufactured By:  Charak Pharma Pvt. Ltd.

Shelf life: 3 years from the date of manufacturing.

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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