Nagabhasma, Naga-bhasma, Nāgabhasma: 5 definitions
Introduction:
Nagabhasma means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
In Hinduism
Ayurveda (science of life)
Rasashastra (Alchemy and Herbo-Mineral preparations)
Nāgabhasma (नाग) is a Sanskrit technical term corresponding to the “ash of lead” (lead as in the metal). It is commonly used in Rasaśāstra literature (Medicinal Alchemy) such as the Rasaprakāśasudhākara or the Rasaratna-samuccaya. Nāga is an ingredient often used in various Ayurvedic recipes and Alchemical preparations.
Nāgabhasma (नागभस्म) is recommended for the treatment of different diseases i.e. diarrhea, spleen enlargement and diabetes. Although several researches work has been done on different therapeutic effects of nāgabhasma, none have documented the proper standardization of nāgabhasma.
Unclassified Ayurveda definitions
Nāgabhasma (नागभस्म) refers to “calcified tin” and is mentioned as an ingredient of metallic drugs for the treatment of Kāsa and Śvāsa, as mentioned in the 17th-century Vaidyavallabha (chapter 3) written by Hastiruci.—The Vaidyavallabha is a work which deals with the treatment and useful for all 8 branches of Ayurveda. The text Vaidyavallabha (mentioning nāgabhasma) has been designed based on the need of the period of the author, availability of drugs during that time, disease manifesting in that era, socio-economical-cultural-familial-spiritual-aspects of that period Vaidyavallabha.
Nāgabhasma (नागभस्म) refers to a type of processed Nāga, according to a study performed on the drug named Vasantakusumākara Rasa—a classical herbo-mineral formulation which is practiced since ancient times for various therapeutic purposes, said to bring new positive energy in body and life, glow to skin etc.—Accordingly, while describing the preparation of Nāgabhasma: “Molten nāga was poured consecutively in tila-taila, takra, kāñji, gomūtra and decoction of the seeds of kulattha for three times each in all the liquids. This was further collected in an iron pan and heated. On melting; powders of ciñcā-tvak (Tamarindus indica Linn.) and aśvattha-tvak (Ficus religiosa Linn.) were sprinkled in small quantities and stirred with loha-darvi (Iron spatula). This process was continued till the molten nāga is reduced to powder form. 165 g of jarita-nāga was added to equal quantity of manaḥśilā and levigated with kāñji; small cakrikās were prepared, dried and placed in śarāva-sampuṭa and subjected to ardhagaja-puṭa Annexure 1. This process was repeated 60 times and 135 g. of nāgabhasma was obtained”.
Āyurveda (आयुर्वेद, ayurveda) is a branch of Indian science dealing with medicine, herbalism, taxology, anatomy, surgery, alchemy and related topics. Traditional practice of Āyurveda in ancient India dates back to at least the first millenium BC. Literature is commonly written in Sanskrit using various poetic metres.
Languages of India and abroad
Kannada-English dictionary
Nāgabhasma (ನಾಗಭಸ್ಮ):—[noun] a kind of medicinal substance.
Kannada is a Dravidian language (as opposed to the Indo-European language family) mainly spoken in the southwestern region of India.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Bhasma, Naga.
Full-text: Putapaka, Sharavasamputa, Samdhibandhana, Tutta-nakaparpam, Lohadarvi, Ashvatthatvak, Cincatvak, Naga, Jaritanaga, Ardraka, Chichiri, Neem, Nimba, Visheshashodhana, Manahshila, Kakaca, Haridra, Nirgundi, Shvasa.
Relevant text
Search found 10 books and stories containing Nagabhasma, Naga-bhasma, Nāga-bhasma, Nāga-bhasman, Naga-bhasman, Nāgabhasma, Nāgabhasman, Nagabhasman; (plurals include: Nagabhasmas, bhasmas, bhasmans, Nāgabhasmas, Nāgabhasmans, Nagabhasmans). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
A novel ayurvedic anti diabetic medicine < [Volume 15 (issue 2), Oct-Dec 1995]
Anti-diabetic formulations of Nāga bhasma (lead calx): A brief review < [Volume 33 (issue 1), Jul-Sep 2013]
A Metallurgical Study of Nāga Bhasma < [Volume 36 (issue 4), Apr-Jun 2017]
International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
Clinical Indications Of Suvarna Malini Vasantha – An Experiencial And... < [Vol. 3 No. 10: Oct (2020)]
Naga Bhasma in the Management of Diabetes mellitus: A Review < [Vol. 2 No. 6: Nov-Dec (2019)]
A Review on Role of Pushpadhanwa Rasa in Ovulation Induction for Management... < [Vol. 6 No. 6: Jun (2023)]
Vatagajendrasingh rasa - in the management of amavata: a review < [Volume 3, issue 4: July- August 2016]
Comparative Antimicrobial Study of Deepika Rasa Preparations < [Volume 9, Suppl 1: July-Aug 2022]
Ayurvedic rasausadhis for managing prameha (diabetes mellitus). < [Volume 7, Issue 3: May - June 2020]
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
A critical review on Rasamritham and Rasamritha Ras - A Herbomineral... < [Vol. 9 No. 7 (2024)]
A literary review of an Ayurvedic dosage form : Naag Bhasma < [Vol. 6 No. 6 (2021)]
Critical review on Naga Bhasma < [Vol. 9 No. 9 (2024)]
International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
Pharmaceutico analytical study of naga (lead) bhasma < [2013, Issue 5 Sep-Oct]
Vasantkusumakar rasa – “a best antidiabetic drug in modern era”: a review < [2018, Issue X, October]
Critique on gulma kuthara rasa – a herbo - mineral formulation < [2019, Issue 1, January]
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine
Manikya Bhasma is a nanomedicine that induces cancer cell apoptosis. < [Volume 12 (issue 2), Apr-Jun 2021]
Characterization of lead sulfide obtained from Naga Bhasma < [Volume 15 (issue 2), Mar-Apr 2024]
Synthesis and characterization of Abhraka (mica) bhasma by two different methods < [Volume 11 (issue 3), Jul-Sep 2020]
Related products
(+4 more products available)