Yashad (Jasad) Bhasma, Indications, Uses, Benefits, Dosage & Side Effects

Yashad Bhasma is an ayurvedic mineral-based and immuno-modulatory medicine. It is also ayurvedic zinc supplement in used in zinc deficiency, slow wound healing, stunted growth and diarrhea in children.

Yashada (Jasad) Bhasma boosts the immune system and may help treating recurrent common cold and ear infections. It also prevents respiratory infections. In ayurveda, it is used for malaria and other parasitic diseases.

Along with ayurvedic eye drops, yashada Bhasma is beneficial for macular degeneration, night blindness and cataract. It may also help in cases of asthma, high blood pressure, diabetes and AIDS. It is also used in skin diseases especially acne, eczema and psoriasis.

Medicinal Properties

Yashada (Jasad) Bhasma has following healing properties.

1. Antacid
2. Anti-inflammatory
3. Anti-arthritic
4. Anti-pyretic
5. Digestive Stimulant
6. Haematinic (increases hemoglobin levels)
7. Hematogenic (helps in formation of red blood cells)

Therapeutic Indications

Yashada (Jasad) Bhasma is used in following diseases.

General Conditions

• Fever
• Chronic low grade fever
• General debility after fever
• Physical weakness after chronic or long standing disease
• Zinc deficiency
• Acute diarrhea in children
• Slow wound healing
• Recurrent common cold
• Recurrent ear infections
• Malaria
• Diabetes

Brain & Nerves

• Memory loss
• Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Parkinson’s disease
• Severe head injuries

Eyes

• Macular degeneration
• Night blindness
• Cataract

Ears

• Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)

Heart & Blood

• High blood pressure
• Anemia
• Sickle cell disease

Lungs & Airways

• Asthma
• Seasonal flu
• Lower respiratory infections

Digestive Health

• Burning mouth syndrome
• Hypogeusia – Blunted sense of taste
• Crohn’s disease
• Ulcerative colitis
• Peptic ulcers
• Anorexia nervosa
• Loss of appetite
• Muscle cramps linked with liver disease

Muscle, Bones & Joints

• Weak bones (osteoporosis)
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Muscle cramps
• Fibromyalgia

Skin & Hairs

• Acne
• Psoriasis
• Eczema
• Premature graying of hairs
• Aging skin
• Herpes simplex
• Wounds

Men Health

• Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
• Male infertility
• Erectile dysfunction (ED)

Others

• For improving physical endurance, athletic performance and physical strength

Medicinal Uses & Benefits

Yashad Bhasma is useful in the treatment of diseases related to zinc deficiency, throat, eyes, respiratory system, heart, blood and digestive system. It also works well in diabetes mellitus and men’s problems.

Yashad Bhasma is useful in all types of fever and infections due to its immuno-modulatory effects. It improves immune system and helps the body fighting off the disease.

How to Use:

It can be used internally as well as topical application. The dosage for oral intake should be around 25 mg twice a day.

For topical application, 1 gram of Jasad Bhasma can be mixed in 100 grams of aloe vera gel. This gel can be applied to the affected skin or face once or twice a day.

The treatment should be continued for at least 3 months to get the best results.

Dosage

The dosage of Yashad Bhasma is 15 mg to 250 mg. The maximum dosage of Yashad Bhasma is 500 mg per day.

Infants & Children

10 to 20 mg Yashada bhasma dosage is sufficient in all types of diseases.

Caution & Side Effects

Yashada Bhasma is LIKELY SAFE for most people. However, it is not a routine medicine. Higher dosages are used in ayurveda, which can result in following side effects.

1. Nausea
2. Vomiting (rare)
3. Metallic taste (very rare with Yashad Bhasma, but common with other zinc supplement)
4. Kidney damage
5. Stomach damage
6. Fatigue
7. Stomach pain

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