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Swarna Bhasma Benefits, Dosage, Ingredients, Side Effects, Preparation

Swarna Bhasma is prepared from Gold. It is used in Ayurvedic treatment of infertility, asthma, tissue wasting, poisoning etc. This medicine should only be taken strictly under medical supervision.

Uses

  • It is a natural aphrodisiac, cardiac tonic, immune booster and heavy to digest.
  • It has scraping effect.
  • It improves intelligence, memory, and speaking capacity.
  • It is used in treatment of Malabsorption syndrome, Dyspepsia, Hiccup, Anaemia, Dyspnoea, Asthma, Fever, Tissue wasting, Tuberculosis, Impaired intelligence, Epilepsy, Rupture / weakness of ligaments, Heart disease, Disease due to Vata dosha,  Syphilis, Poison,  Loss of memory, Mania, Psychosis, Hoarseness of voice, Diseases of skin, Tuberculosis, Senility/Progeriasis.
  • Brings out quickly the colour and beauty of the body.
  • This restores the sexual power lost through excessive indulgence or old age.
  • Its efficacy in skin ailments and syphilis is exceptional.
  • This is specially prescribed in hemiplegia and complete paralysis.
  • It is used for the treatment of Parkinson’s disorder, ALS etc. Usually a combination with other medicine is made for treating these diseases along with Swarn Bhasam.
swarna bhasmam

Synonym: Svarna bhasmam, Svarnabhasmam, Swarnabhasma

Qualities of Swarna Bhasma

Qualities of Swarna Bhasma 
आयुर्लक्ष्मी प्रभा धी स्मृतिकरं अखिलव्याधिविधंसि पुण्यं भूतावेश प्रशान्ति स्मरभरसुखदं सौख्यपुष्टि प्रकाशि। रसरत्नसमुच्च्य 5/9 
मृतं सुवर्णं मधुरञ्च वृष्यं हृद्यं च नेत्र्यं परमञ्च मेध्यम् । 
रसायनं पुंसवनोपयोगि विषापहं कान्तिकरञ्च शस्तम् ॥  रसतरङ्गिणी 15/69 
āyurlakṣmī prabhā dhī smṛtikaraṃ akhilavyādhividhaṃsi puṇyaṃ bhūtāveśa praśānti smarabharasukhadaṃ saukhyapuṣṭi prakāśi| 
rasaratnasamuccya 5/9 
mṛtaṃ suvarṇaṃ madhurañca vṛṣyaṃ hṛdyaṃ ca netryaṃ paramañca medhyam | 
rasāyanaṃ puṃsavanopayogi viṣāpahaṃ kāntikarañca śastam ||  rasataraṅgiṇī 15/69 
Swarna Bhasma 
āyurklaram – promotes life expectancy, anti aging
lakṣmīkaram – brings  good fortune
prabhākaram – brings glow to the skin and aura to your personality 
dhīkaram – improves intelligence
smṛtikaraṃ – improves memory
akhila vyādhi vidhaṃsi – can be used in all disorders 
puṇyaṃ – auspicious,
bhūtāveśa praśānti – useful in psychiatric disorders, hence used in many such medicines as Saraswatarishtam, Manasamitra vatakam etc.
smarabharasukhadaṃ – acts as an aphrodisiac
saukhya – brings comfort to the mind   
puṣṭi prakāśi – improves nourishment of the body tissues and cells and makes them last longer.

Use In Poisoning

In olden days, when there was poisoning, first vomiting and purgation was induced to remove remnant poison in the gut. Then, to cleanse the heart, Tamra bhasma was administered to the patient. After that, Swarna bhasma is administered for a long period of time. By such Swarna administration for long time, the body becomes as pure as Gold. The term used for this is ‘Hemapanga’.

Na Sajjate Hemapange padmapatre ambuvat visham || – Ashtanga Hridaya Sutrasthana 7th chapter

In a person who has been given Gold bhasma for a long time, the poison can not do any harm, similar to a water drop that can not touch the leaf of the lotus.
So there is reference of long term use of Swarna Bhasma, but it has to be done under strict medical supervision only.

Effect on Tridosha – Balances Vata, Pitta and Kapha.

Dosage

The dose of Swarna Bhasma, as explained in text book is – 1/8 – 1/4 Ratti.
1 Ratti means 125 mg. So, dose is 15 – 30 mg per day.
The pediatric dose – From infancy to 5 year old is 5 mg per day.
From 5 – 10 years – 10 mg per day
From 10 – 16 years – 15 mg per day.

It is available in capsule form also. Each capsule contains 50 mg of Svarna bhasmam.

  • It relieves burning sensation, if taken along with bile of fish.
  • It gives aphrodisiac effect if taken along with Bhringaraja (Eclipta alba).
  • It improves strength and immunity, if taken along with milk.
  • It is good for eyes, if taken along with Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa)
  • It improves memory if taken along with sweet flag
  • It improves skin complexion if given along with saffron.
  • It acts against poison, if given along with an herb called Nirvisha.
  • It relieves psychosis if given along with ginger, clove and pepper.

(Ref: Rasajalanidhi)
While taking Swarna Bhasma, Bael fruit should not be taken.

Adjuvant: Milk, honey or ghee.

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.

Side Effects

  • Self medication with this medicine may prove to be dangerous.
  • Take this medicine in precise dose and for limited period of time, as advised by doctor.
  • Keep out of reach and sight of children. Store in a dry cool place.

Contents

Swarn Bhasma preparation, ingredients, how to make:
It is prepared from purified Gold. There are many different methods of preparation. Any one method can be used. Here is one such method.

Purified Gold leaf is ground with lemon juice, and applied with a paste of Rasasindhura (Mercurial compound). It is kept in a closed container, heated in absence of air in 400 – 500 degree Celsius for 4 -5 hours. To get Gold Bhasma.

Reference and Manufacturers

Rasa Ratna Samucchaya 5/15
Research: Blood compatibility study

Manufacturers: Divya Pharmacy,  Dabur, Baidyanath, Shree Dhootapapeshwar Ltd

Formulations

Ayurvedic medicines with Gold Bhasma as ingredient:
Rasraj Ras, Swarna Mahayograj Guggulu, Swarna Sindhura, Poorna Chandrodaya Ras, Yogendra Ras

Swarna Bindu Prashana

 Is a treatment given to infants and children to improve strength and immunity. Here, Swarna bhasma is administered along with brahmi Ghrita and honey. Read more about Swarna Bindu Prashana

Can you tell how swarna bhasma can be added to oil for abhyanga and in creams and lotions? Also possibly the recipe for the same?
Dr Hebbar: External use of swarna Bhasma does not have much impact as it is not well absorbed via skin. Hence it is not worth the money. 

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

135 thoughts on “Swarna Bhasma Benefits, Dosage, Ingredients, Side Effects, Preparation”

  1. from method or preparation one would expect that this products also will contain sindhur rasa after manufacturing ?

    so how does it differ from makaradhwaj ? by having much more gold and little sindhur rasa ?

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  2. Hi, If your doctor has prescribed it to you, in the right dose, they are not harmful.
    If you are mixing it without taking any medical advice and you are using on your own, the above mixture might be toxic.

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  3. Dear Dr Ravish,
    Swarna bhasma is diluted along with Brahmi Ghrita or plain ghee and administered in a very minute dose of 1 mg per day, in infants, in some Ayurvedic hospitals. But a parent cannot do this by himself. Doctor’s consultation is required.

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  4. sir can swarna basma is useful in terating neck cancer as my father who gt the cancer on his neck n his age is 72years

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  5. my recently 250mg swrnabhasma leke chavanprash me(450gm)milake khaaha hun.muje anewale bimarionse bach ne ke liye kisa swrnabasm lena muje bataji ye.male 30age

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  6. Is Swarna Makshik Bhasm same as Swarna Bhasm? I am trying to buy Swarna Bhasm for my daughter as her daughter has prescribed. I found Swarna Makshik Bhasm in Divyaphrmacy website but not sure is its same as Swarna Bhasma. Please suggest.

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  7. Sir, I am a student and need to improve on standardized exams that are highly based on intelligence, would swarna bhasma help with this?

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    • Madam, Do consult a physician for the same. We cannot prescribe anything without seeing the condition, the severity and health of the individual.

      Note: Because we all are genetically different with different constitutions and patterns, we respond to treatments in many different ways. Hence Standard Ayurvedic Treatments are always individually formulated.

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  8. Sir, This medicine should only be taken strictly under medical supervision. So do take an advise from a physician before taking it.

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  9. Dear Doctor,
    I am giving swarna prashan to my 4 year daughter through an ayurvedic centre since last two years. A known Ayurveda doctor told me that I can ust rub some gold alond with honey and give it to kid as it is equally good. After reading your article I amm a bit confused if she is correct. Can we rub pure gold on stone and mix with honey and give it to kids …is that equally good?
    .
    thank you

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    • Hello madam, Self medication with this medicine may prove to be dangerous. This medicine should only be taken strictly under medical supervision.

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  10. Hello sir,

    I live in USA. I want to use Swarna bhasma for me and Swarna bindu prashana for my 15 month old daughter. Is there anyway to get online consultation for the right dosage?

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  11. Sir , Swarna bhasma alone cannot solve the problem. Kindly consult a ayurvedic physician for the treatment.

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  12. My doctor suggested swarnan bhasma along with milk and saffron for my skin and i had vertigo in my skin and with only 4 or 5 taking it is fading so fast. He suggested to mix it in milk but after drinking the milk i can see the residue in the bottom is this is the right way or any other way of taking this medicine.

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  13. Can suvarna bhasma be used topically to have anti-aging effects on skin? I see lot of products using gold in face cream. Has ayurveda indicated suvarna bhasma for such purpose?

    Thanks

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  14. What is the difference between Swarna bhasma and suvarnamuktadi interms of ingredients? in which conditions suvarnamuktadi is indictaed and its side effects?

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    • Hi, Svarna Bhasma cntains only the gold calx and Suvarnamuktadi contains other ingredients as well. It is manufactured by Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala. I will update about it soon.

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  15. The frequent cold episodes are more likely due to rainy season.
    4 Drops per day is the right dose. Consider reducing the dose to just 2 drops per day.
    IF you are giving it daily it can only be continued for 6 months. After that, it is better to stop using it.

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    • 4 gram of swarna per day is very high dose. If it is just 4 miligrams, then it is fine to continue for 40 days. Swarna bhasma, along with other medicines such as Balarishta, Ksheerabala taila 101 etc are used for the treatment of paralysis.
      In most of the cases, Basti treatment, oil massage etc are also highly recommended.

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  16. After living for 22years with eczema , When I had knee joint problem an allopathic dr. put me on ‘Rumayog gold’ for three months plus period then on ‘Rumayog plain’ my knee improved, and eczema disappeared. after eight months of treatment plus about two and half year . Eczema started showing it’s face again.
    Can it be that ‘Rumayog ‘ treatment effect ?
    Which kept eczema at bay. Is there any permanent cure in Ayurveda of eczema?
    Thanks n Regards.

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  17. Want to increase physical strength, have tried many other ayurvedic medicines.
    Plz tell exact total dose of swaran bhasam to be consumed. ( 15-30 mg/day for how many days) and to be taken with milk?,
    Also tell which company make pure one
    Dabour or Baidyanaath or any other.
    Thanks

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  18. M 34 year
    Plz tell total dose and duration for physical strength (15-30 mg/day for how many days)
    Is it 125 mg total dose to be consumed.
    Also tell which brand to buy I.e Daubar or baidyanaath.
    Thanks.

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  19. Sir ,
    Observing lower left and right abdominal pain which gets relieved after bowel movement. Undergone panchakarma and act scan shows every thing fine. Still problem is observed.Using Swarna bashma resolve my problem,pl advise

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  20. Gold bhusma/Suvana Bhusma is nothing but nana gold particles, if goes in your digestive system, it may dissolve. This is a heavy metal so it may do much more harm than any known good. Internet can tell you a bit, but ask your qualified doctor before trying this

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  21. HI Dr Hebbar,
    Does this cures chronic kidney disease by applying swarms bhasma with coconut oil externally ??.

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  22. Sir, my father got paralise one Baba given medine swarn bhasma, kesar now he want to add mukta panchamrit ras @ 55500/- per gram advice me pls

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    • That baba is fake. He is trying to fool you! Do not buy it.
      For 55,000 rupees, you can do good physiotherapy and Ayurveda Panchakarma treatment in a reputed Ayurveda hospital for paralysis.
      Call police and report him so that he does not rob needy people anymore.

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  23. Hello Dr, i have a phosphate level high in liver of 244.5 U/L. So for that i have consult Ayurved Dr and he gave me suvarnabhasma as a treatment for 2 months. My skin has also become since past 1 year so he told me it will also benifit me to recover your skin. Is it advisable to take suvarnabhasma as a treatment.

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  24. Last three months I m.not able to stand properly.jb b khadi hoti hu legs vibrate hoti hai.chakr aate hai.sara din leti rehti hu.Weakness feel hoti. Pls suggest kya kru

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  25. Sir: Recently I was cheated by some tricksters in collution with an Ayurvedic doctor ( he posed to be one!). They sold me 1 lt of cocoanut oil boiled with karpura, yalakki, cocoanut water and mixed with 5 ayurvedic powders each 12 gm. One of this was Swarna bhasma or similar sounding thing but 4 gms only @ 34000/-per gm. This oil was intended for external application only for rheumatic pain. On doubts i got 100 cc of oil tested in a lab which said gold is present in trace @ 9.3 ppm. I want to know if I am correct in surmising that whole thing is a fraud? Whether the 4 gms og ” gold powder” is a hoax because it was measured as 9.3 ppm? Wd be grateful if you could enlighten me. Thanx

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    • Hi, first of all, never trust any person as Ayurvedic doctor. The doctor should have his own clinic. Should have his qualification displayed etc.
      Even if we assume that Swarna bhasma is present in that oil, external application of that oil is waste. No where, as far as I know, in any Ancient Ayurveda text books that I have read, has indicated to add swarna bhasma / heera bhasma etc into an oil meant for external application. Some fraudsters mix those bhasmas in oil (they mix or they not, is not an issue at all). They sell it to treat hard to treat disorders such as vitiligo cancer etc. This whole thing is a scam.
      I have written in detail here
      https://easyayurveda.com/2016/09/26/swarna-bhasma-heera-bhasma-oils-truth-scam/

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  26. Sir which company swarna bhasma is more effective. In general we saw badiyanath products are more effective dabur are less, dhootspeswar is good, others may or may not promise quality.. Uhnja swarn bhasma have less price, plz tell which one should opt for swarma bhasma. Dabir, badiyanath dhootapeshwar, uhnja

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  27. Hi Sir,

    I have gastric and heat one of the ayurvedic has advised me to used mised power of Swarnabhasmam,Purnachandrodayam and Siddhamakaradwajam

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  28. Sir ….should we take suvarna bhasma in the form of powder or tablet to improve complexion and please suggest a good brand ?

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  29. Dear Dr
    Can Swarna bhasma be used with Shilajit to lose weight and control diabetes, high blood pressure and hyper lipidemia. If so, what is a safe dosage and for how long

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  30. Hi Sir,

    Is swarnaRich cream is good for face? One of my doctors whom I visited suggested me to use. Please advise. Also, let me know if there are any better creams.

    Sue

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  31. Hello
    Greetings for the day
    Request you to kindly confirm if swarna bhasma should be used in treatment for piles. Also can it be given to a lactating mother.
    Regards

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  32. Hi. Sir past from 7days we are giving swarnabhasma to my brother who can’t speak walk and Memory problem… So it good for him are we have to stop…. please suggest a solution

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