Stanyajanana Rasayanam – Benefits, Usage, Indications and Dosage

Reference: Ashtanga Hridayam

Introduction

Stanyajanana Rasayanam is a very potent herbal formulation for post natal care. It aids in lactation and also provides strength.

Ingredients

  • Rice
  • Indian costus root (Saussurea lappa)
  • Wild sugarcane (Saccharum spontaneum)
  • Shashtika (Rice variety)
  • Nut grass (Cyperus rotundus)
  • Sugar
  • Mahuwa (Madhuca longifolia)
  • Indian sarsaparilla (Hemidesmus indicus)
  • Cumin (Cuminum cyminum)
  • Coriander (Coriandrum sativum)
  • Vetiver (Vetiveria zizaniodis)
  • Devil’s grass (Cynodon dactylon)
  • Hygrophila (Asteracantha longifolia)
  • Sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum)
  • Elkara (Oncidopsis Elkara)
  • Madhukapushpa (Madhuca longifolia)
  • Shyonaka (Oroxylum indicum)
  • Trijata (Cinnamon, Cardamom and Cinnamomum tamala)
  • Dhatri (Phyllanthus emblica)
  • Long pepper (Piper longum)
  • Padmaka (Prunus puddum)
  • Ghee

Dosage

3 to 6 grams twice a day after meals with lukewarm water or milk.

Indications

  • Post natal care
  • Escalates breast milk production
  • Enhances strength
  • Boosts immunity

Contraindications

Over dosage might lead to gastric irritation.