Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala
Kusmanda Rasayanam – Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala – 200gm
Kusmanda Rasayanam – Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala – 200gm
Kusmanda Rasayanam is a classical Ayurvedic Rasayanam (rejuvenating herbal confection) manufactured by Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala, referenced in Sahasrayogam (Lehya Prakaranam). Named after its principal herb Kusmanda (Benincasa hispida / ash gourd / winter melon), this preparation is formulated with sugar candy (Khanda), ghee (Sarpi), honey (Kshaudra), and Trikatu (Pippali, Shunthi, Maricha) along with Trijata and supporting herbs. Classically indicated for conditions of the respiratory tract, Kshayas (depletion conditions), and Raktapitta, this Rasayanam is to be taken under the supervision of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
Pack size: 200gm
Classical Indications
Kusmanda Rasayanam is classically referenced in Sahasrayogam for:
- Kasa (Cough) — allergic and persistent cough conditions, as traditionally referenced in Ayurvedic texts
- Shwasa (Respiratory conditions) — respiratory ailments classically associated with Vata-Kapha imbalance
- Swarabheda — hoarseness of voice, as classically indicated in Ayurvedic texts
- Raktapitta — conditions associated with Pitta-vitiated blood disorders, as per classical Ayurvedic reference
- Shosha / Kshaya — conditions of general debility and emaciation, as traditionally referenced including in paediatric contexts, under physician supervision
- Convalescence — traditionally used in post-illness recovery states as per classical Rasayana applications
Key Ingredients
Per 10g of Rasayanam:
| S.No | Sanskrit Name | Botanical Name | Common Name | Qty per 10g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kusmanda | Benincasa hispida | Ash gourd / Winter melon — principal herb | 6.250g |
| 2 | Khanda | Saccharum officinarum | Sugar candy | 6.250g |
| 3 | Sarpi | Cow ghee | Ghee | 2.000ml |
| 4 | Kshaudra | Honey | Honey | 1.000ml |
| 5 | Kana (Pippali) | Piper longum | Long pepper | 0.125g |
| 6 | Sunthi | Zingiber officinale | Dry ginger | 0.125g |
| 7 | Jiraka | Cuminum cyminum | Cumin | 0.125g |
| 8 | Twak (Trijata) | Cinnamomum zeylanicum | Cinnamon | 0.031g |
| 9 | Ela (Trijata) | Elettaria cardamomum | Cardamom | 0.031g |
| 10 | Tejapatra (Trijata) | Cinnamomum tamala | Indian bay leaf | 0.031g |
| 11 | Dhanya | Coriandrum sativum | Coriander | 0.031g |
| 12 | Maricha | Piper nigrum | Black pepper | 0.031g |
Dosage
As directed by your Ayurvedic physician.
(Manufacturer reference: 10–15g for adults, 5–10g for children. Can be taken before or after food according to condition, or in divided doses — or as directed by physician.)
Pack size: 200gm
Important Precautions
- For internal use only
- Contains honey — not to be heated or mixed with hot food or beverages
- To be used under the supervision of a qualified Ayurvedic physician
- Paediatric use strictly as directed by the treating physician
- Not for self-medication
- Being a Rasayanam (herbal confection), store in a cool dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight
- Keep out of reach of children
Disclaimer
Kusmanda Rasayanam is a classical Ayurvedic medicine manufactured by Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala (Vaidyaratnam P. S. Varier's Arya Vaidya Sala, Kottakkal, Kerala), referenced in Sahasrayogam. Manufactured under valid Ayurvedic Drug Manufacturing Licence in compliance with the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules thereunder. The indications listed are based on classical Ayurvedic reference texts. These statements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease as defined under the Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act, 1954. Consult a qualified Ayurvedic physician before use. Not for self-medication. Keep out of reach of children.