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Kanta Loha Bhasma Use, Ingredients, Dose, Side Effects

Loha Bhasma is a traditional Ayurvedic medicine used for the treatment of Anemia, Tuberculosis, Muscle waisting, and Jaundice etc.

Kanta Loha Bhasma Indications

Anemia – Pandu
Tuberculosis – Kshaya Muscle waisting,
General debility
Different types of pains – Sula
Jaundice and other liver diseases – Kamala

Dose, Anupana

Dose: 200 to 400 mg twice a day, or as directed by a Ayurvedic physician.

Anupana: Madhu

How long to take?
This medicine is usually prescribed for a period of 1 – 2 months time.

Kantha Loha Bhasma Ingredients

Shodhita kanta Loha – Magnetic iron – It has Haematinic (increases hemoglobin levels) and Hematogenic (helps in formation of red blood cells) properties.
Shodhita Hingula – Red Sulphide of Mercury – improves digestion strength, causes cell and tissue rejuvenation.

With Other Medicines

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 and Precautions

There are no known side effects with this medicine. However, it is best to use this medicine under medical supervision. Store in a cool dry place, away from sunlight. Keep out of reach and sight of children. Seek your doctor’s advice for its usage during pregnancy. This product can be safely used during lactation period and in children for a limited period of few weeks time for side effects and precautions.

Manufacturer, Presentation

Leading manufacturers: Arya Vaidya Pharmacy (Coimbatore) Limited, SHREE BAIDYANATH AYURVED BHAWAN PVT LTD, Chirayu Pharmaceuticals, Dinadayal Industries Limited, Shree Narnarayan Ayurvedic Pharmacy, Shree Dhootapapeshwar Limited, Uma Ayurvedics Private Limited, Virgo UAP Pharma Pvt. Ltd., Zandu Pharmaceutical Works Limited.

Presentation: 2.5 gms

Shelf life, Effect On Dosha

Shelf life: 3 years from the date of manufacturing.

Effect on Tridosha: It balances Vata, Pitta and Kapha Doshas.

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

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