{"id":159064,"date":"2022-05-15T12:39:49","date_gmt":"2022-05-15T07:09:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=159064"},"modified":"2026-04-27T11:55:45","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T11:55:45","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-shankh-bhasm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-shankh-bhasm\/","title":{"rendered":"Shankh Bhasm: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and More!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Chemical Composition of Shankh Bhasm<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Shankh Bhasm<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Shankh Bhasm<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Shankh Bhasm?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Shankh Bhasm<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Shankh Bhasm<\/a><\/li>
Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nShankh bhasm is an Ayurvedic medicine obtained from a marine source. It is prepared from the ash of Shankha (Conch shell), a calcium-containing compound. It is used by Ayurvedic physicians to help with a variety of conditions. Shankh bhasm is also an ingredient in classical Ayurvedic formulations like Kaphaketu rasa, Chandrodaya varti, Chandrodaya vati, and Sutashekhar rasa 1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Other names of shankh bhasm are Samudraja, Arnavabhava, Shankhak, Kambu, Kamboja, Kutijantah, Jalaja, Trirekha, Dirghanada, Pavanadhvani, Bahunada, Mahanada, Shankha, Sunaada, Sukhana, Haripriya Jalachar, Pitta, Dirghagosha, Varija, and Shodasavarta 2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Shankha bhasma is widely used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) patients. source: PMC3633269<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Chemical Composition of Shankh Bhasm<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nShankh bhasm is composed of calcium carbonate. It contains calcium in high amounts 2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Properties of Shankh Bhasm<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The properties associated with shankh bhasma are given below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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It may be used as an antidiarrhoeal agent 3<\/a><\/sup>. \u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may show cooling property<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may show detoxifying property<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may enhance the complexion<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may show strengthening property<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may show anti-acne properties 1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Potential Uses of Shankh Bhasm<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Shankh bhasma may show potential uses against many conditions such as mentioned below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Potential Uses of Shankh Bhasm for Hyperacidity\/Gastro-oesophagal Reflux Disease<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The use of shankh bhasm purified with lemon juice may be recommended for managing gastro-esophagal reflux disease (GERD). It might help by negating the oxidative damage of stomach tissue, decreasing the secretions of the stomach, and providing protective benefits to the stomach. According to an animal study 2<\/a><\/sup>, shankh bhasm may also be effective in reducing stomach ulcers.^{<\/sup>You still need to contact your healthcare provider if you are suffering from any stomach problems. Using herbal remedies without a proper diagnosis may worsen the condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
2. Potential Uses of Shankh Bhasm for Ulcerative Colitis<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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According to a study 2<\/a><\/sup>, oral intake of shankh bhasm showed potential effects in the management of ulcerative colitis (ulcers in the digestive tract). In addition, it could benefit the symptoms of ulcerative colitis.^{<\/sup>However, if you have ulcerative colitis, talk to your healthcare provider and follow the treatment. Avoid using herbal remedies as an alternative to standard medical treatment.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
3. Potential Uses of Shankh Bhasm for Bones<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>