Saptamrit Lauh
Saptamrit Lauh is a classical Ayurvedic herbo-mineral formulation.It chiefly aims at treating and managing all sorts of eye anomalies like conjunctivitis, immature cataract, dry eyes, eye irritation, vision impairment, computer vision syndrome and other underlying eye diseases.
Ingredients –
• Yashtimadhu (Mulethi) – Glycyrrhiza glabra
• Amla (Indian Gooseberry) – Emblica officinalis
• Bibhitaki (Behada) – Terminalia bellirica
• Haritaki (Harad) – Terminalia chebula
• Lauh Bhasma – Iron ash
Preparation Method –
• Dry and powder all the herbs separately.
• Mix equal proportion of the powdered herbs along with iron ash.
• Mix everything properly.
• Roll them up into tablet or gutika form.
• Store it in airtight amber-coloured bottles for future use.
Properties –
• Eyesprotector
• Antacid
• Carminative
• Antiemetic
• Detoxifying
• Demulcent
Dosage –
Adults –
1 gm, once or twice a day, along with ghee and honey, followed with luke warm milk or as specified by the ayurvedic doctor.
If this medicine is consumed just with water, it does not produce any effective therapeutic benefit in treating the diseases. 1 g mixture of the above five components should be mixed with 3 grams of ghee and 6 grams of honey. This is how the medicine should be taken every time to produce a synergic effect in treating and managing the different diseases.
Benefits –
• Prevent cataract maturation
Saptamrit Lauh when consumed along with Triphaladi Ghrita and Netra Sudarshan Ark is an effective remedy that not only reverses the changes in lens but also helps slow down the progress of cataract in later stages and gradually restores the natural vision.
• Night blindness
Night blindness, or nyctalopia, is a medical condition, where the eyes are unable to adapt to low-light conditions, such as at night time. Enriched with powerful herbs that uplift eye health, this lauh made of triphala powder and mulethi is extremely beneficial to treat night blindness.
• Computer vision syndrome
Owing to the presence of neuroprotective qualities of the bioactive components, saptamrit lauh is an ultimate remedy for all vision related problems. It not only relieves mental stress and strain but also relaxes the optic nerves and reduces eye strain and fatigue.
• Hair Health
It prevents the growth of lice and dandruff on the hair and scalp, stimulates blood circulation which in turn prevents hair fall and promotes the growth of new hair follicles. Regular use of this lauh improves hair texture, prevents premature greying, restores the natural hair colour, adds shine, and stimulates hair growth.
• Improves Digestion
Saptamrit Lauh offers a one-shot remedy for all digestive issues. The anti-flatulent property reduces the formation of gas in the alimentary canal, thus reducing flatulence, constipation, bloating and abdominal distension.
• Anaemia
As it has iron calx as one of ingredient, it is beneficial in treating all sorts of anaemia, low hemoglobin level.
Side Effects –
Over-dosage may cause side effects like burning sensation in stomach. Pregnant ladies, lactating mothers and children should take this medicine strictly under medical supervision.
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