Dant Manjan (Lal)

Table of Contents

• Ingredients
• Method of Preparation
• Chemical Constituents of Dant
• Properties & Benefits of Dant Manjan (Lal)
• Indications of Dant Manjan (Lal)
• Recommended Dosage
• Contra Indications of Dant Manjan (Lal)
• Safety Precautions
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Dant Manjan (Lal)

Ingredients

Key herbs/minerals as per classical texts, processed with ghee, oil, or decoctions appropriate for Dant Manjan (Lal).

Method of Preparation

1. Sourcing & Purification: Authentic crude drugs are cleansed and graded.
2. Main Processing: Traditional boiling, roasting, or trituration techniques convert raw materials into palatable powder, lehyam, or oil form.
3. Finishing: The product is sieved, medicated, or filtered to achieve desired consistency and potency.

Chemical Constituents of Dant

Contains bio‑active alkaloids, glycosides, volatile oils, and essential minerals that synergistically deliver therapeutic actions.

Properties & Benefits of Dant Manjan (Lal)

• Rasa: Multi‑herbal blend balancing taste profile.
• Guna: Light, penetrating, or unctuous depending on dosage form.
• Veerya: Generally ushna (warming) except pitta‑pacifying formulas.
• Vipaka: Mostly madhura or katu aiding metabolism.
• Helps restore dosha balance and strengthens target organs or systems.

Indications of Dant Manjan (Lal)

Herbal tooth powder for bleeding gums, bad breath, and plaque.

Recommended Dosage

Churna/Kwath: 3–6 g; Avaleha/Pak: 1–2 teaspoons; Tailam: 2–6 drops (nasya) or sufficient quantity for massage, as directed by an Ayurvedic physician.

Contra Indications of Dant Manjan (Lal)

Pregnancy (if warming), severe ulcers, individual ingredient allergy, or as specified by physician.

Safety Precautions

Use authentic pharmacopeial grade only. Follow prescribed Pathya‑Apathya diet and storage guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Dant Manjan (Lal)

Q1. How long can I take Dant Manjan (Lal) continuously?
Typically 4–12 weeks; review with clinician thereafter.

Q2. Does Dant Manjan (Lal) have side effects?
Rare if used in prescribed dose; mild GI upset possible.

Q3. Can I combine Dant Manjan (Lal) with allopathic drugs?
Maintain a 1‑hour gap and inform both practitioners.

Q4. Is Dant Manjan (Lal) safe for children?
Yes, in reduced dosage and specific pediatric formulas.

Q5. How should I store Dant Manjan (Lal)?
Keep in airtight container away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.