Shiva Gutika

Shiva Gutika,  is a traditional Ayurvedic medicine. It is a combination of several natural ingredients that are believed to have therapeutic properties. The term “Gutika” in Ayurveda generally refers to a tablet or pill form of medicine.

The primary ingredients in Shiva Gutika can vary depending on the specific formulation and manufacturer, but it typically includes a combination of herbs, minerals, and sometimes metals that are processed together. Some common ingredients that may be found in Shiva Gutika formulations include:

The specific proportions and processing methods of these ingredients can vary, and different formulations may be recommended for different health conditions.

Shiva Gutika is traditionally used in Ayurveda for a wide range of conditions, including digestive disorders, respiratory issues, joint problems, and to promote overall well-being. However, it’s important to note that the use of certain ingredients like Hingula (Cinnabar) and heavy metals like mercury (found in some formulations) is controversial and potentially dangerous if not prepared and administered properly.

Medicinal plants and other ingredients used to prepare Shiva Gulika

• Triphala kashaya – (kashaya- water decoction )
• Dashamoola – made up of a  group of ten herbs.
• Guduchi kwatha – Tinospora cordifolia
• Patola  – Trichosanthes dioica
• Bala  – A water decoction made of sida cordifolia
• Yashtimadhu – Licorice
• Musta – Cyperus rotundus
• Pushkaramoola – Inula racemosa
• Chitraka – Plumbago zeylanica
• Rasna – Pluchea lanceolata
• Chavya – Piper cubeba
• Gajapippali – Scindapsus officinalis
• Pata – Cissampelos pariera
• Jeevaka-maxalis acuminata
• Danti – Baliospermum montanum
• Vidari – Pueraria tuberosa
• Ksheeravidari – Ipomoea paniculata
• Veerana –Veera  Khus-Khus – Vetiveria Zizanioides
• Cocos nucifera Linn. Palmae -coconut
• Shalaparni – Desmodium gangeticum
• Prishnaparni – Uraria picta
• Amla – Amalaki – Indian gooseberry fruit – Emblica officinalis Gaertn.
• Trikatu – Ginger, pepper, long pepper
• Talisapatra – Abies webbiana
• Vidari powder – Pueraria tuberosa
• Vamsha – Bambusa bambos
• Ela – Cardamom – Elettaria cardamomum Pata-Cinnamon
• Patra – Cinnamomum zeylanicum
• Nagakeshar – Mesua ferrea
• Taila – sesame oil
• Honey
• Sugar
• Jatipushpa – Jasminum sambac
• Meda – Polygonatum cirrhifolium
• Mahameda – Polygonatum verticillatum
• Riddhi- Vigna cylindrica Papilionaceae
• Rishabhaka
• Karkatashrungi – Pistacia integerrima
• Shilajatu –Kanmadam- Puirified Asphaltum punjabinum
• Cow urine
• Cow ghee
• Cow milk
• Kakoli – Lilium polhyllum
• Ksheerakakoli – Frillaria roylei