Jahar Mohra Pishti
Jahar Mohra Pishti is a bhasma, a mineral or metal preparation reduced to ash by repeated calcination. An absence here means we could not identify the source, not that no work exists.
| Substance type | Mineral or metal preparation, not a plant |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Jahar Mohra Pishti, JaharMohraPishti |
Names and identification
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| English | Jahar Mohra Pishti |
How does it work?
- Cardiotonic action: Magnesium from the serpentine matrix is essential for cardiac muscle function, rhythm regulation, and blood pressure maintenance; magnesium supplementation is well-established for cardiac health
- Antacid and anti-emetic: Magnesium silicate has documented antacid properties similar to pharmaceutical magnesium-based antacids; acts as a natural buffer against excess gastric acid
- Detoxifying (Vishahara): Traditionally considered an antidote to poisons; the magnesium silicate matrix may adsorb toxins in the GI tract similar to activated charcoal’s mechanism
Which traditional uses are supported by research?
- Cardiac tonic (Hridya): Magnesium’s well-established role in cardiac function provides strong mechanistic support for the traditional cardiotonic claim, though specific clinical trials on Jahar Mohra Pishti are lacking
- Antidote to poisons (Vishanashak) and anti-emetic: The magnesium silicate matrix’s adsorptive properties provide a plausible mechanism for the traditional detoxifying/antidote claim
What do recent clinical trials show?
2 further claims previously listed here could not be traced to a published paper and have been removed. An absence here means we could not identify the source, not that no work exists.
Recent safety updates
- MODERATE SAFETY: No heavy metals (mercury, arsenic) in properly prepared formulations, but raw serpentine stone may contain chrysotile asbestos fibers in some geological sources - proper Shodhana is essential
- Safety profile not well-established in peer-reviewed literature; clinical experience suggests well-tolerated below 500 mg/day but formal safety studies are lacking
- Contraindicated in patients with individual intolerance, allergic reactions; possible side effects include nausea, abdominal pain, and bowel disorders
- Not recommended during pregnancy and lactation without physician guidance; excessive magnesium intake can cause diarrhea and in extreme cases hypermagnesemia
What is it made of?
Mineral/Elemental Profile
- Primary component: Calcined mineral/metal oxide (after Shodhana and Marana)
- Particle size: Sub-micron to nanoparticle range
- Note: Exact composition depends on source material and preparation method
Analytical Methods: XRD, ICP-OES/ICP-MS, SEM-EDS, Particle size analysis, Namburi phased spot test
Dosage forms and preparation
Dosage Forms: Pishti
Standard Dosage: 125–250 mg
Bioavailability: Good; serpentine mineral in bioavailable fine particle form
Optimal Timing: With honey or Gulkand
Standardized Extract: Serpentine stone pishti — triturated with rose water
Shelf Life: Indefinite
Storage: Airtight container
Marker Compounds: Magnesium silicate (serpentine), Calcium, Iron, Trace minerals
Quality Parameters: Standard pishti fineness, heavy metals within limits
Vehicle (Anupana): Honey, Gulkand, or rose water
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