Amrita Bindu Uses, Dose, Ingredients, Side Effects

Amrita Bindu is a proprietary Ayurvedic medicine manufactured by Shankar Pharmacy. It is a natural protection for gas troubles, indigestion, weak digestion and hyperacidity.  

Amrita Bindu treats stomach related problems. It is useful in acidity, chest burn, gas trouble, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia, stomach bloating, belching, flatulence 

Ingredients

Ingredients of Amrita Bindu:

• Shunti [Zingiber officinale] – 3.7 g – ginger
• Pippali [Piper longum] – 3.7 g
• Nimba [Azadirachta indica] – 3.7 g
• Apamarga [Achyranthus aspera] – 3.7 g
• Ela [Elettaria cardamomum] – 3.7 g
• Twak [Cinnamomum zeylanicum] – 3.7 g
• Maricha [Piper nigrum] –3.7 g – Black pepper has not got its well deserving credit. It certainly is not just another spice. It removes toxins conditions, heals, stimulates organs. It is also used as antidote in insect bites. It is one among the three ingredients of very important Ayurvedic medicine – Trikatu.
• Aragwadha [Cassia fistula] –3.7 g – Aragvadha is an ancient Indian herb, widely used in the treatment of skin diseases and in constipation. Its botanical name is Cassia fistula and it belongs to Caesalpinioideae family. It is a tree that grows up to 25 – 30 feet.
• Ashwagandha [Withania somnifera] – 3.7 g
• Ajamoda [Apium graveolens] – 3.7 g
• Shatavari [Asperagus racemosus] – 3.7 g
• Karkatashringi [Pistacia integerrima] – 3.7 g
• Kupilu [Strychnos nuxvomica] – 3.7 g
• Sugar – 30 mg
• Navasara sudhi – 50 mg
• Chapala – Long pepper 10 mg
• Karpoora [Cinamomum camphora] – 100 mg
• Madhu [Honey] – 10 ml

Uses, direction for use

Indication of Amrita Bindu:

• Hyperacidity, bloating
• Gas trouble
• Indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome
• Vomiting
• Acidity, gastric problems, gastritis, acid peptic disorders.
• Gastroenteritis, gas problem, burping, belching, flatulence, IBS without intestinal bleeding

Direction for use of Amrita Bindu:
Take 2 ml of Amrita Bindu with 30 ml of boiled & cooled water 3 times daily after food.

How long to continue?
It can be continued for a period of 4 – 8 weeks time, based on your doctor’s advice.

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.

Diet rules

Pathya:- Potatoes, spicy food, alcohol, chicken, eggs etc. are to be avoided. Also reduce coffee, tea & smoking and bakery foods prepared using yeast.

Frequently asked question

Can Amritabindu be used along with other English medicines such as sleeping pills?
Yes, it can be used along with English medicines.

Can Amrita Bindu cure gastric ulcer or duodenal ulcer, completely?
It can reduce symptoms. But a complete cure cannot be promised.

Can it be consumed while planning for pregnancy?
It can be administered while planning for pregnancy. But once after pregnancy is confirmed, please consult your doctor and follow the advice accordingly.

Side effects, package

Side effects of Amrita Bindu:
Many patients have complained to get black stools after taking this. As per the manufacturer, it is expected and normal. If you still get doubts regarding this, please consult a doctor directly.
Some patients will feel burning sensation, hard stools and pain while taking Amrita Bindu, this is a sign of healing. In such case you can reduce the dose of medication to half, but should not be stopped. The medicine should be taken 2 months continuously, based on doctor’s advice.
If you are feeling tired while taking the medicine, take lime juice with sugar or tender coconut.
Store in a cool dry place, in an air tight container.
Keep out of reach and sight of children.
This is not an ideal medicine for diabetic patients.
Some patients have complained chest tightness
People with Crohn’s disease should seek medical condition.

Presentation & Package:
Bottle of 120 ml.

During pregnancy

It contains few borderline-safe herbs such as Apamarga. Hence, please consult a doctor before taking it during pregnancy. It can be taken by person who is planning for pregnancy.

One can take non vegetarian food while taking this medicine.
This medicine is not useful to lose weight, low back ache
It can be taken along with any other Ayurvedic medicine that your doctor might have prescribed.
People with diabetes can take this.
Alcohol can worsen gastritis. Hence, it is best to avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.
Any medicine is not good to take for a long period of more than 3 – 4 months, including Amrita Bindu.