Nature
It is a stone that occurs in different colors. The best variety is Khata, which is known as Zehar Mehra Khata. It is soft and easy to grind. Zehar Mehra Hindi is considered less useful and is more difficult to grind.
It is obtained from Kohistan, Khata, China, Central India, Tibet, and Khorasan.
Temperament
Moderate, with a tendency toward warmth.
Actions
- Tonic for the upper limbs
- Refreshing and delightful
- Antidote to poison
- Nerve tonic
- Astringent
Uses
It is traditionally used for anxiety and weakness of the heart, grief, fear, and melancholy. It is also used in traditional preparations for cholera and plague.
Its poultice is traditionally applied to the sites of bites from snakes, scorpions, wasps, and other poisonous creatures.
It is traditionally believed to strengthen the nerves and joints and to help relieve infections of the mucous membranes. It is also used in various ointments and pills.
Famous Preparations
It is used in various traditional preparations, including:
- Ruby
- Simple Ruby
- Gemstone preparations
- Gemstone-based compound preparations
- Plaster preparations
- Other medicinal compounds
Special Benefit
Traditionally regarded as a tonic for the soul and body.
Dosage
Approximately 0.97 grams
The medicinal uses and dosage above are presented as traditional source material and should not be interpreted as modern medical recommendations, particularly for poisoning or venomous bites.
