{"id":170918,"date":"2023-02-22T14:02:07","date_gmt":"2023-02-22T14:02:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=170918"},"modified":"2026-03-02T07:49:22","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T07:49:22","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-and-side-effects-of-draksharishta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-and-side-effects-of-draksharishta\/","title":{"rendered":"Draksharishta: Uses, Benefits and Side Effects By Dr. Smita Barode\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Draksharishta<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Draksharishta<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Draksharishta for Overall Health<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Draksharishta?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Draksharishta<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Draksharishta<\/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\nEver heard of Draksharishta? Draksharishta is an ayurvedic preparation generally used for digestive issues, respiratory disorders and weakness. Draksharishta is a polyherbal medicine made using Draksha (Vitis vinifera<\/em>), as its main component and 5-10% self-generated alcohol content. Polyherbal formulations include several medicinal herbs to increase their therapeutic effect1<\/a>,2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Nutritional Value of Draksharishta<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Vitis vinifera, <\/em>belongs to the family Vitaceae and contains a high concentration of phenolic compounds. Resveratrol, catechins, epicatechin, quercetin, gallic acid and procyanidins are some of the phenolic compounds present in V. vinifera<\/em>. These phenolic compounds show anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory as well as antimicrobial effects on the body.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For the preparation of Draksharishta, 48.9 gms of draksha (V. Vinifera<\/em>) is soaked in 1000ml of water. This mixture is then boiled till the water is reduced to 250ml and then filtered. 200 gms of jaggery is then added to this along with 1gm powdered mixture of all herbs [piper nigrum, piper longum, embelia ribes,<\/em> Cinnamomum zeyleynicum<\/em>\u202f(stem bark),\u202fEletteria cardamomum<\/em>\u202f(seeds),\u202fCinnamomum tamala<\/em>\u202f(leaves),\u202fMesua ferrea<\/em>\u202f(stamens) and\u202fCallicarpa macrophylla <\/em>(flowers)] and 8 gms of Woodfordia fruticosa<\/em>. The formulation is filtered again and fermented1<\/a>,2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Properties of Draksharishta<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n
It may have the property to help patients with physical weakness.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may ease stomach disorders.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have the ability to increase water loss by more urine formation.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It might reduce pain caused by sciatica.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have the property to decrease lower back pain.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may be helpful in the common cold 1<\/a>,2<\/a>,5<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Potential Uses of Draksharishta for Overall Health<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n1. Potential Use of Draksharishta as an Antimicrobial Agent<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Draksharishta is shown to have antimicrobial activity. A study 3<\/a><\/sup> was done by Tiwari in 2014 on the antimicrobial activity of Draksharishta as Draksharishta-M and Draksharishta-T (M- prepared using modern method and T- prepared using traditional method). Draksharishta prepared by both methods displayed a considerable zone of inhibition with a significant antibacterial action against common human infections like Staphylococcus aureus, bacillus subtilis, Salmonella typhii, Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Although Draksharishta has the potential to be used as an antimicrobial agent, it is best to consult a doctor for any signs of infection. Also, further studies are required in humans 3<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Potential Use of Draksharishta as an Antihyperlipidemic<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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In a study 4<\/a><\/sup> performed by Tiwari et al. in 2011, a high-fat diet given to hyperlipidemic rats for nine weeks showed a notable decrease in the atherogenic (the process of fat deposit formation in the arteries) index as compared to the rats given a normal diet. This shows the potential for the anti-hyperlipidemic property of Draksharishta in rats. However, more studies are required in humans to prove its efficacy 4<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>
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