Gutika is a classical Ayurveda medicine in tablet form. It acts as a vajrankusa for fever, so the name Mahavajrankusa.
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ToggleIndication of Mahavajrankusha Gutika
Jwara – Fever
Dosage & Adjuvants
1 – 2 tablet thrice daily with Ardraka rasa (Ginger juice). or as directed by a physician.
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
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
Parada – elemental mercury
Gandhaka – elemental sulphur
Visha – Vatsanabha – Aconitum ferox – Monk’s hood – It improves digestion and strength.
Dhattura bija – Datura metel – Thorn apple – It relieves fever.
Jambira – Citrus limonum
Side effects of Mahavajrankusa Gutika
There are no recorded side effects of this medicine. Should be taken under medical supervision.
Package, Manufacturer, Shelf life, Reference
Presentation:Bottle of 20 & 100 tablets.
Manufacturer: Baidyanath pharma Private Limited, Arya Vaidya Sala Kottakkal, Virgo UAP Pharma Pvt. Ltd. Zandu Pharmaceutical Works Limited.
Shelf life: 5 years from the date of manufacture.
Reference:Sahasra yoga, Gutika yoga prakarana.
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