Prabhakar is an ayurvedic herbal mineral formulation in the form of a tablet/pill used for the treatment of various heart diseases. In this article, we will share the facts about Prabhakar Vati uses, benefits, ingredients, dose, and side effects and a complete detailed review so that you can decide whether to consider it or not.
Are you suffering from any kind of heart problem? Do you have high BP [ hypertension]? Do you have less blood count or high cholesterol levels? then you should read this article completely to know Prabhakar Vati uses and benefits.
We have used this medicine in thousands of heart patients, and we have seen the outcome of this medicine after consuming it for the prescribed duration of time. In this article, we will share our and our colleague doctors’ experiences and the feedback that we have gotten from the patients.
What is Prabhakar Vati?
Prabhakar Vati is an Ayurvedic medicine used to treat many kinds of heart problems. It acts as a strong heart tonic, prepared using powerful Ayurvedic ingredients like Arjuna swarasa, Shuddha Shilajit, Loha Bhasma, Abhraka Bhasma Swarnamakshika bhasma etc.
The health of the heart is extremely important for a living being Because it pumps blood to every cell of the body which supplies Oxygen and necessary nutrients for being alive.
The heart is one of the main organs of the body which regulates the body By assisting digestion, and secretions of different enzymes and Hormones.
Prabhakar Vati Uses
Generally in our regular clinical practice, we have seen its therapeutic uses in these health conditions.
- Chronic heart disease [CHD]
- Anaemia
- Palpitations
- Hypertension
- High cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- Cardiac Arrhythmia
- Chronic Obstructive pulmonary disease [COPD]
- Obesity
- Inflammation
Prabhakar Vati Benefits
Anaemia
- Anaemia is an abnormal health condition where red blood cells in the bloodstream get significantly low. by this proper nutrition is not made available to every cell of the body. If iron is low in the blood that means less oxygen supply to the cells of the body.
- Prabhakar Vati contains Loha bhasma and Swarna makshika bhasma which is a direct iron supplement for the improvement of red blood cells and whole blood constituents.
High Blood Pressure
The National Health Portal of India has recommended that Prabhakar Vati may help to relieve the symptoms of high blood pressure.
Proper blood pressure means a healthy heart, so maintaining a healthy blood pressure will aid in the proper functioning of the heart and can help to avoid the risks of different kinds of heart disorders.
Heart diseases
The contents of Prabhakar Vati are said to be useful for increasing the strength of heart muscles and act as a tonic for the heart
If the cardiac muscles Get enough strength, They can handle the load easily
If their muscles do not have enough strength it may lead to many heart disorders like heart failure, chronic heart diseases etc.
High Cholesterol levels
- High cholesterol in the blood may lead to severe heart problems, the bad cholesterol gets deposited in the blood vessels of the heart and other parts of the body
- This may lead to severe damage inside the blood vessels and may cause Myocardial Infarction [Heart attack].
- In Ayurveda, we consider this as deposition of Ama [undigested waste/toxin] inside the blood vessels.
- This medicine contains deepana and pachana properties that can help digest the unwanted Ama [undigested waste and toxins] and eliminate them.
Therapeutic Uses of Prabhakara Vati in Ayurveda
- Hridaya (i.e. heart problems)
- Pachana (helps in digestion)
- Deepana (enhances stomach fire)
- Anaha (i.e. bloating)
- Anulomana (improves breathing)
- Rochana(stimulates appetite)
- Mutrakrichra ( treats dysuria)
- Kusthahara (treats skin disease)
- Shothahara (reduces inflammation)
- Mutraghata ( treats urinary obstruction)
- Vibandha ( treats constipation)
- Shoola ( treats abdominal colic)
- Shwasha (relieves breathing difficulties)
- Pandu (treats anaemia)
- Kasahara (Relieves cough)
- Amahara (treats indigestion)
- Mehahara ( treats urinary tract disorder)
- Ashmari ( treats urinary calculi)
- Dahahara (relieves burning sensation)
- Trutahara (relieves excessive thirst)
Effect on Tridosha
It is a powerful Rasaushadhi which helps to balance all the three doshas of Vata, Pitta and Kapha.
Prabhakar Vati Ingredients
Prabhakar Vati contents are
| NAME | SCIENTIFIC NAME |
| Loha Bhasma | Bhasma of Iron |
| Swarna Makshika Bhasma | Bhasma of Copper Iron Pyrite |
| Abhraka Bhasma | Purified and processed Mica |
| Shuddha Shilajit | Asphaltum |
| Arjuna | Terminalia Arjuna |
| Tugakshiri | Bambusa Bambos |
Prabhakar Vati Dosage
- It is a herbal mineral combination formula of Ayurveda medicine
- This medicine is strictly consumed under medical supervision
- Medicine contains heavy metals like Iron, Copper, Mica, Asphaltum which are very powerful ingredients.
- Self-medication is not recommended.
- This medicine is available in tablet form which can be consumed in one or two tablets two times a day after food
- This medicine can be taken with plain water
- Different Adjuvants like water, Honey, or Arjunarishta can be used with medicine according to the different health conditions.
- Keep this medicine in a place where children can’t reach it.
Prabhakar Vati Side effects
- This medicine is safe if taken with a doctor’s supervision
- This medicine Is mainly used in the treatment of cardiac health. That’s why the person who is going to consume this medicine should take primary precautions.
- This medicine contains purified Loha bhasma, abhraka bhasma, Swarna makshika bhasma and Shilajit.
- Self-medication is not recommended
- Consuming more than the prescribed dose may cause stomach irritation, loss of appetite, indigestion, belching and a burning sensation, nausea, and vomiting
- If you want to consume this medicine please consult your doctor for more information and safety.
- Store In a cool and dry place where the direct sunlight can’t reach.
Interaction with Allopathic medicines
- This medicine doesn’t interact with allopathic medicines
- Some medicinal herbs may interact with synthetic compounds of allopathic medicines so consult a doctor for their suggestion.
- It is recommended to take this medicine under the opinion of a Healthcare provider.
- We Suggest our patients maintain a 30-minute interval between ayurvedic medicines and western medicines to avoid any unknown interactions.
Interaction with Homoeopathic medicines
This medicine doesn’t interact with homoeopathic medicines, so this medicine can be considered as safe with them.
Interaction with the Health supplements
- Generally, this tablet/pill is considered as safe with health supplements like multivitamins Omega 3 fatty acids etc
- If you are taking more than one health supplement at a time and you want to take this medicine along with it, Consult your doctor for more information
- Normally we suggest to our patients that if they are taking any health supplements, they should avoid taking both at the same time and maintain a 30-minute interval between the two different medicines
For Pregnant Women
- This medicine Is generally not recommended to pregnant women. More research is needed in this context.
- Get an opinion from your doctor if you want to consume it.
For Lactating mothers
- This medicine is not recommended for lactating mothers
- Please consult your doctor for more information and safety.
For Kids
- This medicine is not safe for kids
- Keep it in a place where kids can’t find it.
Manufacturer
Dabur
Baidyanath
Patanjali Ayurved Limited
Dhootpapeshwar etc
Expiry
It Can be used for up to 5 years from the date of manufacturing.
Research and references
- Bhaishajya Ratnavali Hridrogadhikara 66-67
- Review Article on Swarna makshika bhasma by Researchgate.net www.researchgate.net
- Toxicity study on Lauha bhasma In Albino rats by PubMed www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Research article on Abraka Bhasma by International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research
- Article on heart disorder in Ayurveda by World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
FAQ
What is Prabhakar Vati used for?
Prabhakar Vati is an Ayurvedic herb mineral formulation used to treat different kinds of heart problems, hypertension, palpitations, high cholesterol, obesity, anaemia etc.
How to take Prabhakar Vati?
Prabhakar Vati is in the form of a tablet/ till, it can be taken orally with plain water, honey, milk or with arjunarishta as directed by your doctor.
When to take Prabhakar Vati?
Prabhakar Vati should be taken in the morning and evening with the dose which is prescribed by your doctor for heart disorders.
What are the side effects of Prabhakar Vati?
Generally, it is well tolerated by all the people who consume this in a recommended dosage. Self-medication may be harmful, please contact your doctor for more information.
How long should I take Prabhakar Vati?
You can take this medicine for up to 3 months under strict medical supervision. The doctor will decide whether to continue it or not depending upon the patient’s health condition.
Should I follow a diet while consuming Prabhakar Vati?
There is no strict diet recommended for consuming Prabhakar Vati, but you should avoid consuming junk foods, healthy foods, carbonated drinks etc.
Can a diabetic patient take Prabhakar Vati?
Yes, a diabetic patient can consume Prabhakar Vati if they have hurt disease along with diabetes, this medicine should be taken only at the Healthcare provider’s suggestion.
Is Prabhakar Vati helpful to reduce hypertension?
Yes, Prabhakar Vati may help to control high blood pressure, it contains ingredients that can help to strengthen the muscles of the heart which indirectly helps to maintain good blood pressure.
Can I take Prabhakar Vati for low RBC count [anaemia]?
Prabhakar Vati contains Loha bhasma and Swarna makshika bhasma which have iron as the main constituent. consuming this medicine for a certain duration of time under Doctor’s supervision may help to increase the RBC count.
Is Prabhakar Vati a herbal medicine?
Prabhakar Vati is an Ayurvedic herbo-mineral medicine that contains Ayurvedic medicinal Herbs and Minerals like loha bhasma with iron and Swarna makshika bhasma which is Iron pyrite.
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Prabhakar Vati Review
Prabhakar Vati has been used for many centuries for patients with heart problems, in our regular clinical practice we are also using this in many patients.
Here we will provide you with our experience with patients who have consumed Prabhakar Vati and what we have observed. We will also give the feedback we got from our patients.
- People over having anaemia for many months got treatment with various medicines and supplements and didn’t get any positive results. After consuming this medicine for 3 months And the state there HB percentage we have seen very positive results.
- Many people who have undergone heart surgery after consuming this medicine felt an increase in their energy. But this medicine is not recommended for patients who are having pain in the chest area because it may increase the pain in the area.
- Many people who are having high levels of cholesterol after consuming this medicine for 2 months have reduced their cholesterol levels significantly with proper diet under medical supervision.
- We have seen many many people who got positive results after consuming this medicine for the duration of the time prescribed.
- Some patients who are not strict and don’t follow the suggested daily regime and are not disciplined to consume the medicine didn’t get the desired benefits from this medicine.
This article is only for educational purposes, we don’t recommend self-medication and self-diagnosis. Please contact your doctor for more information and the safety of your health.