Rajat Bhasma
Rajata Bhasma
Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 18:13 · from Rasataraṅgiṇī, Taraṅga 16: 2
Rajat Bhasma (Rajata Bhasma) is a classical Ayurvedic calcined metal or mineral preparation (Bhasma) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (18:13), which takes it from Rasataraṅgiṇī, Taraṅga 16: 2. It is made from 6 ingredients. The Formulary gives a dose of 125 mg, taken with citraka mūla kaṣāya, parpaṭaka kaṣāya, uśīra kaṣāya, brahmī rasa, honey. It contains processed metals or minerals and should be taken only under the supervision of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
Please note: The ingredients, their proportions and the uses of a classical formulation can differ depending on the Samhita, Nighantu or formulary a manufacturer follows. This page follows the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 18:13, which takes the formula from Rasataraṅgiṇī, Taraṅga 16: 2. A product you buy may follow a different text, so always read its label, and ask a Vaidya before use.
| Dosage form | Bhasma — calcined metal or mineral preparation |
|---|---|
| Formulary | Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 18:13 (e-book p. 621) |
| Classical source | Rasataraṅgiṇī, Taraṅga 16: 2 |
| Ingredients | 6 |
| Dose (AFI) | 125 mg |
| Anupāna | Citraka Mūla Kaṣāya, Parpaṭaka Kaṣāya, Uśīra Kaṣāya, Brahmī Rasa, Honey |
| Supervision | Only under a registered Ayurvedic physician |
What is a Bhasma?
A metal or mineral is first purified (śodhana), then repeatedly ground with herbal juices and heated (māraṇa) until it becomes a fine ash.
Materials used in purification and incineration of Rajat Bhasma
As listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 18:13. Plant-part codes follow the Formulary: Rt. root, Rz. rhizome, Fr. fruit, Lf. leaf, St. stem, St.Bk. stem bark, Ht.Wd. heartwood, Sd. seed, Pl. whole plant, P. pericarp, Exd. exudate.
| # | Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rajata - patra | 1 Part |
| 2 | Taila (Tila) (Ol.) | Q.S. for nirvapana |
| 3 | Takra | Q.S. for nirvapana |
| 4 | Kāñjika | Q.S. for nirvapana |
| 5 | Gomūtra | Q.S. for nirvapana |
| 6 | Kulattha- kaṣāya (Sd.) | Q.S. for nirvapana |
Preparation notes
Rajata Patras are heated and soaked in each of the drugs (No. 2 to 6) separately 3 times. Viśeṣa Śodhana (Rasataraṅgiṇī, Taraṅga 16: 6) 1. Rajata -śuddha 1 Part 2. Munitaru (Agastya) svarasa (Lf.) Q.S. for nirvapana Rajata Patras are heated and immersed in Munitaru (Agastya) Svarasa for 3 times. Māraṇa (A) (First method) (Rasataraṅgiṇī, Taraṅga 16 : 17-21) 1. Tāra (Rajata) 24 g 2. Raseśvara (Pārada) -śuddha 24 g 3. Nimbūka (Nimbū) - svarasa (Fr.) QS for mardana 4. Saugandhika (Gandhaka) - śuddha 24 g 5. Nata bhūṣaṇa (Haratāla) - śuddha 24 g An amalgam of Rajata Patra and Pārada With Nimbū Svarasa is prepared. The Nimbū is washed away with water. Equal part of Gandhaka is added and ground well, then Haratāla is added, and ground well. Small thin cakrikas are Māraṇa (B) (Second method) (Rasataraṅgiṇī, Taraṅga 16: 37-40) 1. Tāra patra kaṇa (Rajata) -śuddha 1 Part 2. Hiṅgula - śuddha 2 Parts 3. Nimbūka (nimbū) - svarasa Q.S. for mardana The Śodhita Hiṅgula (processed in Nimbū Svarasa) is to be washed with water and mixed particles of Rajata and ground well. This is to be kept in Ūrdhva Pātana Yantra and heated for 6 hours. When cooled the pot is opended, and In Mārana (a) three Puṭas a
From the Formulary. Classical medicines must be made by a licensed manufacturer; this is not a home recipe.
Indications listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India
These are the classical indications as the Formulary records them, with its English renderings, given for information. They are not a claim that Rajat Bhasma or any product prevents, treats or cures these conditions. Ask a Vaidya whether it suits you.
- Śoṣa — Cachexia
- Dhātu Kṣaya — Tissue wasting
- Prameha — Urinary disorders
- Madātyaya — Alcoholism
- Viṣa — Poison
- Jvara — Fever
- Pitta Roga — Disease due to Pitta doṣa
- Plīhā Roga — Splenic disease
- Buddhimāndya — Low intelligence
- Garbhāśaya Doṣa — Uterine disorder
- Apasmāra — Epilepsy
Dose and anupāna
Dose: 125 mg
Anupāna (the vehicle it is taken with): Citraka Mūla Kaṣāya, Parpaṭaka Kaṣāya, Uśīra Kaṣāya, Brahmī Rasa, Honey
The Formulary's dose is a general one. Your physician may advise a different dose for your age, constitution and condition.
Safety
- Contains metals or minerals processed by classical methods. Take only under the supervision of a registered Ayurvedic physician, in the dose and for the duration they advise.
- Not for use in pregnancy, while breastfeeding or in children unless a physician specifically advises it.
- Buy only from a licensed manufacturer that tests each batch for heavy metals.
- Tell your physician about every other medicine you take. Do not stop or change prescribed medication on your own.
If you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number or go to a hospital.
Common questions about Rajat Bhasma
What is Rajat Bhasma?
Rajat Bhasma (Rajata Bhasma) is a classical Ayurvedic calcined metal or mineral preparation (Bhasma) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (18:13), which takes it from Rasataraṅgiṇī, Taraṅga 16: 2. It is made from 6 ingredients. The Formulary gives a dose of 125 mg, taken with citraka mūla kaṣāya, parpaṭaka kaṣāya, uśīra kaṣāya, brahmī rasa, honey. It contains processed metals or minerals and should be taken only under the supervision of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
What are the ingredients of Rajat Bhasma?
According to the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 18:13, Rajat Bhasma contains 6 ingredients: Rajata - patra 1 Part, Taila, Takra, Kāñjika, Gomūtra, Kulattha- kaṣāya.
What is the dose of Rajat Bhasma?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 18:13 gives a dose of 125 mg, taken with citraka mūla kaṣāya, parpaṭaka kaṣāya, uśīra kaṣāya, brahmī rasa, honey. A physician may advise a different dose for your age, constitution and condition.
Which classical text is Rajat Bhasma from?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 18:13 takes the formula of Rajat Bhasma from Rasataraṅgiṇī, Taraṅga 16: 2.
Is Rajat Bhasma made the same way in every Ayurvedic text?
Not always. The ingredients, their proportions and the uses of a classical formulation can differ depending on the Samhita, Nighantu or formulary a manufacturer follows. This page follows the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 18:13. Always read the label of the product you use.
Is Rajat Bhasma sold on its own?
Prachyam Ayurveda does not sell Rajat Bhasma on its own. It is an ingredient of Maha Yograj Guggul and Nasht Pushpantak Rrasa.
Is Rajat Bhasma safe to take without a doctor?
No. Rajat Bhasma contains metals or minerals processed by classical methods. Take it only under the supervision of a registered Ayurvedic physician, in the prescribed dose and duration, and not in pregnancy or for children unless the physician advises it.
References
- The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I — monograph 18:13, RAJATA BHASMA, e-book p. 621. Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Rasataraṅgiṇī, Taraṅga 16: 2
The AFI lists this source as an acceptable variety.
