Kokilakshakam Kashaya Tablet

Kokilakshakam Kashaya Tablet

Kokilaksha (Kokilakshakam) Kashaya is an ayurvedic medicine mainly used for hyperuricemia (high uric acid level in the blood) and gouty arthritis. The regular use (3 to 12 weeks) of Kokilaksha Kashayam is highly beneficial for the treatment of gout.

Kokilaksha Kashayam Ingredients

Talmakhana (Kokilaksha) – Asteracantha Longifolia     1 Part
Giloy (Guduchi) – Tinospora Cordifolia    1 Part

Adjuvant: Pippali Churna (Long Pepper Powder) 125 to 500 mg

Reference: BHAISHAJYA RATNAVALI, CHAPTER 27, VATRAKTA CHIKITSA, VERSE – 13
Pharmacological Actions

Kokilaksha Kashayam is likely to increase the elimination of uric acid and other toxins from the body. Secondly, it has anti-inflammatory and detoxifying actions, which helps to reduce inflammation and detoxify the body.

The combination of Talmakhana, Giloy, and Pippali Churna reduces Aam formation in the body, improves digestion, modulates metabolism, and increases the elimination of AMA toxins from the body. Hence, it helps in the management of diseases in which AMA is the main underlying cause.

It is best for patients who suffer from hyperuricemia, gout and rheumatoid arthritis with a feeling of weakness or debility.
n addition, it is also helpful for improving immunity, relieving joint pain, ankle pain, and feet pain accompanying by tenderness and stiffness.
Medicinal Properties

    Antihyperuricemic
    Anti-arthritis or Anti-rheumatic
    Immunomodulatory
    Aam Pachak & (AMA-NASHAK) or detoxifier
    Anti-inflammatory
    Analgesic
    Antioxidant
    Digestive stimulant
    Carminative
    Antacid (when Pippali churna is not added or added in less than 125 mg)
    Febrifuge
    Hepatoprotective
    Hematogenic (helps in formation of red blood cells)

Therapeutic Indications

Kokilaksha Kashayam is indicated in following health conditions:

    Hyperuricemia
    Gout or Gouty arthritis
    Feet pain
    Ankle pain
    Rheumatoid arthritis
    Kidney disease

It provides relief in the following symptoms:

    Joint tenderness
    Joint swelling
    Body stiffness
    Morning stiffness
    Feet pain
    Ankle pain
    Pain in small joints
    Loss of appetite
    Itching occurring in gout and kidney diseases

Dosage & Administration

Kokilaksha Kashayam is available in three preparations:

    Kokilaksha Kashayam Sookshma Churna
    Kokilaksha Kashayam Liquid
    Kokilaksha Kashayam Tablets

Kokilaksha Kashayam Churna

If you are using Kokilaksha Kashayam Churna, then take 10 grams churna in 240 ml water. Boil to reduce it 60 ml Kokilaksha liquid. The dosage is 30 to 60 ml.
The general dosage of Decoction (Kwath) prepared with Kokilaksha Kashayam Churna is as follows.
Children    15 to 30 ml *
Adults    30 to 60 ml *
Maximum Possible Dosage    120 ml Per Day (in divided doses)
* Twice a day
Best Time to Take: Before Food
Adjuvant: Add Pippali Churna 125 to 500 mg
Kokilaksha Kashayam Liquid

Kokilaksha Kashayam Liquid is readymade concentrated decoction and can be used in the following dosage.
The general dosage of Kokilaksha Kashayam readymade Liquid is as follows.
Children    2.5 to 10 ml *
Adults    5 to 15 ml *
Maximum Possible Dosage    30 ml Per Day (in divided doses)
* Twice a day with 4 times boiled and cooled water
Best Time to Take: Before Food
Adjuvant: Add Pippali Churna 125 to 500 mg
Kokilaksha Kashayam Tablets

Kokilaksha Kashayam Tablets are the extract tablets of the Kokilaksha decoction.
The general dosage of Kokilaksha Kashayam Tablets is as follows.
Children    1 tablet *
Adults    2 tablets *
Maximum Possible Dosage    4 tablets Per Day (in divided doses)
* Twice a day with warm water
Best Adjuvant: Lukewarm water and take it with Pippali Churna 125 to 500 mg
Best Time to Take: 30 minutes Before Food
Note: The dosage is according to 1000 mg tablet of Kokilaksha Kashayam.
Safety Profile

All available forms of Kokilaksha Kashayam are considerably safe and well-tolerated in most individuals when Kokilaksha formulations are taken in the recommended dosage under the supervision of an ayurvedic physician. Kokilaksha Kashaya is well suitable for people having Vata dominance in symptoms.
Side Effects

There are no side effects observed with Kokilaksha Kashayam.
Pregnancy & Lactation

The safety profile of Kokilaksha Kashayam is not well established for pregnant women. However, ingredients used in Kokilaksha Kashaya in provided ratio are not likely to cause any side effects during pregnancy. You should consult an ayurvedic physician before using Kokilaksha formulations during pregnancy.

Kokilaksha Kashayam is likely to be safe to consume by lactating mothers. There are no adverse effects reported with the use of Kokilaksha Kwatham in lactating mothers and breastfeeding babies.
Manufactures

Sitaram Ayurveda

Arya Vaidya Sala Kottakkal
Arya Vaidya Nilayam (AVN) Ayurveda Formulations
AVP Coimbatore
Nagarjuna Herbal Concentrates
Everest Pharmaceuticals