Kapardak Bhasma (also known as Kapardika Bhasma, Cowrie Bhasma, Varatika Bhasma, & Kaudi Bhasma) is an ayurvedic calcined preparation used in abdominal diseases like abdominal pain, irritable bowel syndrome, bloating, duodenal ulcer and loss of appetite or poor appetite, intestinal gas.
Ingredients (Composition):
Kapardak Bhasma is prepared from Kapardika (Cowry Shell of Cypraea Moneta). Yellow colored cowry shells having weight of 3 to 5 grams are perfect for making cowrie bhasma.
Medicinal Properties:
Digestive Stimulant
Antacid
Anodyne
Antispasmodic
Carminative
Antiemetic
Aam Pachak (Detoxifier)
Antiflatulent
Antiulcerogenic
Mucolytic
Astringent
Therapeutic Indications
Abdominal pain
Bloating
Flatulence
Duodenal ulcer
Loss of appetite
Irritable bowel syndrome
Sour taste of the mouth
Dyspepsia (indigestion)
Otorrhea
Kapardak Bhasma Uses & Benefits:
Kapardak Bhasma has high bioavailability, so it shows instant effects in some diseases. It reacts with stomach secretions, and neutralizes the acid. The main action of it is observed on AMA (toxins), which are producing due to poor digestion. It improves appetite and digestion, which helps to reduce AMA formation and eliminate the produced AMA.
Side Effects:
However, it does not show any side effect when used wisely with appropriate adjuvant according to the disease. It should not be kept on the tongue because if may cause fissures in your tongue. To avoid this side effect, you should always remember that it should be taken along with adjuvants like Cow’s Ghee, Giloy Sat, or honey.