Sutshekhar (60 Tab) - Ayurved Rasashala
Sutshekhar (also spelled Sootshekhar or Sutshekhar Ras) is a name commonly used in the context of an Ayurvedic medicine available in tablet or powder form. It is a herbo-mineral preparation containing herbs and Bhasma (calcined purified metals) prepared according to Ayurvedic protocols
Benefits and uses
- Digestive Issues: Sutshekhar Ras is primarily known for its benefits in addressing various digestive problems, including dyspepsia (indigestion), gastritis, hyperacidity, acid reflux, heartburn, vomiting, abdominal pain, stomach bloating, and flatulence. It works by balancing the Pitta dosha, which is believed to be responsible for digestive fire in Ayurveda.
- Respiratory Issues: It can also be helpful for cough (specifically vata and pitta types) and cold.
- Other Conditions: Sutshekhar Ras is used for a wider range of conditions, including diarrhea, dysentery, headaches, migraines, motion sickness, chronic hiccups, restlessness, insomnia, and hepatitis (types B and C).
Key ingredients
Common ingredients in Sutshekhar Ras formulations include:
- Shuddha Parad (purified mercury)
- Shuddha Gandhak (purified sulfur)
- Shankh Bhasma (conch shell ash)
- Dalchini (Cinnamon)
- Pippali (long pepper)
- Kali Mirch (black pepper)
- Shuddha Vatsanabha (Indian aconite)
- Shuddha Datura Seed
- Elaichi (cardamom)
- Nagkesar (Mesua ferrea)
- Tejpata (Indian bay leaf)