Ashwagandha

Overview

Ashwagandha is an evergreen shrub that grows in Asia and Africa. It is commonly used for stress. There is little evidence for its use as an "adaptogen."

Adaptogens are plants and mushrooms that help your body respond to stress, anxiety, fatigue and overall wellbeing. You can take adaptogens by adding them to food or beverages or take them as tinctures. Adaptogens bring your body back to a steady balance by managing both physical and mental stressors.

Ashwagandha contains chemicals that might help calm the brain, reduce swelling, lower blood pressure, and alter the immune system.

Since ashwagandha is traditionally used as an adaptogen, it is used for many conditions related to stress. Adaptogens are believed to help the body resist physical and mental stress. Some of the conditions it is used for include insomnia, aging, anxiety and many others, but there is no good scientific evidence to support most of these uses. There is also no good evidence to support using ashwagandha for COVID-19.

Don't confuse ashwagandha with Physalis alkekengi. Both are known as winter cherry. Also, don't confuse ashwagandha with American ginseng, Panax ginseng, or eleuthero.

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Uses & Effectiveness

Possibly Effective for

A type of persistent anxiety marked by exaggerated worry and tension (generalized anxiety disorder or GAD). Taking ashwagandha by mouth seems to improve anxiety in people with persistent anxiety.
Insomnia. Taking ashwagandha by mouth seems to improve overall sleep and sleep quality in some people.
Stress. Taking ashwagandha by mouth seems to help reduce stress in some people. It might also help reduce stress-related weight gain.

There is interest in using ashwagandha for a number of other purposes, but there isn't enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.

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Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Ashwagandha is possibly safe when used for up to 3 months. The long-term safety of ashwagandha is not known. Large doses of ashwagandha might cause stomach upset, diarrhea, and vomiting. Rarely, liver problems, including severe liver failure and a need for liver transplantation, might occur.

When applied to the skin: Lotion containing ashwagandha is possibly safe when used for up to 2 months.

Special Precautions and Warnings 

When taken by mouth: Ashwagandha is possibly safe when used for up to 3 months. The long-term safety of ashwagandha is not known. Large doses of ashwagandha might cause stomach upset, diarrhea, and vomiting. Rarely, liver problems, including severe liver failure and a need for liver transplantation, might occur.

When applied to the skin: Lotion containing ashwagandha is possibly safe when used for up to 2 months.

Pregnancy: It is likely unsafe to use ashwagandha when pregnant. There is some evidence that ashwagandha might cause miscarriages.

Breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if ashwagandha is safe to use when breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Interactions

Moderate Interaction

Be cautious with this combination

Medications that decrease the immune system (Immunosuppressants) interacts with ASHWAGANDHA

Ashwagandha can increase the activity of the immune system. Some medications, such as those used after a transplant, decrease the activity of the immune system. Taking ashwagandha along with these medications might decrease the effects of these medications.

Sedative medications (Benzodiazepines) interacts with ASHWAGANDHA

Ashwagandha might cause sleepiness and slowed breathing. Some medications, called sedatives, can also cause sleepiness and slowed breathing. Taking ashwagandha with sedative medications might cause breathing problems and/or too much sleepiness.

Sedative medications (CNS depressants) interacts with ASHWAGANDHA

Ashwagandha might cause sleepiness and slowed breathing. Some medications, called sedatives, can also cause sleepiness and slowed breathing. Taking ashwagandha with sedative medications might cause breathing problems and/or too much sleepiness.

Thyroid hormone interacts with ASHWAGANDHA

The body naturally produces thyroid hormones. Ashwagandha might increase how much thyroid hormone the body produces. Taking ashwagandha with thyroid hormone pills might cause too much thyroid hormone in the body, and increase the effects and side effects of thyroid hormone.

Medications for diabetes (Antidiabetes drugs) interacts with ASHWAGANDHA

Ashwagandha might lower blood sugar levels. Taking ashwagandha along with diabetes medications might cause blood sugar to drop too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely.

Medications for high blood pressure (Antihypertensive drugs) interacts with ASHWAGANDHA

Ashwagandha might lower blood pressure. Taking ashwagandha along with medications that lower blood pressure might cause blood pressure to go too low. Monitor your blood pressure closely.

Dosing

Ashwagandha has most often been used by adults in doses up to 1000 mg daily, for up to 12 weeks. Speak with a healthcare provider to find out what dose might be best for a specific condition.

Ref: WebMD

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Shankhpushpi (Syrup by Dabur)

Dabur Shankhpushpi Syrup is an Ayurvedic formulation that can help improve learning and concentration. It can be beneficial for reducing mental fatigue.

Key Ingredients in Dabur Formulation

1. Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis, PL.)

2. Brahmi (Hydrocotyle asiatica, PL.)

3. Nimbu Satva (Citrus limon, Satva)

4. Sharkara

5. Water

6. Preservatives: Sodium methylparaben I.P., Sodium propylparaben I.P.

Ingredients in Baidyanath formulation
Each 5 ml contains:
# Shankha Pushpi (125 mg)
# Brahmi (3 mg)

Indications

# Improving learning and concentration

# Reducing mental fatigue

Indications Suggested by Baidyanath

1. Promotoes concentration

2. Improves grasping power 

3. Improves memory

4. Keeps you alert and sharp 

Key Benefits

The syrup can help improve learning and concentration

It may aid in minimising mental fatigue

It can improve overall health and well-being

Ref: 1mg.com

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Brahmi

Brahmi (derived from the name of Lord Brahma and Goddess Saraswati) is a perennial herb most well known for its memory enhancing property.
Brahmi tea that is made by brewing Brahmi leaves helps to manage cold, chest congestion and bronchitis by clearing out the mucus from the air passages which helps ease breathing. It also reduces pain and inflammation in the throat and respiratory tracts due to its anti-inflammatory property. Taking Brahmi powder along with milk helps improve brain functions by preventing brain cell damage caused by free radicals due to its antioxidant property.

It is used as a memory enhancer and brain tonic for kids due to its property to improve cognition.
Applying Brahmi oil to the scalp helps prevent hair loss as it nourishes and provides strength to the hair. It also disinfects the skin and speeds up the healing process when applied externally.
Excessive intake of Brahmi should be avoided as it may cause nausea and dry mouth.

What are the synonyms of Brahmi?

Bacopa Monnieri, Babies tear, Bacopa, Herpestis monniera, Water hyssop, Sambarenu.

What is the source of Brahmi?

Plant Based

Benefits of Brahmi

What are the benefits of Brahmi for Age related memory loss?

Modern Science View
Brahmi may be useful in managing age-related memory loss due to the presence of antioxidants. It may reduce the damage caused because of free radicals and enhance learning and retaining potential in older people. Brahmi may also be useful in reducing the accumulation of a protein responsible for Alzheimer’s disease.

Ayurvedic View
Brahmi helps in managing age-related memory loss when used on a regular basis. According to Ayurveda, the nervous system is controlled by Vata. An imbalance of Vata leads to weak memory or poor mental alertness. Brahmi is useful to enhance memory and gives instant mental alertness. This is due to its Vata balancing and Medhya (improve intelligence) properties.

What are the benefits of Brahmi for Irritable bowel syndrome?

Modern Science View
Brahmi has the property of managing intestinal spasms. It may provide temporary relief from the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), however, it does not treat IBS permanently.

What are the benefits of Brahmi for Anxiety?

Modern Science View
Brahmi may be useful in managing anxiety due to its anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) property. It may reduce the symptoms of anxiety and mental fatigue while increasing memory span. Brahmi may also prevent neuroinflammation (inflammation of the nervous tissue) which is responsible for anxiety.

Ayurvedic View
Brahmi is useful to manage the symptoms of anxiety. According to Ayurveda, Vata governs all the movement and actions of the body and nervous system respectively. Anxiety is mainly due to Vata imbalance. Brahmi helps to balance Vata and gives a calming effect on the nervous system.

What are the benefits of Brahmi for Epilepsy/Seizures?

Modern Science View
Brahmi is rich in antioxidants that protect the brain cells. During an epileptic attack, production and activity of certain genes and their proteins gets reduced. Brahmi stimulates these genes, proteins and pathways thereby reversing the probable cause and effects of epilepsy.

Ayurvedic View
Brahmi helps to manage the symptoms of epilepsy. In Ayurveda, epilepsy is termed as Apasmara. Epileptic patients experience episodes of seizures. A seizure is due to an abnormal electrical activity in the brain leading to uncontrollable and rapid body movements. This might even lead to unconsciousness. Epilepsy involves all the three doshas-Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Brahmi helps to balance all the three doshas and reduces the episodes of seizures. Brahmi also helps to maintain healthy brain function because of Medhya (improve intelligence) property.

What are the benefits of Brahmi for Asthma?

Modern Science View
Brahmi may be useful in managing asthma due to its antiasthmatic property. It relaxes the respiratory tract and also helps to manage allergic conditions.

Ayurvedic View
Brahmi helps to reduce the symptoms of asthma. According to Ayurveda, the main doshas involved in asthma are Vata and Kapha. The vitiated ‘Vata’ combines with deranged ‘Kapha dosha’ in the lungs causing obstruction in the respiratory passage. This results in difficulty in the breath. This condition is known as Swas Roga or Asthma. Brahmi helps to calm Vata-Kapha and removes excess mucus from the lungs. This gives relief from the symptoms of asthma.

What are the benefits of Brahmi for Improving sexual performance?

Modern Science View
Brahmi may be useful in managing certain sexual problems. In males, it improves sperm quality and sperm concentration. In females, it may be useful in managing infertility. Brahmi may also stimulate sex drive.

What are the benefits of Brahmi for Pain relief?

Modern Science View
Brahmi may be useful in managing chronic pains due to its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. It may also be useful in managing pain caused due to nerve damage or injury. Brahmi blocks the detection of pain by nerve cells thereby reducing pain.

What are the benefits of Brahmi for Hoarseness of voice?

Modern Science View
Although enough scientific evidence is not available, in traditional medicine, Brahmi may be useful in managing hoarseness of voice.

What are the benefits of Brahmi for Depression?

Modern Science View
Brahmi has neuroprotective, anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) and antidepressant properties. These properties may be useful in managing mental illnesses like anxiety, depression and insanity. Brahmi may be useful in promoting mental health, intellect and improving memory.

Ayurvedic View
Brahmi helps to reduce the symptoms of mental illness like anxiety and depression. According to Ayurveda the nervous system is controlled by Vata and imbalance of Vata causes mental illness. Brahmi helps in balancing Vata and controlling the symptoms of mental illness. Brahmi also maintains healthy brain function because of its Medhya (improve intelligence) property.
How effective is Brahmi?
Likely effective
Age related memory loss
Likely ineffective
Irritable bowel syndrome
Insufficient evidence
Anxiety, Asthma, Depression, Epilepsy/Seizures, Hoarseness of voice, Improving sexual performance, Pain relief
Precautions when using Brahmi
Other Interaction
scientific
Modern Science View
Brahmi may increase the level of thyroid hormone. So it is generally advised to monitor your TSH level while taking Brahmi along with thyroid drugs[6].
scientific
Modern Science View
Brahmi may interact with sedatives. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Brahmi along with sedatives[6].
scientific
Modern Science View
Brahmi may interact with liver functioning. So it is generally advised to monitor your liver functions while taking Brahmi along with hepatoprotective drugs[6].
scientific
Modern Science View
Brahmi may increase stomach and intestinal secretions. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Brahmi if you have stomach ulcers[5].
scientific
Modern Science View
Brahmi may increase the fluid secretion in lungs. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Brahmi if you have asthma or emphysema[5].
Patients with heart disease
scientific
Modern Science View
Brahmi may decrease the heart rate. So it is generally advised to monitor your heart rate regularly while taking Brahmi[5].
Side Effects
Important
scientific
Modern Science View
1. Dry mouth
2. Nausea
3. Thirst
4. Palpitations[6].
Recommended Dosage of Brahmi

    Brahmi Juice - 2-4 teaspoons once a day.
    Brahmi Churna - ¼-½ teaspoon twice a day.
    Brahmi Capsule - 1-2 capsules twice a day.
    Brahmi Tablet - 1-2 tablets twice a day.
    Brahmi Infusion - 3-4 teaspoons once or twice a day.

How to use Brahmi
1. Brahmi Fresh Juice
a. Take 2-4 teaspoons of Brahmi fresh juice.
b. Add equal quantity of water to it and drink once a day before food.

2. Brahmi Churna
a. Take ¼-½ teaspoon Brahmi churna.
b. Swallow it with honey before or after lunch and dinner.

3. Brahmi Capsule
a. Take 1-2 Brahmi capsule.
b. Swallow it with milk before or after lunch and dinner.

4. Brahmi Tablet
a. Take 1-2 Brahmi tablet.
b. Swallow it milk before or after lunch and dinner.

5. Brahmi Cold Infusion
a. Take 3-4 teaspoons Brahmi cold infusion.
b. Add water or honey and drink before lunch and dinner.
Benefits of Brahmi
1. Sunburn
Brahmi is useful for fighting against sunburn. According to Ayurveda, Sunburn occurs due to the aggravation of Pitta dosha because of continuous exposure to the sun. Applying Brahmi oil gives an excellent cooling effect and reduces burning sensation. This is due to its Sita (cold) and Ropan (healing) nature.
Tips:
A. Brahmi oil
i. Take 2-4 drops of Brahmi oil or as per your requirement.
ii. Mix with coconut oil.
iii. Apply on the affected area once or twice a day to get immediate relief from sunburn.

B. Brahmi Powder
i. Take 1-2 teaspoon Brahmi powder.
ii. Mix with rose water and make a paste.
iii. Apply it on the affected area for quick healing of sunburn.

2. Hair loss
Brahmi oil helps to control hair fall and promote hair growth when applied to the scalp. This is because hair fall is mainly due to an aggravated Vata dosha in the body. Brahmi oil acts on hair fall by balancing Vata dosha. It also helps remove excessive dryness. This is due to its Snigdha (oily) and Ropan (healing) properties.

3. Headache
A massage with the paste of Brahmi leaves or its oil on the head helps to reduce headache especially that starts in your temples and spreads to the central part of your head. This is because of Sita (cold) potency of Brahmi. It helps to remove Pitta aggravating factors and reduces headache.
Tips:
1. Take 1-2 teaspoon of paste of fresh leaves of Brahmi.
2. Mix with water and apply on the forehead.
3. Leave for at least 1-2 hours.
4. Wash it with plain water.
5. Repeat this once or twice a day to get relief from a headache.
Precautions when using Brahmi
Allergy
scientific
Modern Science View
Avoid the use of Brahmi or consult a doctor before taking Brahmi if you are allergic to it[6].
ayurvedic
Ayurvedic View
A paste or powder of Brahmi leaves should be used with milk or honey if your skin is hypersensitive.
ayurvedic
Ayurvedic View
Brahmi oil should be used after diluting with coconut oil before applying on the skin or scalp.
Recommended Dosage of Brahmi

    Brahmi Juice - 1-2 teaspoon or as per your requirement.
    Brahmi Oil - ½-1 teaspoon or as per your requirement.
    Brahmi Paste - ½-1 teaspoon or as per your requirement.
    Brahmi Powder - ½-1 teaspoon or as per your requirement.

How to use Brahmi
1. Brahmi Paste with Rose Water
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon of Brahmi fresh paste.
b. Mix it with rose water and apply on the face.
c. Let it sit for 4-6 minutes.
d. Wash thoroughly with plain water.
e. Use this remedy 1-3 times a week.

2. Brahmi Oil
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon of Brahmi oil.
b. Massage gently on the scalp and hair.
c. Repeat this 1 to 3 times a week.
Frequently asked questions
Q. What are the chemical constituents of Brahmi?
scientific
Modern Science View
Major alkaloids of Brahmi are Brahmine and Saponins such as Bacposide A and B which improve the nootropic function (agents that enhance memory, creativity and motivation). This makes it Brahmi a good brain tonic[7].
Q. What are the various forms of Brahmi that are available in the market?
scientific
Modern Science View
Brahmi is available in the market in the following forms:
1. Oil
2. Juice
3. Powder(Churna)
4. Tablet
5. Capsule
6. Sharbat
Q. Can I take Brahmi on an empty stomach?
scientific
Modern Science View
Yes, Brahmi can be taken on an empty stomach. In fact taking Brahmi on an empty stomach is even better as it aids better absorption.
Q. Can Brahmi be taken with milk?
scientific
Modern Science View
Yes, Brahmi can be taken with milk. Adding Brahmi to milk makes it a good tonic for the brain. This is due to its cooling effects.
Q. Can Brahmi and Ashwagandha taken together?
scientific
Modern Science View
Yes, Brahmi and Ashwagandha can be taken together. This combination works to boost the brain activity.
ayurvedic
Ayurvedic View
Yes, Brahmi and Ashwagandha can take together because both help to maintain healthy function of the brain if your digestive is good otherwise these might increase your digestive problem.
Q. Is Brahmi good for hair?
ayurvedic
Ayurvedic View
Brahmi helps to control hair fall and enhance hair growth due to its Rasayana (rejuvenating) properties. Brahmi also has Sita (cold) potency and helps to balance excessive Pitta, the main reason behind hair problems.

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1: Hair Fall Treatment

1. Tinfal (Biotin and Folic Acid tablet)
2. Biotin with L-Cysteine and Mineral Tablets
3. Hair fall treatment through nutraceuticals (Keraglo and Follihair tablets)
4. Hair fall and Folliserum FAQs
5. Folliserum Ingredients (Apr 2021)
6. Triclenz Shampoo (Sulphate Free Hair Cleanser by Curatio)

2: Pain Management

S2.1. Paracetamol

1. Medical science does not know yet how paracetamol works
2. Crocin Pain Relief (by GSK, Caffeine (50mg) + Paracetamol (650mg))
3. Calpol 650mg Tablet (Paracetamol)
4. Paracip 500 Tablet
   Salt: Paracetamol (500mg) (aka Acetaminophen)
   Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd

S2.2. Diclofenac

1. Voveran SR 100 Tablet
2. Volflam Plus (Diclofenac Sodium and Paracetamol)
3. Diclomol (Pain Killer)
   SALT: Diclofenac (50mg) + Paracetamol (325mg)
4. Diclogem Tablet (Diclofenac (50mg) + Paracetamol (325mg))

S2.3. Salt: Aceclofenac

1. Zerodol (Aceclofenac Tablets IP 100mg)
2. Asomak Variants For Pain Management (P, XP and T)
3. Aclopen 100mg Tablet
   MANUFACTURER: Morepen Laboratories Ltd
   SALT COMPOSITION: Aceclofenac (100mg)
   USES OF ACLOPEN TABLET: Pain relief
   Chemical Class: Dichlorobenzenes Derivative
   Habit Forming: No
   Therapeutic Class: PAIN ANALGESICS
   Action Class: NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (acetic acid)
4. Aclopen Plus 100 mg/500 mg Tablet
   MANUFACTURER: Morepen Laboratories Ltd
   SALT COMPOSITION: Aceclofenac (100mg) + Paracetamol (500mg)
   
5. Aldigesic P Tablet

S2.4. Salt: Tramadol

1. Tramef P (Paracetamol 325 mg + Tramadol 37.5 mg) Tablet
2. ExtraCET Tablet
   COMPOSITION 1: Paracetamol 325 mg + Tramadol 37.5 mg
   COMPOSITION 2: Paracetamol 500 mg + Tramadol 50 mg
   Manufacturer: Wings Bio Tech (New Delhi)
3. Tramadol Hydrochloride USP (United States Pharmacopeia) 50 mg Tablet
   Manufacturer: Healer's Lab Unit II

S2.5. Drug: Saridon

1. Saridon Tablet (combination medicine)
2. Maximum Dosage of Saridon Pill (Jun 2021)
3. Propyphenazone (Salt)

S2.6. Miscellaneous

1. Are NSAIDs bad for liver and kidney?
2. Iodex Pain Relief Balm
3. Brufen 200 (Ibuprofen for Fever and Pain)
4. Meftal-Forte Tablet (Mefenamic Acid (500mg) + Paracetamol (325mg))
5. Nimulid-MD Tablet
   Salt: Nimesulide (100mg)
6. Lupiflex 4 Tablet
7. Chlorzoxazone (Salt)

3: Psychiatric Medications

# Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor

3.1: Paroxetine (Salt)

1. Pari 10 (Paroxetine in Tablet Form)
2. Pari CR 12.5 Tablet
3. Paxidep CR (Paroxetine for Anxiety and Depression)
4. Xet CR 25 (Paroxetine)

3.2: Salt: Escitalopram Oxalate (SSRI)

1. Nexito 10 Tablet (Escitalopram Oxalate)
2. Nexito Plus Tablet (Clonazepam (0.5mg) + Escitalopram Oxalate (5mg))
3. Petril Plus Tablet
   Clonazepam (0.5mg) + Escitalopram Oxalate (10mg)

3.3: Salt: Fluoxetine (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor)

1. Fluoxetine (SSRI)
2. Fludac (Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd)
3. Flunil (Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd)

3.4 Serotonin Modulator and Stimulator

1. Vantaxa 5 (Vortioxetine) Tablet

3.5: Clonazepam

1. Zapiz (Psychiatry)
2. Petril-MD 0.25
   MD: Mouth Dissolving
   Manufacturer: Micro Labs Limited
   Salt: Clonazepam (0.25 mg)
   Color: Yellow Oxide of Iron
   
3. Petril-MD 0.5
4. Rivotril 0.5mg Tablet
5. Lonazep 0.5 Tablet (Clonazepam)
   By: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
6. Melzap MD 0.5 Tablet
   MANUFACTURER: Alkem Laboratories Ltd
   SALT COMPOSITION: Clonazepam (0.5mg)

3.6: Combination of 'Paroxetine and Clonazepam'

1. Pari CR Plus (Paroxetine and Clonazepam)
2. Xet CR Plus 25 Capsule (Paroxetine and Clonazepam)

What is the main difference between the two types of antipsychotics?
The main difference between the two types of antipsychotics is that the first generation drugs block dopamine and the second generation drugs block dopamine and also affect serotonin levels.

3.7: Typical Anti-pychotics (First Generation Anti-psychotics)

1. Haldol (first generation antipsychotic (FGA) or typical antipsychotic)
2. TriniCalm Plus and NeoCalm Plus
   Salt: Trifluoperazine (5mg) + Trihexyphenidyl (2mg)
   Alternative name for Trihexyphenidyl: Benzhexol hydrochloride (antispasmodic drug)

3.8: Atypical Anti-psychotic

1. Aripiprazole (Anti-psychotic)
   Brand names: Abilify and Aristada
2. Arip MT 10 (Salt: Aripiprazole)
3. Cariprazine (Salt) (from Wikipedia in Feb 2023)
4. Carispec capsule 1.5mg
5. Risperidone (Salt) from 1mg.com (Jul 2022)
6. Sizodon MD 0.5 Tablet (Salt: Risperidone)
7. Respidon (Risperidone by Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd)

3.9: Salt: Propranolol

1. Propranolol
2. Petril Beta: 10 (Combination Medicine: Clonazepam 0.25mg + Propranolol 10mg)
3. Petril Beta 20 Tablet (Combination Medicine: Clonazepam 0.25 mg + Propranolol 20 mg)

3.10: Benzodiazepine

1. Alprax 0.25 (Alprazolam for Anxiety and Panic Disorder)
2. Trapex 1mg Tablet (Lorazepam)
3. Librium 10 Tablet (benzodiazepine)
4. Refer Section S4.2 for Clonazepam.

3.11: Salt: Pregabalin

1. Pregabalin Tablets 75 mg
   Manufacturer: Unimarck Healthcare Ltd.
   Color: Titanium Dioxide (White)
2. Pregabid Tablet
   Composition: 75 mg / 82.5 mg
   Manufacturer: Intas Pharmaceutical
   Color: Indigo Carmine Aluminium Hydroxide
3. P GABI-75 Tablet

3.12: Salt: Trihexyphenidyl

1. Trihexyphenidyl is used alone or together with other medicines (e.g., levodopa) to treat Parkinson's disease. By improving muscle control and reducing stiffness, this medicine allows more normal movements of the body as the disease symptoms are reduced.
   Trihexyphenidyl is an antispasmodic drug used to treat stiffness, tremors, spasms, and poor muscle control. It is an agent of the antimuscarinic class and is often used in management of Parkinson's disease. It was approved by the FDA for the treatment of Parkinson's in the US in 2003.
   Composition: 2 mg
   Color: Titanium Dioxide
   Manufacturer: Zee Laboratories Ltd.

3.13: Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder (BPAD) is a serious mental disorder characterized by episodes of depression, hypomania/mania and mixed episodes, with interepisodic recovery. However, many patients with BPAD continue to exhibit residual symptoms in the interepisodic period.

1. Betacap TR 20 Capsule (Propranolol)
2. Clonotril 0.5 Tablet (Clonazepam)
3. Lithosun 300 Tablet (Lithium carbonate)
4. Valprol - CR 500 Tablet
   Sodium Valproate (333mg) + Valproic Acid (145mg)

4: Ayurvedic Medicine For Mental Wellbeing

1. Ashwagandha
2. Brahmi
3. Shankhpushpi (Syrup from Dabur)

5: Dermatology (Skin)

5.1: Anti-fungal Salt Itraconazole

1. Itraconazole Gel
2. Itradila (Itraconazole Capsules BP 100mg)
3. Otraderm-100 (Itraconazole Capsules)
4. Itraconazole Capsule (Itracip 100)
5. Itraconazole Capsules BP 200 mg
   Itracip 200 (By: Cipla)

5.2: Anti-fungal

1. Luliconazole
2. Fluconazole (Fluka-150 tablet for fungal infection by Cipla)
3. AF 400 Tablet (Fluconazole (400mg))
4. Keto Scalp Plus (Ketoconazole Cream)
5. Dermiford Cream
6. Nanoderm 5 (Topical Cream)
7. Betamethasone (Salt Information)
   
   • Betasalic (Combination medicine by Cipla)
     Salt: Betamethasone + Salicylic acid
   • Betamethasone Dipropionate Cream IP
     Manufacturer: Curetech Skincare
   • Betamethasone Valerate Cream I.P.
     Brand Name: Betnovate
     Manufacturer: GlaxoSmithKline (GSK)
8. OINA-TF Ointment

5.3: Anti-fungal soaps

1. Candid Medicated Soap (Clotrimazole 1% W/W)
2. Ketocip Shampoo

5.4: Miscellaneous

1. Clocip-B Cream (combination medicine)
2. Laboderm-OC
3. Apollo Itch Prevention Cream
4. Clobetasol Propionate, Miconazole Nitrate and Neomycin Cream (for Allergy)
5. Clobenate-GM (Anti-fungal, Anti-allergic, Anti-biotic)
6. Derma-KT Neo (Antibiotics, Antifungals & Antiparasites)
7. Itch Guard Plus Cream (Menthol and Terbinafine)
8. Herpikind Ointment
9. NO SCARS Cream
10. Melas Alfa 10 Grams Cream
11. Hand Sanitizer

6: Gastro Intestinal

6.1: Antiemetic

1. Domperidone
2. Vomiford-MD Ondansteron Tablet
3. Ondem MD 4 Tablet
   Manufacturer: Alkem Laboratories Ltd
   SALT COMPOSITION: Ondansetron (4mg)

6.2: Ayurvedic

1. Kayam Tablet (for constipation)
2. Himalaya Liv.52 Syrup (for appetite, growth and weight gain)

6.3: Oral Ulcer

1. Orasore Mouth Ulcer Tablet
2. Smyle Mouth Ulcer Gel
3. Anabel-CT Gel

6.4: Gastroesophageal reflux disease

1. Pantosec D SR Capsule (Peptic ulcer and Acid reflux)
2. Pantocid DSR Capsule
   Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
   SALT COMPOSITION: Domperidone (30mg) + Pantoprazole (40mg)
   Pantoprazole is a type of medicine called a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). Proton pumps are enzymes in the lining of your stomach that help it make acid to digest your food. Pantoprazole prevents proton pumps from working properly. This reduces the amount of acid the stomach makes.
3. Nexorab IT Capsules (GERD)
4. Rabeprazole (Salt)
5. Mucaine Gel Mint Sugar Free

6.5: Misc

1. Nexpro RD 40 Capsule SR
2. Omez Capsule
3. Electral Powder (ORS based on WHO formula)
4. Norpex TZ (for Diarrhea)
   Salt: Norfloxacin (400mg) + Tinidazole (600mg) + Beta-Cyclodextrin (10mg)
5. Ciprobid 500 (Ciprofloxacin Tablet (Anti-biotic))

7: Allergy

7.1: Levocetirizine

1. Okacet-L (Levocetirizine for allergy)
2. LCZ Tablet (Levocetirizine (5mg))
3. LIV-CET 5 Tablet
   Levocetirizine (5mg) by Morepen Laboratories Ltd
4. Levosiz Tablet
   Manufacturer: Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd
   SALT: Levocetirizine (5mg)

7.2: Miscellaneous

1. Allergic Sneezing
2. Cetrizine (Salt)

8: Respiratory

8.1: Salt: Amoxycillin

1. Amoxycillin for Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
2. Clavam 625 (Amoxycillin (500mg) + Clavulanic Acid (125mg))
3. Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet [Amoxycillin (500mg) + Clavulanic Acid (125mg)]
4. Avamox (by Sanjay Biotech)

8.2: Cough Syrup

Ayurvedic Cough Solutions

1. Dabur Honitus (Ayurvedic solution to cough)
2. AP Cough Syrup
   Ingredients: Honey + Tulsi + Sunthi + Banafsa
   Manufacturer: APOLLO HOSPITALS ENTERPRISES LTD

Dry Cough

1. Glencoff-DX Cough Syrup (combination medicine)
   Salt Info: Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (cough suppressant and dissociative hallucinogen) + Chlorephinaramine Maleate (antihistamine)
2. Alex Syrup (Dry Cough)

Salt Combinations with Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide as one of the constituents

1. Ventoranz DX Syrup
   Marketer: Alkem Laboratories Ltd
   SALT COMPOSITION: Phenylephrine (5mg/5ml) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg/5ml) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (15mg/5ml)
   Ventoranz DX Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide.
   Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
   Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing.
   Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant which relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain.

Wet Cough

Salt: Ambroxol

1. Ambrodil Syrup
   MANUFACTURER: Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
   SALT COMPOSITION: Ambroxol (30 mg / 5 ml) [30 mg every 5 ml]
   Chemical Class: Phenylmethylamine Derivative
   Habit Forming: No
   Therapeutic Class: RESPIRATORY
   Action Class: Mucolytics
2. Mucolite (Ambroxol Hydrochloride)

Salt Combinations with Ambroxol Hydrochloride as one of the constituents

1. Tusq-X Plus Expectorant
   SALT COMPOSITION: Ambroxol (15mg/5ml) [mucolytic] + Guaifenesin (50mg/5ml) [expectorant] + Terbutaline (1.25mg/5ml) [bronchodilator]
2. Ascodex LS Expectorant
   Manufacturer: Glenmark
   SALT COMPOSITION: Levosalbutamol (1mg/5ml) + Ambroxol (30mg/5ml) + Guaifenesin (50mg/5ml)
   Ascodex LS Expectorant is a combination of three medicines: Levosalbutamol, Ambroxol and Guaifenesin which relieve cough with mucus.
   Levosalbutamol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways.
   Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out.
   Guaifenesin is an expectorant which decreases the stickiness of mucus (phlegm) and helps in its removal from the airways.

Miscellaneous on Cough Syrup

1. Listing of Seven Cough Syrups and Comparison
2. Kuffdryl Syrup 100 ml
3. Coughchoice-D Syrup, 100 ml
4. Tucin D Syrup
5. Bestorex-DX Cough Syrup
6. Cofdex Syrup
7. Bro-cofdex Syrup

8.3: Common Cold

1. Sinarest Tablet
2. Medler Tablet
3. Cheston Cold and Flu (Tablet)
4. Naselin Nasal Spray

8.4: Miscellaneous

1. Azicip 500 (Azithromycin)
2. Montair-LC Tablet
3. Medication for Omicron Variant of Corona Virus (Jan 2022)
4. Cefixime Tab 200mg (Anti-bacterial)

9: Oral / Mouth

1. Over-The-Counter Medicated Toothpastes for Pyorrhoea
2. Orasore Mouth Ulcer Relief Gel
   By: Wings Pharma
   Salt: Choline Salicylate and Lignocaine Hydrochloride Gel

X: Misc

1. Suhagra 50

S4: Monitoring Effects of Psychiatric Medications

Psychiatry is the branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental, emotional and behavioral disorders. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (an M.D. or D.O.) who specializes in mental health, including substance use disorders.

Trinicalm Plus

1. 20210315 - Monitoring effects of Trinicalm Plus
2. 20210416 - Monitoring effects of Trinicalm Plus
3. 20210501 - Monitoring effects of Trinicalm Plus
4. 20210510 - Monitoring effects of Trinicalm Plus
5. 20210512 - Monitoring effects of Trinicalm Plus
6. 20210518 - Monitoring effects of Trinicalm Plus
7. 20210523 - Monitoring effects of Trinicalm Plus
8. 20210526 - Monitoring effects of 0.5 Trinicalm Plus
9. 20210527 - Monitoring effects of 0.5 Trinicalm Plus

Pexep Cr 12.5

1. 20210316 - Monitoring effects of Pexep Cr 12.5
2. 20210317 - Monitoring effects of Pexep Cr 12.5

S9: Nutraceuticals

S9.1. Salt: Cholecalciferol (aka Vitamin D3)

1. Calciquick D3 60K Capsule
2. Calcitas - D3 Soft Gelatin Capsule
3. Cholecalciferol Granules 60K IU/gm
   Manufacturer: Cadila Pharmaceuticals
   Price as in Jul 2022: 57 INR

S9.2. Salt: Calcium

1. Cipcal 500 (Elemental Calcium: 500 mg, Vitamin D3: 250 IU)
2. Revol-C Suspension
   Salt Composition:
   Each 5 ml contains:
   Calcium Carbonate IP
   Eq. to elemental calcium : 250 mg
   Vitamin D3 IP: 125 I.U.
   Color: Erythrosine
   Manufacturer: Mascot Health Series Pvt. Ltd.

S9.3. Salt: Miscellaneous

1. Celin Chewable 500mg Vitamin-C Tablet
2. Riconia LP Tablet

S10: Bleeding

1. Tranex 500 Tablet (Tranexamic Acid)
2. Tranefit 500mg Tablet (Tranexamic Acid)

S11: Wounds And Cuts

1. Povidone-Iodine Ointment
   
   • Cipladine
     Water-soluble Microbicidal ointment
     Povidone-Iodine Ointment USP 5% w-by-w
   • Betadine
     Microbicidal Water-soluble ointment
     Povidone-Iodine Ointment USP 10% w-by-w

S12: High Blood Pressure

1. Amlokind 5 Tablet (Salt: Amlodipine)

S13: Ophthal (Related to eyes)

1. Lariago 250mg Tablet (anti-parasitic for Malaria)
   Malarial retinopathy is a diagnosis factor of severe P. falciparum infection, usually associated with brain involvement. In addition, it constitutes a prognosis indicator, since retinal changes correlate with the severity of the underlying condition, duration of altered state of consciousness and mortality.
2. Lubrifresh Eye Drop
   For irritation in eyes due to dust or wind. Cause: dry eyes.

S14: First Aid During Typhoid Fever

1. Oxy G Capsule (Nutraceutical)
2. Ducef 500 (Cefuroxime)
3. Ranitin 150 Tablet
4. Safexim 200 (Cefixime Dispersible, Abbott)

S15: Medicine for Dogs

1. E6 Lotion for Dogs
2. SkyEc Care Best Shampoo for Dogs & Cats
3. SkyEc Tick Free Powder
4. SkyCal (Pet Liquid for Stronger Bones)
5. Star Coat (Skin and Coat Tonic for Dogs)
6. Hatzine 50 (Hydroxyzine)
7. Clindahat 250 (Clindamycin)
8. Chicken and milk sticks for Moti (8-Sep-2022)
9. Moti's (dog) prescription for allergy and vaccination (2022-Sep-04)
10. Moti's prescription for itching, ticks, allergy and hairless patches (2022-Sep-08)
11. Filexin-L (Cephalexin and Lactic Acid Bacillus Tablets) For Dogs
12. Kiskin lotion for dogs

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