List of 50 Famous Bhasma Preparations in Ayurveda

List of 50 famous Bhasma (calcined Ayurvedic preparations) widely used in Ayurvedic Rasashastra and clinical practice. These are fine, potent ash-like powders prepared from metals, minerals, gems, and animal derivatives after purification (śodhana) and calcination (māraṇa). They are known for their deep tissue action, high potency, and micro-dosage efficacy.


List of 50 Famous Bhasma Preparations in Ayurveda

Sl. No. Bhasma Name Primary Use / Indications
1. Swarna Bhasma Rasayana, immunity, anti-aging, infertility, neurological issues
2. Rajata Bhasma Epilepsy, anxiety, mental disorders
3. Tamra Bhasma Liver disorders, obesity, ascites
4. Vanga Bhasma Genito-urinary issues, diabetes, impotence
5. Naga Bhasma Diabetes, spermatorrhea, anemia
6. Yashada Bhasma Diabetes, skin disorders, eye disorders
7. Abhraka Bhasma Respiratory, chronic fever, Rasayana, TB
8. Māndura Bhasma Anemia, liver disease, splenomegaly
9. Lauha Bhasma Anemia, general debility, menstrual disorders
10. Kanta Lauha Bhasma Similar to Lauha; more potent in chronic conditions
11. Kasisa Bhasma Iron deficiency, menstrual issues
12. Trivanga Bhasma Urinary disorders, diabetes, sexual weakness
13. Makshika Bhasma Liver diseases, anemia, prameha
14. Karpura Rasa Bhasma Fever, skin diseases, viral infections
15. Godanti Bhasma Headache, fever, leucorrhea, calcium deficiency
16. Shankha Bhasma Hyperacidity, indigestion, peptic ulcers
17. Kapardika Bhasma Acidity, IBS, gastric issues
18. Shukti Bhasma Calcium source, rickets, acidity
19. Pravala Bhasma Hyperacidity, heartburn, calcium source
20. Mukta Bhasma Rasayana, stress disorders, cardiac tonic
21. Vajra Bhasma Rejuvenative, vitality, infertility
22. Vaikranta Bhasma Neurological, chronic diseases
23. Nilanjana Bhasma Eye diseases, rejuvenation
24. Nila Thotha Bhasma Skin diseases, leprosy
25. Haratala Bhasma Skin conditions, eczema, vitiligo
26. Manashila Bhasma Respiratory and skin disorders
27. Pārada Bhasma (Mercury ash) Rasayana, deep tissue detox
28. Rasa Sindhura Rejuvenative, nervous system disorders
29. Malla Sindhura Fever, debility, liver support
30. Vatsanābha Bhasma Fever, arthritis, pain relief (used in trace doses)
31. Kukkutanda Tvak Bhasma Calcium supplement, osteopenia, bone disorders
32. Mayūrpiccha Bhasma Pediatric tonic, respiratory support
33. Vanga Sindhura Urinary tract disorders, infertility
34. Tamra Sindhura Liver problems, leprosy, chronic skin conditions
35. Naga Sindhura Diabetes, urinary tract disorders
36. Hema Garbha Pottali Multi-purpose Rasayana, immune booster
37. Rajat Garbha Pottali Epilepsy, fatigue, debility
38. Swarna Makshika Bhasma Liver, anemia, jaundice, debility
39. Vanga Makshika Bhasma Urinary, reproductive weakness
40. Panchaloha Bhasma Rejuvenation, general health tonic
41. Sankha Vati (contains Bhasma) Acidity, indigestion
42. Praval Panchamruta Acidity, calcium deficiency, pitta disorders
43. Navayas Lauha Liver conditions, anemia, spleen issues
44. Dhatri Lauha Anemia, eye diseases, Rasayana
45. Siddha Makardhwaja Aphrodisiac, Rasayana, vitality enhancer
46. Rasraj Rasa (contains Bhasma) Paralysis, vata disorders
47. Yogaraja Guggulu (with Bhasmas) Rheumatic, muscular, and vata diseases
48. Ekangaveera Rasa Hemiplegia, facial palsy
49. Trailokya Chintamani Rasa Best Rasayana, Vajikarana
50. Sootashekhara Rasa Migraine, hyperacidity, digestive imbalance

📘 Classical References:

  • Rasa Tarangini

  • Rasa Ratna Samuchchaya

  • Ayurveda Sara Sangraha

  • Bhaishajya Ratnavali

  • Charaka Samhita (conceptual)


🔬 Key Notes on Bhasma:

  • Dosage: Usually in micrograms to 125 mg (very small doses).

  • Anupāna (vehicle): Honey, ghee, milk, decoction depending on bhasma and disease.

  • Quality Check: Rekhapurnatva, Varitaratva, Nischandratva, etc. (Classical Bhasma Parīkṣā).


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