Overview

Shilajit is a sticky substance that comes out of the cracks in high mountain ranges of Asia. It's made of animal, mineral, and plant material.

The exact makeup of shilajit depends on where it's found and the temperature. It typically contains vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, and amino acids. It also contains the organic acids fulvic acid and humic acid. It's often used as an adaptogen in Ayurvedic medicine and has antioxidant effects.

People use shilajit for Alzheimer disease, athletic performance, male infertility, fractures, muscle strength, osteoporosis, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Don't confuse shilajit with fulvic acid or humic acid. These are not the same.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

We currently have no information for SHILAJIT overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Processed shilajit is possibly safe when used in doses of 2 grams daily for 45 days or up to 500 mg daily for up to 48 weeks. It seems to be well-tolerated. But there isn't enough reliable information to know if crude or unprocessed shilajit is safe or what the side effects might be.

When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if shilajit is safe or what the side effects might be.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: Processed shilajit is possibly safe when used in doses of 2 grams daily for 45 days or up to 500 mg daily for up to 48 weeks. It seems to be well-tolerated. But there isn't enough reliable information to know if crude or unprocessed shilajit is safe or what the side effects might be.

When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if shilajit is safe or what the side effects might be.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if shilajit is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Surgery: Shilajit might lower blood sugar and interfere with blood sugar control during and after surgery. Stop taking shilajit at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.

Interactions ?

    Moderate Interaction

    Be cautious with this combination

  • Medications for diabetes (Antidiabetes drugs) interacts with SHILAJIT

    Shilajit might lower blood sugar levels. Taking shilajit along with diabetes medications might cause blood sugar to drop too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely.

Dosing

Shilajit has most often been used by adults in doses of 200-500 mg by mouth daily for 8-48 weeks. Speak with a healthcare provider to find out what dose might be best for a specific condition.
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