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Kesari Jivan Rasayan: Uses, Ingredients, Dose, Side Effects

Jivan Rasayan is a proprietary Ayurvedic medicine manufactured by Zandu Pharmaceuticals Works Ltd. It is useful as a general vitalize in debilitated persons in convalescence. It is a tonic & a nutritive.

Kesari Jivan is a health supplement filled with the goodness of Kesar, fresh Amla, exotic herbs, spices & trace minerals. It not only makes one physically strong but also keeps the youthful vigor intact.

It is an improved formula of Chyavanprash with saffron. In the past saffron was credited with an immense array of health benefits. It has powers to quicken the spirits and the virtue there by provoking laughter and merriment which helps the heart in the long run. Saffron confers Kesari Jivan with the powers as an astringent, stimulant, carminative and aphrodisiac.

Benefits of Kesari Jeevan Rasayan

Promotes health, vigor & energy in diseased & convalescent conditions. Quickens recovery from illness & surgery.
Used as general tonic.
Adds happiness to life.
Builds immunity against infection.
Slows ageing, improves longevity & keeps body tissue young.
Confers weight gain.
Strengthens ones constitution.
Rich in anti-oxidants.

Indication

As immunity booster
Depression
Eye problem
Joint pain
Dysentery
Diarrhea

Dosage

1 – 2 tsp/ 2 – 10 g in the morning preferably with milk.
Or as directed by the physician.

How long to use?
This product can be used for a period of 2 – 3 months of 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

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

Each 100 g is prepared from –
Amalaki – Gooseberry – Embelica officinalis – 45 g – It acts as aphrodisiac and rejuvenative.
Ashwagandha – Indian ginseng – Withania somnifera – 200 mg – It improves immunity and strength.
Kumkuma – Saffron – Crocos sativus – 200 mg
Sukshmaila – Cardamom – Elettaria cardamomum – 100 mg – It improves digestion strength and taste.
Lavanga – Clove – Syzygium aromaticum – 200 mg
Maricha – Black Pepper – Piper nigrum – 200 mg
Shunti – Ginger – Zingiber officinale – 200 mg
Jatiphala – Nutmeg – Myristica fragrans – 100 mg
Twak – Cinnamomum zeylanicum – 100 mg – It improves digestion strength and taste.
Tejapatra – Cinnamomum tamala – 100 mg
Pippali – Long Pepper – Piper longum – 200 mg
Gokshura – Tribulus terrestris – 200 mg – It improves strength, nourishes the body.
Nagakeshara – Cobra’s Saffron – Mesua ferrea – 100 mg
Musali – Chlorophytum borivilianum – 100 mg – Useful for the treatment of erectile dysfunction, lack of libido and to improve the body stamina.  Vidanga – False black Pepper – Embelia ribes – 100 mg
Atmagupta – Velvet beans – Mucuna puriens – 100 mg – It is nutritive and improves strength and immunity.
Bala – Country mallow – Sida cordifolia – 200 mg – It improves strength of bones, muscles and joints.
Vamsha – Bamboo – Bambusa arundinacea – 400 mg
Godanti bhasma  – Gypsum Calx – 100 mg – It improves strength and immunity.
Mukta shukti  – Pearl oyster – 100 mg
Abhraka bhasma – Mica Calx – 50 mg – It improves appetite and taste perception.
Yashada bhasma – Zinc Calx – 50 mg
Ghrita – Ghee – 5 g
Ikshu – Saccharum officinarum – q.s.
Approved preservatives – q.s.

Side effects of Kesari Jivan Rasayan

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.
Seek your doctor’s advice if you are diabetic. In diabetic patients, only if the blood sugar is under good control, then this medicine can be given. 

Package, Manufacturer, Shelf life

Presentation & Package:Jar pack of 450 g.

Manufactured By:  Zandu Pharmaceuticals Works Ltd.

Shelf life: 3 years from the date of manufacturing.

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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