Bhringaraja Svarasa
Bhringaraja Svarasa is a classical Ayurvedic svarasa, a fresh plant juice. Rapid oral absorption with peak plasma levels at 1-2 hours. Hepatoprotective activity is superior in fresh juice form compared to dried extracts.
| Also known as | Bhringaraja Svarasa, BhringarajaSvarasa |
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Names and identification
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| English | Bhringaraja Svarasa |
Ayurvedic pharmacology (Dravyaguna)
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa (Taste) | Tikta, Katu | Primary taste |
| Guna (Quality) | Laghu, Ruksha | Physical quality |
| Virya (Potency) | Ushna | Heating/Cooling effect |
| Vipaka (Post-digestive) | Katu | Post-digestive effect |
What is it made of?
Mineral/Elemental Profile
- Primary component: Mercury-based preparation (Parada) with herbal processing
- Note: Restricted use — requires strict Shodhana protocols and expert supervision
Analytical Methods: AAS/ICP-MS (heavy metals), XRD, Namburi phased spot test
Dosage forms and preparation
Dosage Forms: Svarasa (fresh juice), Preserved juice (modern), Capsules (modern), Hair oil base (external)
Standard Dosage: 10-20 mL twice daily for internal use; externally as hair oil base, as per AFI
Bioavailability: Fresh svarasa provides highest bioavailability of wedelolactone (coumestan) and eclalbatin. Rapid oral absorption with peak plasma levels at 1-2 hours. Hepatoprotective activity is superior in fresh juice form compared to dried extracts.
Optimal Timing: Morning on empty stomach for hepatoprotective effect; externally before bath for hair health
Shelf Life: Same day (fresh juice), 6 months (preserved), 2 years (oil preparation), 3 years (capsules)
Storage: Fresh juice: use immediately or refrigerate at 2-8°C for up to 24 hours. Preserved: amber glass at room temperature. Oil: amber bottles at room temperature.
Marker Compounds: Wedelolactone, Demethylwedelolactone, Eclalbatin, Ecliptasaponin A-D, Beta-amyrin, Luteolin
Quality Parameters: pH, total solids, wedelolactone content by HPLC (NLT 0.05%), eclalbatin content, total phenolics, microbial limits, heavy metals, pesticide residues, colour and clarity
Vehicle (Anupana): Honey or warm water for internal use
Synergistic Combinations
- Arogyavardhini Vati (hepatoprotective)
- Bhringaraja Taila (external)
- Triphala Churna
- Kumaryasava
- Punarnava Mandura
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