Nayanamrita Anjana is an Ayurvedic medicine in in collyrium form. It is a fine powder, used to apply as Kajal. It should only be used under medical supervision.
Uses and effect on dosha
Nayanamrita Anjana uses: It is used in the treatment of eye disorders with infection.
Effect on Tridosha: Calms Pitta.
Dose and duration of use
Nayanamrita Anjana dosage a thin line of powder is applied similar to collyrium.
Washed off with water after 2 – 3 minutes.
It is usually made into paste with water or honey for easy application.
How long to use: – It is usually used upto 1 – 2 weeks.
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 and method of preparation
Nayanamrit Anjan ingredients, How to make?
Shuddha Naga – Purified Lead – 10 g
Shuddha Parada – Herbal purified Mercury – 10 g
Sauviranjana – 20 g
Karpoora – Camphor – Cinnamomum camphora – 4 g
Purified lead is melted in iron crucible. It is added to mercury and ground well. Rest two ingredients are added and ground well to prepare the collyrium.
Reference and side effects
Nayanamruta Anjana Reference: Sharangdhara Samhita Madhyamakhanda 13/119 – 120
Nayanamrit Anjan Side effects
This medicine should only be used under medical supervision.
Accidental oral intake may cause poisonous side effects.
It is best to avoid this medicine during pregnancy, lactation and in children.
Store in a cool dry place. keep out of sight and reach of children.
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
