Vata Gajankush Ras

Reference - Ras saar sangrah

Abstract

Ayurveda is an ancient science of medicine. It gives us holistic healing through herbs and herbal formulations. In present times, the prevalence of all diseases is increasing. As per studies almost everyone is having some kind of pain and discomfort. Right? So Ayurveda introduces a wonderful herbomineral formulation for management of pain and discomfort and it is Vat gajankush ras. Let's see the tremendous health benefits of this formulation in detail.

Introduction

Vat Gajankush Ras is a classical herbo-mineral preparation in tablet form prepared by following classical text. It is mainly useful in neuromuscular disorders. It primarily pacifies vata and kapha dosha. This formulation alleviates sciatica, paralysis, thigh muscle, stiffness, bursitis, shoulder dislocation pain etc.

Classical Indication

Vata Vyadhi

Ingredients

1. Shuddha Parad (Purified and processed Mercury)
2. Loha Bhasma (Calx of Iron)
3. Makshika Bhasma (Calx of Copper and Iron Pyrite)
4. Shuddha Gandhaka (Purified and processed Sulphur)
5. Shuddha Haratala (Purified Orpiment (Arsenic trisulphide)
6. Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)
7. Shrungi (Citrullus colocynthis)
8. Visha (Aconitum ferox)
9. Black pepper (Piper nigrum)
10. Long pepper (Piper longum)
11. Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
12. Agnimantha (Premna corymbosa)
13. Tankan Bhasma (Borax)
14. Juice extract of Mundi (sphaeranthus indicus)
15. Juice extract of Nirgundi (Vitex negundo)

Description Of The Ingredients

1. Shuddha parad (Purified and processed Mercury) - Mercury is considered as rasayan (rejuvenating) in ayurveda. It helps in purification of blood and aids in managing various skin diseases. It possesses antiglycemic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant properties and balances all the three doshas.
2. Loha Bhasma (Calx of Iron) - Loha is an ayurvedic hematinic agent. It helps in increasing hemoglobin and manages jaundice, anemia etc. This formulation is very good for reducing breathlessness as it increases the oxygen binding capacity of the blood and maintains the oxygen saturation level.
3. Makshika Bhasma (Calx of Copper and Iron Pyrite) - It has sweet, bitter, aphrodisiac, anti-aging and various other properties. Thus it is used in prevention of Pandu (anemia), Anidra (insomnia), mandagni (poor digestion), apasmara (convulsions) etc.
4. Shuddha Gandhaka (Purified and processed Sulphur) - Gandhak is classically indicated in all types of skin diseases due to its antiviral, antimicrobial, antibacterial and antiinflammatory properties. It alleviates scabies, psoriasis, eczema, itching etc.
5. Shuddha Haratala (Purified Orpiment (Arsenic trisulphide) - It mainly balances kapha and pitta dosha. It has pungent, unctuous, astringent properties and is hot in potency. So beneficial in managing iching, skin diseases, cough, cold, bronchitis, asthma, syphilis, sinus, boils etc.
6. Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) - It is one of the three fruits of triphala. It balances all the three dosha but mainly pacifies vata dosha. It supports digestion and promotes good health. It aids in managing pain, high cholesterol, high blood sugar and many other diseases.
7. Shrungi (Citrullus colocynthis) - It is also known as Gurmar. This herb is very useful in diabetes and prevents our body from recurrent infections due to its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and anti-microbial properties.
8. Visha (Aconitum ferox) - This is also known as vatsanabha. If taken in proper quantity, it is used in managing numerous health ailments like indigestion, pain, and decreased appetite due to its deepana and pachana properties.
9. Black pepper (Piper nigrum) - It balances kapha and vata dosha. As per ayurvedic texts it is considered under deepneeya (digestive stimulant), Shoola prasshaman (analgesic), Krimi Ghana (deworming) gana. It has antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
10. Long pepper (Piper longum) - It is an aromatic climber. It is known as pippali in ayurveda. It has laghu (light), teekshan (sharp) and ushna veerya (hot potency). Pippali mainly pacifies kapha and vata dosha.
11. Ginger (Zingiber officinale) - Ginger has guru (heavy), rooksha (dry), teekshan guna (sharp properties) and ushna veerya (hot potency). It normalises kapha and vata dosha in the body.
12. Agnimantha (Premna corymbosa) - This herb is classified under dashmool. It has katu (pungent), tikta (bitter), kshaya (astringent) and madhur rasa (sweet taste). IT mainly balances vata and kapha dosha. It is classically used to manage anemia.
13. Tankan Bhasma (Borax) - It has a pungent taste and hot potency. It aids in inducing menstruation in patients suffering from amenorrhea and oligomenorrhea. It improves digestion and promotes healthy digestion.
14. Juice extract of Mundi (Sphaeranthus indicus) - It is useful in vataj disorders. It assists in managing nervous disorders like epilepsy, paralysis, facial paralysis, tetanus, etc. It possesses vermicidal properties and is beneficial in managing skin diseases.
15. Juice extract of Nirgundi (Vitex negundo) - It balances vata dosha mainly from all the three dosha.It has hot potency, and anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antioxidant properties. Thus, it is very helpful in managing inflammation, pain, burning sensation etc.

Method Of Preparation

• Do ticturation of ras sindoor in the karal yantra and then add all the bhasma and shuddha dravya in it and do ticturation again.
• Now add kashthaushadi powder (Herbal powders) in the mixture.
• Give 1-1 bhavna of each Mundi swarasa and nirgundi patra swarasa.
• Prepare tablets of 2-2 raati (Each 250mg) and store it in an airtight container.

Indications

1. Arthritis
2. Torticollis
3. Thigh muscle stiffness
4. Cramps
5. Spondylosis
6. Paralysis
7. Sciatica

Medicinal Properties

• It helps in nourishing neurons and regains muscle strength. This formulation also increases the transmission of impulses conducted by neurons. They stimulate the release of neurotransmitters and maintain good nervous health.
• This formulation possesses anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, neuroprotective, pain relieving , cell detoxifying and antioxidant properties thus useful in managing a number of health ailments. 
• It reduces pain from the body, Strengthens the bones and joints,  Pacifies vata and kapha dosha, Alleviates stiffness of muscles and  Sustains good locomotion.
• As per classical texts, if we take this formulation for 1 week then it eradicates sciatica and other various dangerous disorders from its root cause.  

Dosage

125- 250 mg with plain water after meals or as directed by the physician.

Contraindications

1. Avoided in lactation and pregnancy
2. Keep away from children.
3. Store it in a cool and dry place
4. can be taken under experts supervision

Conclusion

At last we can say the above-mentioned herbal formulations are safe and are prepared using ancient time-tested formulas. It is a very effective herbal remedy for vata disorders as it contains analgesic properties. So Instead of taking Analgesics full of adverse effects, you can choose a safe herbal formulation for your pain without any side effects. For more queries you can consult online on herbalremedies123@yahoo.com.