Loha Bhasma is a powder or bhasma formulation made from iron, the number of times the process invoveled in its purification, could be 101times, 21, 14 and 7 times.
Its usage:
It is nourishing, sweet, sour and bitterin effect.
It is coolant in nature and heavy to digest.
It has scraping quality, hence useful in cardiovascular diseases.
It improves strength, immunity, skin texture, complexion, memory, intelligence, digestive power and acts as natural aphrodisiac.
It is useful in gastric complaints, skin diseases, eye disorders, bloatig, splenomegaly, helminthiasis, obesity, diabetes, vomiting, asthma, bronchitis, herpes, abdominal colic, chronic respiratory disorders, liver disorders, piles, fistula, chronic diseases, emaciation, muscle wasting, dizziness, delusion.
Effect on Tridosha – Balances Kapha and Pitta.
Dosage:
125 – 250 mg once or twice a day before or after food or as directed by Ayurvedic doctor.
Reference: Rasamrit