It is an excellent geriatric tonic manufactured by Muniyal Ayurveda Pharmaceuticals. It is useful in problems related to old age.
Uses, duration of use
Uses of Geriton Leha:
It is used in chronic respiratory problem, loss of appetite and constipation.
How long to use?
It can be used safely for a period of 1 – 2 months. For usage more than this period, you need doctor’s direct approval.
Dose
Dose: 1 table spoon twice daily.
With western medicines
Seek your doctor’s advice if you are taking this product along with other western (allopathic/modern) medicines. Some Ayurvedic herbs can interact with modern medicine.
If both Ayurvedic and allopathic medicines are advised together, then it is best to take allopathic medicine first, wait for 30 minutes and then, after a gap of 15 – 30 minutes, take Ayurvedic medicine or as directed by the physician.
Can this be used while taking Homeopathic medicine?
Yes. This product does not react with homeopathic medicine.
With supplements like multivitamin tablets, Omega 3 fatty acids etc?
Yes. Generally, this product goes well with most of the dietary supplements. However, if you are taking more than one product per day, please consult your doctor for an opinion.
Ingredients
Ingredients of Geriton Leha:
Kantakari (Solanum surattense)
Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)
Pippali (Piper longum)
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)
Abhraka bhasma – Calx of Silica
Mode of action
Mode of action:
Kantakari is a natural bronchodilator. It opens up the respiratory tract and eases breathing, useful in cases of asthma, bronchitis etc. Read more about Kantakari
Haritaki is a mild and safe laxative. It is a good anti aging herb, useful in old age. Read more about Harad.
Pippali relieves cough, cold, improves digestion, improves liver and spleen functions. Read more about long pepper
Ashwagandha strengthens muscles, bones and joints. It is a natural anti aging and anti oxidant herb. Read more about Ashwagandha
Abhraka Bhasma is used in many chronic respiratory disorders. It also possesses Rasayana properties. Read about Abhrak Bhasm.
Storage, side effects
Storage:
Store in a cool dry place.
Once opened use it within 2 months.
Side effects of Geriton Leha:
- It is to be taken with the prescription of a doctor.
- Otherwise no such side effects have been proven yet.
- Seek your doctor’s advice if you are diabetic. In diabetic patients, only if the blood sugar is under good control, then this medicine can be given.
Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
This article is written by Dr. Janardhana V Hebbar BAMS, MD (Ayu), PGDPSM, Managing Director, Easy Ayurveda Hospital.
It is reviewed by Dr. Raviganesh Mogra BAMS, MD (Ayu), Chief Medical Officer, Easy Ayurveda Hospital
