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A Glimpse of Hypertension Through the Lens of Rasashastra and

Bhaishajya Kalpana - A Conceptual Study
1 Suhasini, 2 Sangolge Bandeppa

1 Assistant Professor, N.K Jabshetty Ayurvedic Medical College, Bidar

2 Professor, N.K Jabshetty Ayurvedic Medical College, Bidar

DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.51244/IJRSI.2025.1210000209

Received: 07 October 2025; Accepted: 14 October 2025; Published: 15 November 2025

ABSTRACT

Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is a condition where the force of blood against the
artery walls becomes too high. In modern it is called the silent killer because it often has no clear symptoms.
Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of healing, explains hypertension as an imbalance of Doshas that affect the
heart and blood vessels (raktavaha strotas ) ,though not directly mentioned as a separate disease entity ,it can be
correlated with conditions involving Rakta ,Vata and Manas vitiation such as Raktagata Vata,Raktapitta,and
Vyana vata Avarana .Rasashastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana is one among the speacialized branch of Ayurveda
dealing with potent Rasaushadies to balance Vata and purify Rakta , the primary factors involved in
hypertension.

Keywords - Hypertension,Rasaushadhies,Doshas

INTRODUCTION

Rasashastra emphasizes the therapeutic use of Rasa dravyas after proper Shodhana and Marana procedures
.These formulations act in small doses with fast and deep action.

Hypertension is one that involves a progressive increase in blood pressure from normal levels, often starting in
younger years but accelerating with age, which can remain asymptomatic for years.Untreated hypertension acts
as a potent, time-dependent risk factor for cardiovascular diseases such as stoke, heart failure, and kidney disease
and increases overall mortality in the present era. The process can be influenced by genetics, lifestyle, the
presence of other risk factors, and is often characterized by the development of vascular damage and organ
damage even in its early asymptomatic stages.

As per the WHO report, about 40% of people aged more than 25 years had hypertension. It is directly responsible
for 57% of all stroke deaths and 24% of all coronary heart diseases deaths in India.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

 To understand hypertension through Ayurvedic principles particularly in context of Rasashastra and
Bhaishajya kalpana.

 To identify suitable herbo - mineral formulations mentioned in Rasashastra texts that may helps in the
management of hypertension .

 To highlight the pharmacological actions of key ingredients like Swarna makshika bhasma,Abhraka
bhasma,mukta pisti,Arjuna etc in maintaining cardiovascular health .

 To provide a bridge between traditional Ayurvedic formulation and modern pharmacology for better
understanding and clinical application.

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MATERIALS AND METHODS

Literary Source

Review of Rasashastra and Bhaishajya kalpana classical texts such as - Rasatarangini,Rasa ratna samucchaya,
Ayurveda sara sangraha ,Rasendra sara sangraha etc

Data Collection

A. Compilation of formulation described in classical texts for Raktagata Vata,Hridroga and Dhamani pratichaya

B. Selection of Rasaushadhies such as - muktapisti,,Swarna makshika bhasma,Abhraka bhasma,Sarpagandha
vati,Hridayanava Rasa etc

Evaluation Creteria

A. Review based on evalution on efficacy and safety from previous research and textual references.

B. Observational comparison of therapeutic effects mentioned in classical literature.

Ayurvedic View of Hypertension

In Ayurveda, Hypertension is not mentioned as a single disease but explained through the imbalance of Doshas
as -

Probale Ayurvedic correlation -

Vata Dosha – Governs movement of blood heart rhythm and nerves impulses.

Pitta Dosha - control heat,metabolism,blood flow

Kapha Dosha - Influences strucure stability and fluid balances

Hypertension is majorly related to Vata and Pitta imbalance with Kapha involvement in case of obesity and high
cholesterol.

Vataja and Raktaja vyadhi – Hypertension resembles Raktagata Vata where Vata vitiates Rakta Dhatu,causing
tension in blood vessels and increased pulse.

Manasika Bhava- Stress and anxiety (chinta,bhaya,krodha) aggravated Vata and Pitta contributing to blood
pressure rise.

Rasashastra Formulations Useful in Hypertension with Clinical Research Evidences –

SVARNA MAKSHIKA BHASMA

Reference - Rasatarangini 21 taranga

Properties – Hrdya, Raktashodhaka,Pitta- Vatahara

Mode of action – enhances cardiac function ,improves blood circulation and reduces oxidative stress.balances
Vata Pitta.

Dose - 125 mg - 250 mg

Research update - Topic - Evalution of subchronic genotoxic potential of Swarna makshika bhasma .Authour -
Pavan B ,Journal name - Ayu,2012

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Abharaka Bhasma

Reference - Rasatarangini 21 taranga

Properties – Rasayana,balya, Medhya, Hrdya

Mode of action – Rejuvenates cardiac and nervous tissue, reduces anxiety and acts as a stress adaptogen.

Dose – 125 mg - 250 mg

Research update - Topic - Understanding the effects of Abhraka Bhasma on genotoxicity in mouse
model.Author - Divya S .Journal name - journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine ,2023.

Mukta Pisti –

Reference - Rasatarangini 23 Taranga

Properties – Sita,Pitta – shamaka,manoshamaka.

Mode of action – Calms the mind, controls palpitation,and lowers stress induced blood pressure.

Dose – 125 mg - 250 mg with water or cows milk

Research update - Topic - A study to clinically evaluate the role of herbomineral compound Raktachap har in
the management of essential hypertension .Authour - Ruchika Nandha .Journal name - pubmed

Pravala Pishti –

Reference - Rasataragini 23 Taranga

Properties – Pitta Vatahara ,Hrdya,Raktashodhaka

Mode of action – improves cardiac strength

Dose - 125 mg - 250 mg with milk ,honey

Research update - Topic - Clinical evalution of new ayurvedic herbo mineral formulation in stage 1 primary
Hypertension.Author - swati goyal .Journal name - Ayushdhara

Arjuna Kshira Paka –

Reference - Chakradatta

Properties – Hridya ,Raktaprasadaka,Rasayana

Mode of action – Strengthens cardiac muscles,regulates pulse rate,and improves blood vessels elasticity

Dose - 10- 20 ml twice day after meal.

Research Update - Terminalia arjuna, a cardioprotective herbal medicine - relevancy in the modern era of
Pharmaceutical and Green nanomedicine - A Review .Authour - Purnimajayashreee Ramesh .Journal name -
Pubmed central .

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Hridayarnava Rasa –

Reference - Rasendra Sara Sangraha

Ingredients – Tamra Bhasma,Shuddha Hingula,lauha Bhasma,Abhraka Bhasma etc

Properties – Hrdya,Deepana,Raktashodhaka

Mode of action – improves cardiac strength ,clears Ama from channels ,Cardiac disorder

Dose – 125 mg - 250 mg twice with arjuna kshaya

Research update - Topic - Evidence based study of Hridayarnava Rasa - An Ayurvedic formulation in
experimentaly induced atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease .Author - Subramani Chitra .Journal name -
Journal of Drug Research in Ayurvedic Science

Suvarna Sutashekara Rasa –

Reference - Ayurveda sara sangraha

Ingredients - Suvarna bhasma,kajjali,Tamra bhasma,Shankha bhasma etc

Properties – Vata pitta hara ,Manoshamaka,Hridya

Mode of action – stress,related or anxiety ,palpitation,hyperacidity

Dose- 125 mg - 250 mg with cow milk.

Research update - Topic - Effect of Raupya Suvarna Sutashekara ,a herbo mineral metallic formulation as
adjunct Ayurvedic medicine on long term survival in patients of malignant brain tumor

Sarpagandhadi Vati –

Reference - Siddha yoga sangraha

Ingredients - sarpagandha,jatamansi,brahmi,abhraka bhasma etc

Mode of action - Reduces blood pressure by sedative and vatahara properties used in both primary ans secondary
hypertension

Dose - 125 mg - 250 mg tablet twice day with water

Research update - Topic - A comparative clinical study to evaluate the efficacy of Prabhakar vati and
Sarpagandha vati in shonita dusti w.s.r to essential Hypertension .Author - Dr. G. Vinay .Journal name - World
journal of Pharmaceutical and medical research .

Herbal Drugs –

Sarpagandha - anxiety,stress
Ashwagandha - reduces stress and anxiety
Brahmi - Calms the nervous system
Punarnava - Diuretic and anti inflamatory
Jatamansi - Balances Vata and pitta
Lasuna - Improves circulation ,decreases cholestrol

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PROBABLE PHARAMACODYNAMICS OF AYURVEDIC DRUGS

 Vata Pitta Shamana - Reduces spasm and excitability of vascular channels
 Raktashodhana and Rasayana - Improves quality of blood and rejuvenates heart tissue.
 Hridya karma - Maintains cardiac stability and emotional calmness
 Manovaha Srotoshodhana - Reduces stress ,anxiety,and restlessness

Prevention Through Ayurveda

 Eat Satvic food
 Practice Yoga and Pranayam
 Control anger and stress
 Maintain ideal body weight
 Sleep of 6 - 8 hours
 Avoid excess salt
 Keep the mind calm

DISCUSSION

Rasashastra formulations act on Hridaya (heart) and Manovaha strotas through their Suksma and Tikshana
guna.They work at Dhatu level ,regulating Rakta sanchara (blood circulation) and reducing oxidative
stress.Bhasms like Abhraka and Makshika,mukta pisti ,Pravala pisti act as natural adaptogens and antioxidants
which parallel modern cardiotonic and anxiolytic effect.The combination with Medhya Rasayana enhances
psychological stability.

CONCLUSION

Rasashastra provides a comprehensive approach to hypertension management through Dosha
shamana,Rasayana and Hrdya formulations.When properly prepared and administered under supervision these
medicines helps in controlling blood pressure,reducing stress and strengthening cardiac function.Integrating
Rasoushadhis with lifestyle modification ,Yoga and Ahara niyamma (diet) can offer a holistic and sustainable
management of hypetension.

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