Chandrakala Ras – Benefits, Usage, Indications and Dosage

Introduction

Chandrakala Ras is an herbal formulation in the form of a tablet. It consists of herbal and mineral components, so, it should be strictly used under medical supervision. It is used in treating diabetes and the complications it causes like neuropathy.

Ingredients

  • Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum)
  • Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora)
  • Amla (Emblica officinalis)
  • Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans)
  • Silk cotton tree (Bombax malabaricum)
  • Purified and processed mercury
  • Tin Bhasma
  • Iron Bhasma
  • Tinospora (Tinospora cordifolia)
  • Honey

Method of Preparation

Clean and crush all the ingredients to a fine powder except Tinospora cordifolia. Make a decoction of Tinospora and Bombax malabaricum mixed with honey. Triturate the powders in this concoction and make pills from it.

Dosage

1 – 2 tablets after meals twice daily with Cow Milk.

Indications

  • Hematuria
  • Hemoptysis
  • Dysuria
  • Hemorrhages
  • Menorrhagia
  • Leucorrhea
  • Burning sensation on palms and soles
  • Burning sensation during micturition

Contraindications

  • Over dosage might alter control of blood sugar levels.
  • This medicine should only be taken under strict medical supervision.
  • Avoid consumption of this medicine during pregnancy.
  • Self-medication is not encouraged.