Kottakkal Kanakasavam is an ayurvedic herbal tonic that effectively treats all respiratory disorders like asthma, bronchitis, rhinitis, and tuberculosis and provides protection against common coughs and colds. This medicine also works to improve digestive health and provides relief for all kinds of fever.

Kottakkal Kanakasavam is composed of a total of 11 incredible herbs along with honey and sugar. Datura, the principal component of this medicine, its entire plant is utilized to make this medicine. Datura serves as a euphoric and has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and bronchodilating qualities.

It has anti-asthmatic properties. The seeds and blooms of all Datura plants produce tropane alkaloids including atropine and scopolamine. This formulation reduces the severity of an acute asthma attack and improves lung airflow due to the presence of bronchodilator characteristics.

Other ingredients in this medication include Vasa, Pippali, Shunthi, Yashtimadhu, Talispatra, Kantakaari, and Nagkeshar, which are also effective in treating upper respiratory tract illnesses. In particular, kantakaari and nagkeshar have antioxidative qualities that fight free radicals and stop cell damage. It eases coughing and sore throats.

Kottakkal Kanakasavam has got its reference from Bhaisajya Ratnavali in the chapter of 'Hikka Shwasadhikar'. The heated potency of Kottakkal Kanakasavam aids in the dissolution of the solidified and blocked 'Kapha', with the 'Kapha' dosha being the primary target of the remedy's action.

Kottakkal Kanakasavam is the complete cure for minor diseases like seasonal flu and cough as well as major issues of the respiratory system such as asthma and tuberculosis. In addition to pulmonary ailments, it also offers relief from a variety of stomach issues, weight issues, bleeding, and anorectal illnesses.