Muscle, Bone and Joint Health

Prabhakar Vati is a classical Ayurvedic herbo-mineral tablet. It contains processed mineral and metal preparations (bhasmas), including iron, alongside herbs such as Arjuna and Shilajit. It is described in the classical texts and is used in traditional Ayurvedic practice. Because it contains processed metals, it must only be taken under the supervision of a qualified Ayurvedic doctor. It is not a treatment for heart disease.

Hadjod, botanically known as Cissus quadrangularis, is a succulent climbing herb belonging to the grape family, with its four-angled stem being the part primarily used in Ayurveda. Its Sanskrit name, Asthisamharaka, means "bone-joiner". It is traditionally used to support the healing of broken bones, promote bone and joint health, and help relieve joint pain and swelling. Common forms include churna, tablets, capsules, juice and an external paste, which should be used as supportive care and not as a replacement for appropriate medical treatment of fractures.

Dhatupaushtik Churna is a classical Ayurvedic herbal powder traditionally used to support nourishment of the body tissues, strength, stamina and overall vitality. It is also traditionally associated with supporting physical nourishment and general wellbeing. It is generally taken as a powder mixed with milk or water, under the guidance of a doctor or Ayurvedic practitioner.

Lakshadi Guggul is a classical Ayurvedic formulation made from Laksha, Asthishrinkhala, Arjuna, Ashwagandha, Nagabala and Guggulu, rolled into tablets. It is traditionally used to support bone strength, relieve joint discomfort and aid recovery after fractures, alongside standard medical care for bone and joint conditions such as osteoporosis and arthritis.

Rasna (Pluchea lanceolata) is a perennial shrub of the daisy family used in Ayurveda, where it is traditionally described as a leading herb for pacifying Vata. It is traditionally used for joint pain, stiffness and swelling, including the joint conditions Ayurveda calls Amavata and Sandhivata, and is a core ingredient of formulations such as Maharasnadi Kwatha and Rasnadi Guggulu. It is used as a powder, decoction or tablet, and may also be applied externally as an oil.

Loha Bhasma, also known as Lauha Bhasma, is a classical Ayurvedic preparation made from purified, calcined iron. It is traditionally used to support the management of iron-deficiency anaemia and associated weakness and fatigue. It should be taken only under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner, with the underlying cause of anaemia assessed and confirmed by a doctor first.

Singhnad Guggul, also known as Simhanada Guggulu, is a classical Ayurvedic herbo-mineral formulation prepared with guggul resin, Triphala, castor oil and purified sulphur. In Ayurveda, it is traditionally used to support joint comfort and mobility and aid digestion. It should be used under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner and is not a substitute for prescribed medical treatment.

Dill, known as Shatapushpa in Ayurveda, is the aromatic leaves and seeds of Anethum graveolens (European dill) and Anethum sowa (Indian dill), annual herbs belonging to the Apiaceae family. It is used both as a culinary spice and, in Ayurveda, as a warming, digestion-supporting herb. Dill is traditionally used to ease bloating, gas and mild digestive discomfort, and is valued in cooking for its distinctive, slightly peppery flavour.

Shallaki is the oleo-gum-resin obtained from the Boswellia serrata tree, and is also called Indian frankincense or salai guggul. It is traditionally selected where Ayurvedic assessment identifies heat and swelling in the affected tissues. Standardised extracts of the resin, rich in boswellic acids, are taken as capsules or tablets, and the resin is also used in creams applied to painful joints.

Atibala (Abutilon indicum) is an Ayurvedic herb whose dried root is used in medicine. Traditionally, the root powder is taken to support physical strength and stamina, support normal urinary function and help relieve dryness in the body. The leaves and seeds are applied externally, and the root is an ingredient in several classical medicated oils used for muscle and joint discomfort.