ISSN Online:2229-3566
ISSN Print: 2277-4343
Article: A CRITICAL REVIEW OF KANAKASAVAM
Article Category: Review articles
DOI: 10.7897/2277-4343.140260
Pages: 153-155
Author: Vipin SG, Pradeep Kumar Moharana, Arathi PK *
Abstract: Kanakasavam is a polyherbal formulation with 14 ingredients used mainly in Swasa roga (respiratory diseases). In clinical practice, Kanakasavam is primarily used to treat respiratory diseases. It contains purified datura, which acts as a bronchodilator and has anti-inflammatory properties. It is also known to provide relief from an acute asthma attack and increases the airflow to the lungs by dilating and relaxing the bronchial passageways. Kanakasavam is also used for bronchitis, productive cough, chronic fever, haemorrhages, and lung injury. In addition, it is also beneficial in the treatment of the common cold, rhinitis and abnormal nasal discharges. This article is an attempt to analyse the formulation critically.
Keyword: Kanakasavam, anti-inflammatory, bronchitis