Yashad Bhasma vs Habbatus Sauda Oil

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Yashad Bhasma

Zinc compound (Ayurvedic)

Skin and Topical

Nigella sativa oil

Skin and Topical

Yashad Bhasma

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Habbatus Sauda Oil

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Ayurvedic zinc preparation (calx) used for eye diseases, skin conditions, and male reproductive health.

Cold-pressed oil from black cumin seeds concentrated in thymoquinone, used topically and internally across Islamic and Middle Eastern medicine.

Active Compounds

zinc oxide, zinc compounds, trace minerals

thymoquinone, carvacrol, trans-anethole, 4-terpineol, fatty acids

Traditional Uses

Ayurvedic eye disease remedy, skin disease treatment, male reproductive tonic

Skin conditions in Islamic folk medicine, Hair health and growth in Middle Eastern tradition, Respiratory conditions, Immune support

Modern Uses

zinc supplementation, eye health, skin conditions, immune support

Anti-inflammatory topical, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant

Adult Dosage

125-250mg with honey twice daily (under practitioner guidance)

1 teaspoon oil orally twice daily; apply undiluted or diluted to skin

Contraindications

zinc toxicity risk without practitioner, pregnancy, kidney disease

Pregnancy in large doses, Pre-surgery anticoagulant consideration

Side Effects

zinc toxicity, GI upset, nausea

Possible skin sensitization, Rare allergic reactions

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E