Ingredients and safety
Dabur Rasraj Ras with Gold
What is in it, how it is traditionally used and how to take it safely.
Dabur Rasraj Ras with Gold sits in a small blister pack of ten tablets and costs more than most Ayurvedic medicines people buy in a year. If it has been prescribed for you or a parent, you probably want to know what you are paying for, what the gold is doing in there, and how to take it safely.
This guide focuses on the ingredients and safety. For the brand comparison with Patanjali and Baidyanath, see Rasraj Ras Gold: Patanjali vs Baidyanath vs Dabur – Ingredients, Pack and Price.
What is a Rasa Aushadhi?
Ayurvedic medicines fall into two broad groups. Most are made from plants. A smaller group, called Rasa Aushadhi, is made using purified metals and minerals according to Rasashastra, the branch of Ayurveda that works with them.
In a Rasa Aushadhi, metals such as gold, silver and iron are first purified (shodhana) and then turned into Bhasma, a fine ash, through repeated grinding with herbal juices and controlled heating. The classical aim is to make the metal safe and usable in very small doses. Because the doses are tiny and the ingredients potent, these medicines are meant to be taken only under a practitioner’s supervision.
What is Rasraj Ras?
Rasraj means “king of Ras medicines”. Rasraj Ras is a classical formula described in Bhaishajya Ratnavali under Vata Vyadhi, the group of disorders Ayurveda links with an aggravated Vata dosha, particularly those involving the nerves and muscles.
Dabur’s version comes as ready-to-take tablets and is labelled “with Gold”, which tells you its preparation includes Swarna Bhasma.
Ingredients and the role of each Bhasma
The classical Rasraj Ras formula, as reflected on Dabur’s pack, includes:
| Ingredient | What it is | Traditional role in the formula |
|---|---|---|
| Ras Sindoor | A classical preparation of purified mercury and sulphur | The “Ras” core of the formula, traditionally said to carry and strengthen the other ingredients |
| Abhrak Bhasma | Processed mica | A Rasayana traditionally linked with strength and vitality |
| Swarna Bhasma | Processed gold | The most valued Rasayana, traditionally associated with strength, the nerves, heart and mind |
| Lauh Bhasma | Processed iron | Traditionally associated with strength and blood |
| Rajat Bhasma | Processed silver | Traditionally described as calming and strengthening for the nerves |
| Vang Bhasma | Processed tin | Traditionally used to support strength and vitality |
| Ashwagandha | A classical Rasayana herb | Strength and stamina, calming to Vata |
| Lavang (clove) and Jaiphal (nutmeg) | Aromatic herbs | Traditionally added to support digestion and Vata balance |
The formula is processed with herbal juices (bhavana). Always check the composition panel on your own pack for the exact quantities.
You may notice a pattern: several Bhasmas are traditional Rasayanas, while Ashwagandha, clove and nutmeg are warming, Vata-calming herbs. In the Ayurvedic reading, this combination is meant to both nourish and steady the nervous system, which is exactly what Vata disorders call for in this system.
To learn more about the gold component itself, read our Swarna Bhasma guide.
Traditional use: Rasraj Ras benefits in Ayurveda
Based on the classical texts and Dabur’s own description, Rasraj Ras is traditionally used by Ayurvedic physicians:
- in Vata disorders affecting the nerves and muscles
- to support nerve and muscle strength
- in physician-guided recovery plans for weakness of the limbs
- as a Rasayana for strength and vitality
These describe traditional use, not proven medical treatment. Rasraj Ras is not a cure for paralysis, stroke, neuropathy or any neurological disease, and it must never replace hospital care. Sudden weakness, numbness, facial drooping or slurred speech need emergency medical attention first.
Dosage: physician-directed
Dabur’s usual pack guidance is:
- 1 tablet once or twice a day
- with honey or milk
- or as prescribed
In practice, your doctor sets the dose and the duration after assessing you, and may adjust them over time. Do not increase the dose yourself, do not take it for months without review, and do not combine it with another Rasa Aushadhi unless prescribed.
Precautions
- Not for pregnant or breastfeeding women, or for children.
- Liver, kidney or heart conditions: your doctor must approve it first.
- High blood pressure or diabetes: consult your doctor before starting.
- Regular medicines: tell both your Ayurvedic doctor and your regular doctor everything you take.
- Warning signs: stop and see a doctor if you notice tremors, dizziness, stomach upset, a persistent metallic taste or an allergic reaction.
- Blood tests: ask your doctor whether kidney and liver tests are advisable before and during the course, especially for older adults.
Diet during a Rasraj Ras course
Ayurvedic doctors usually pair Vata medicines with simple lifestyle advice:
- warm, freshly cooked food with a little ghee
- fewer cold, dry and stale foods
- regular warm oil massage if your doctor agrees
- regular sleep and meal times
- gentle walking or yoga rather than strenuous exercise
How to identify a genuine pack
Gold medicines are a target for counterfeits. Before you buy:
- Check the seal on the outer box and the blister.
- Read the label: Dabur’s name and address, drug licence number, batch number, manufacturing date and expiry should be printed clearly.
- Check the composition panel lists Swarna Bhasma.
- Compare print quality with a pack you know is genuine. Blurred printing or spelling mistakes are warning signs.
- Compare the price. A gold medicine selling far below the usual price deserves suspicion.
- Buy from a licensed pharmacy or established store.
We stock Dabur Rasraj Ras with Gold 10 Tablets, listed at ₹1,490 in October 2026, in brand-sealed packs with batch and expiry printed. Check the product page for today’s price. Our full checklist for buying gold Ayurvedic medicines safely has more detail.
डाबर रसराज रस (स्वर्ण युक्त), आसान हिंदी में
डाबर रसराज रस विद गोल्ड एक शास्त्रीय रस औषधि है, जिसका वर्णन भैषज्य रत्नावली में वात व्याधि के प्रसंग में मिलता है। इसमें रस सिंदूर, अभ्रक, स्वर्ण, लौह, रजत और वंग भस्म के साथ अश्वगंधा, लवंग और जायफल होते हैं। आयुर्वेद में इसे नसों और मांसपेशियों की कमज़ोरी में सहायक औषधि के रूप में दिया जाता है। पैक पर सामान्य निर्देश 1 गोली दिन में एक या दो बार शहद या दूध के साथ है, लेकिन सेवन केवल चिकित्सक की सलाह से ही करें। विस्तार से हिंदी में पढ़ें: रसराज रस के उपयोग।
Frequently asked questions
What is Dabur Rasraj Ras with Gold used for?
In Ayurveda it is traditionally used for Vata disorders affecting the nerves and muscles, limb weakness during recovery, and as a Rasayana, always under a physician’s guidance.
Does Dabur Rasraj Ras Gold really contain gold?
Yes. Dabur labels it “with Gold”, and Swarna Bhasma is listed in its composition.
How many tablets of Dabur Rasraj Ras should I take?
The usual pack guidance is 1 tablet once or twice a day with honey or milk, but your doctor decides the right dose for you.
Can I take it with Ashwagandha?
Rasraj Ras already contains Ashwagandha. Ask your doctor before adding any separate Ashwagandha product.
Is it safe for elderly people?
Older adults are among those for whom it is traditionally prescribed, but they are also more likely to have kidney, liver or heart conditions and to take other medicines. A doctor should supervise the course.
This article describes the traditional use of a classical Ayurvedic medicine for general information. It is not medical advice. Take Rasa Aushadhis only on the prescription of a registered Ayurvedic practitioner.
