Parad Gandhak Bhasm (Mercury-Sulfur Ash) in Ayurveda
Parad Gandhak Bhasm (Mercury-Sulfur Ash) in Ayurveda Parad Gandhak Bhasm (पारद गंधक भस्म) is an important Ayurvedic preparation made from Parad (Mercury) and Gandhak (Sulfur) . It is extensively used in Rasashastra (Ayurvedic alchemy) due to its potent medicinal properties. This bhasma is formed through the Kupi Pakwa Vidhi or other alchemical processes to detoxify mercury and sulfur, making them safe for medicinal use. Preparation Process of Parad Gandhak Bhasm The process involves multiple steps to purify and stabilize the mercury-sulfur combination. Ingredients: Shuddha Parad (Purified Mercury) Shuddha Gandhak (Purified Sulfur) Kachcha Karpura (Raw Camphor) – Optional Kumari Swarasa (Aloe Vera Juice) – Used in some variations Procedure: Purification of Mercury & Sulfur Mercury undergoes Asht Sanskar (8 purification steps). Sulfur is purified using herbal decoctions. Kharaliya Rasayana (Trituration Process) Mercury and sulfur are triturated ...
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