Magnesium Trisilicate

The Arabic names for this herb are Arabi, Hijrul.

The English names for this herb are Hydrated magnesium Silicate, Soap Stone, Talc.

The Urdu names for this herb are Abrak, Sang-e-jerahat.

Warning: It does not give rise to alkalosis and is non-toxic even in very large doses, however,

Description

Magnesium Trisilicate. occurs in brownish-white or grey irregular pieces and thick masses, smooth and unctuous to touch, appearing like soap. Partially insoluble in water and in ethanol (90%), easily pulverizable, yields a soft slippery powder

Pharmacological Actions

The pharmacological actions of Magnesium Trisilicate are Astringent, Desiccant, Laxative, Styptic.

Indications

The indications of Magnesium Trisilicate are Sores, Dysentery, Leucorrhoea, Diarrhoea, Ulcers, Strengthening gums, Wounds bleeding, Strengthening teeth, Bleeding nose.

Contraindications

None recorded.

Temperament

The temperament of Magnesium Trisilicate is 2nd order, cold and dry.

Occurrence, Taste & Odor

Taste: Tasteless.

Dosage

Part	Dose	Instructions
Whole Herb	500.000 – 2000.000 mg	N/A

Available Brands

SAFOOF-E-JARIANQARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD

Compound Preparations

Magnesium Trisilicate is used in the preparation of Arq Peppermint Vilayati, Kushta Marjan , Marham Kharish Jadid, Qarahine, Qurs Asfar, Qurs Didan, Qurs Fizza, Qurs Ghafith, Qurs Habis, Qurs Hiltit, Qurs Kafur, Qurs kahruba, Qurs Kaknaj, Qurs Ood Salib, Qurs Sailan, Qurs Sailan Jadid, Qurs Tabasheer Mulayyin, Qurs Taifudia, Sunun Mujalli, Sunun Paost Mughlian.

Substitutes

The substitute of Magnesium Trisilicate is Armenian bole.

Active Constituents

No information regarding Magnesium Trisilicate's active constituent is currently available.

Antidotes

The antidotes of Magnesium Trisilicate are Clarified Butter, Sugar.

Toxicity

Currently no Toxicity information is available for Magnesium Trisilicate. (work in progress)