Mansyadi Kashay is an Ayurvedic medicine in decoction form, manufactured by Nagarjun Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. It is used in the treatment of hysteria, insomnia, anxiety etc.
Ingredients
Ingredients of Mansyadi Kashay
Spikenard – Jatamansi – Nardostachys jatamansi – It is a famous Ayurvedic herb used in neuro-psychiatric diseases.
Indian ginseng – Ashwagandha – Withania somnifera – It is used in the treatment of anxiety, depression, insomnia, chronic fatigue syndrome, numbness, sleep disorders.
Henbane – Khurasani Ajawayan – Hyoscyamus niger – It soothes nerves, used in neuralgia. Because of its narcotic effect, it is used to induce sleep, relieves pain.
Indications
Indications of Mansyadi Kashay
Hysteria
Insomnia
Depression
Anxiety
Convulsions
Brain storm
Dose
Dosage of Mansyadi Kashay
10 to 30 ml of decoction twice 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.
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.
Diet to follow
Ghee, coconut oil, Sunflower seed, almond, taro root, flaxseed oil, soya bean, pistachio,
Broccoli, carrots, chard, nuts, papaya, pumpkin, red peppers
Flax seeds, walnut, tofu, brussel sprout, cauliflower, winter squash, fish oil, egg oil, krill oil, chia seeds, camelia are fine to take.
There are no diet restrictions. Please avoid all types of junk foods and Sodas. Please prefer homemade food wherever possible.
Side effects, shelf life
Side effects of Mansyadi Kashaya
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, lactation period and in children.
Shelf life:
3 years from the manufacturing date.
Reference, manufacturer and package
Reference:
Ayurved Saar Sangrah
Manufacturer:
Nagarjun Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Package:
200 ml
With Homeopathy and western medicine
Can this be used while taking Homeopathic medicine?
Yes. This product does not react with homeopathic medicine.
Can this medicine be continued while taking 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.
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 take the Ayurvedic medicine.
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
