Shankh Bhasma

Shankh Bhasma is a type of Ayurvedic medicine that is made from the shell of a conch. This is a kind of powder that is made by heating the hard shell of a sea creature in a special way. Shankh Bhasma has a lot of calcium, magnesium, and other important minerals that our body needs to work properly. Ayurvedic medicine often uses it to help with different health problems like stomach issues, breathing troubles, and skin diseases. Shankh Bhasma is thought to have healing powers that help to balance the body’s conditions (vata, pitta, and kapha) and improve overall health and well-being. This substance comes in a powdered form. You can either swallow it or put it on your skin, depending on what you need it for.

Ingredient

Shankh Bhasma is made from the conch shell or Shankha. The conch shell is carefully cleaned and purified before being turned into ash through a heating process. In simple words, the calcination process involves heating the conch shell at very hot temperatures. This creates ash, which is then used to make Shankh Bhasma through additional processing.

Method Of Preparation

Selection Of Shankha: We chose good conch shells to make Shankh Bhasma. The shells often come from the Indian Ocean.

Cleaning and Purification: The conch shells are carefully washed to get rid of any dirt or other things on them. This is done to make sure the final product is pure.

Calcination: The conch shells that have been cleaned are then put through a process where they are heated and controlled. The shells are heated very hot until they become ash. This process is usually done many times to get a smooth and pure ash.

Levigation: The ash is finely ground and mixed with herbal liquid. This process, called levigation, helps make the Bhasma more effective and available in the body.

Incineration: It means burning the powdered mixture in a controlled way with a special fire and temperature control. This is a very important step that makes the Bhasma even more pure and powerful.

Grinding and Sieving: After burning, the Bhasma is crushed into a powder using old-fashioned techniques. Next, it is put through a filter to get rid of any big pieces and make sure everything is the same.

Storage: The last Shankh Bhasma is kept in sealed containers away from water and light so that it remains strong and effective.

Dosage & Usage

Dosage: Adults should take 125 mg to 250 mg of Shankh Bhasma, two times a day after meals, ideally with honey or water. You should not take more than 500 mg of this medicine in one day.

Usage: Shankh Bhasma can be taken by mouth or put on the skin, depending on what you are using it for. It is usually recommended to use Shankh Bhasma with the help of an experienced Ayurvedic expert.

Indications

Digestive Problems: Shankh Bhasma is often used to treat common stomach issues like too much acid, stomach inflammation, and acid coming back up into the throat. It helps to make sure your stomach is working properly and helps with digestion.

Respiratory problems like asthma, chronic bronchitis, and cough can be treated with Shankh Bhasma. This can help reduce inflammation and clear up congestion in the breathing passages.

Skin diseases like eczema, psoriasis, and acne can be treated with Shankh Bhasma. This helps to clean the blood and clear the skin from toxins.

Anaemia: Shankh Bhasma helps treat anaemia by giving the body important minerals like calcium and iron.

Weakness & Fatigue: Shankh Bhasma is a helpful remedy for weakness and tiredness because it contains important minerals that boost energy levels and make you feel more energized.

Urinary Disorders: Shankh Bhasma is used to treat problems with urine such as infections in the urinary tract and stones in the kidney. This helps make the kidneys work better and decreases swelling in the urinary tract.

Joint Pain: Joint pain is a common problem that can be caused by conditions like arthritis and gout. Shankh Bhasma can help relieve this pain and inflammation. It can help to decrease swelling and make it easier to move your joints.

Contradictions

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: it is best to avoid taking Shankh Bhasma unless advised by a healthcare professional. It is necessary to talk to a trained Ayurvedic expert before thinking about using it during these times.

Hypercalcemia: People with high levels of calcium in their blood, known as hypercalcemia, should avoid Shankh Bhasma because it contains calcium and can make their calcium levels even higher.

Kidney Disorders: People with kidney problems or a history of kidney stones should be careful when using Shankh Bhasma. It is a good idea to talk to a doctor before using it in those situations.

Gastric ulcers: Shankh Bhasma may make stomach ulcers or other problems with the stomach worse. People who had stomach ulcers in the past should be careful when using Shankh Bhasma and should seek advice from a healthcare professional.

Allergies: If you have allergies or are sensitive to any of the ingredients in Shankh Bhasma, don’t use it.