Brahmi Rasayan

Indications

This is indicated in-
  • Memory deficiency
  • Impaired speech
  • Rough & defective voice.

Composition

Each 5 ml syrup contains extracts of Brahmi (Bacopa monniera) 1.21 gm, Shatomuli (Asparagus racemosus) 0.30 gm, Bhumi kusmando (Ipoema paniculata) 0.30 gm, Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) 0.30 gm, Benamul (Vetiveria zezanoides) 0.30 gm, Shunthi (Zingiber officinale) 0.30 gm,Mouri (Foeniculam valgare) 0.30 gm, Dhaiful (Woodfordia fruticosa) 0.3 g, Renuka (Piper aurantiacum) 15.78 mg, Teuri (Operculina turpethum) 15.78 mg, Pipul (Piper longum) 15.78 mg, Labango (Syzygium aromaticum) 15.78 mg, Boch (Acorus calamus) 15.78 mg, Kur (Saussurea lappa) 15.78 mg, Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) 15.78 mg, Bahera (Terminalia belerica) 15.78 mg, Guruchi (Tinospora cordifolia) 15.78 mg, Elach ( Eletteria cardamomum) 15.78 mg, Birango (Embelia ribes) 15.78 mg,Daruchini(Cinnamomum zeylanicum)15.78 mg and other ingredients.

Description

Mental alertness could be improved naturally with the help of herbs. Hundreds of years ago, herbalists in the Indian subcontinent had identified herbs that influence the activities of the central nervous system. Brahmi or Bacopa monniera is one of these neuroprotective herbs that are widely recommended in Ayurvedic texts as a neural tonic. It is effective, safe and well tolerated for both male and female patient of all age groups.

Pharmacology

Brahmi (Bacopa monniera): It contains alkaloids brahmine, plant saponins, bacoside A & B; monniem, betulic acid, ß-sitosterol and stigmastanol. It is a potent nerve tonic, found very effective in cases of anxiety neurosis. It is an anti-anxiety agent having adaptogenic effect. Stem & leaves is brain tonic which sharpens dull memory. It improves intellect and also capable of imparting youthful vitality & longevity.

Shatomuli (Asparagus racemosus): Fresh roots yield diosgenin. Plant yields shatavarin I to IV. It is tonic & sweet. Satavari is a powerful drug capable of improving memory power, intelligence and physical strength.

Pipul (Piper longum): It contains essential oil consisting of long-chain hydrocarbons, mono- and sesquitertense, piperlongumine, sesamin and piperine. It is tonic, digestive, appetizer and anthelmintic. Pippali is capable of improving intellect & memory power and also to regain health by dispelling disease.

Boch (Acorus calamus): It contains essential oil from rhizome; calamus oil has B-asarone as major constituent together with calamen, calamenol and calameon. Asarone is a mild sedative, a potent tranquillizer. Bach is an important drug capable of improving memory power and intellect.

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera): It contains withasomnine & steroidal lactones, withaferin A & withanolides and also contains glycosides & withaniol. It is tonic, adaptogenic, sedative and bacteriostatic. It restores loss of memory and is used in cases of nervous exhaustion. Internally it is given in marasmus in children

Dosage & Administration

Adult: 2 tea-spoonfuls 2-3 times daily after meal.
Children: 1 tea-spoonful 2-3 times daily after meal.

Contraindications

Not reported.

Side Effects

No side effect or adverse effect if used at recommended dose.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Not recommended during pregnancy.

Therapeutic Class

Herbal and Nutraceuticals

Storage Conditions

Keep all medicines out of reach of children. Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light.

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