Dhootapapeshwar Kapardika Bhasma

Dhootapapeshwar Kapardika Bhasma :About Kapardak Bhasma (Varatika Bhasma) In Ayurveda, Cowrie is known by many names such as Varata, Varatika, Kapardik, Kapardika etc. They are mainly of three types based on colour red, white and yellow. The one which has yellowish tinge, nodules on the back and oval in shape is called Varatika and used for medicinal purpose.Cowrie commonly refers to the external shell of sea animal Cyprea moneta (commonly known as money cowry) found in coastal areas of the Indo-Pacific sea. In ancient times, cowries were used as money. They are also used for making ornaments. Chemically, it is Carbonate of Calcium.In Ayurveda, Varatika is used as a powder obtained by calcination of cowries. It is known as Kapardika or Varatika Bhasma.It a mineral drug of animal origin. It has antacid, alterative, diuretic, anti-diarrheic, digestive and expectorant properties.Kapardak Bhasma is used in treatment of Indigestion, Dyspepsia, Abdominal Pain, Peptic Ulcer, Sprue Syndrome, Intestinal tuberculosis, Cataract, Otorrhea, Enlarged spleen, liver, Asthma and Cough.It is also used externally as caustic in various forms of ointments. Ingredients of Kapardaka Bhasm Kapardaka Lemon juice (Nimbu ka ras) Water Uses of Kapardak Bhasma Digestive Stimulant Antacid Anodyne Antispasmodic Carminative Antiemetic Aam Pachak (Detoxifier) Antiflatulent Antiulcerogenic Mucolytic Astringent Therapeutic Indications of Kapardak Bhasma Abdominal pain Bloating Flatulence Duodenal ulcer Loss of appetite Irritable bowel syndrome Sour taste of the mouth Dyspepsia (indigestion) OtorrheaKapardak Bhasma Uses & Benefits of Kapardak Bhasma Dosage of Kapardak Bhasma  250 mg to 500 mg twice a day. Must be taken along with lemon juice or ghee or even honey.