An ayurvedic concoction from Andhra Pradesh, widely believed to prevent Covid-19 infections, has made its way to Karnataka.
The medicine, approved by the government of Andhra Pradesh, is being distributed by Govindananda Saraswati Swamiji, pontiff of Swarna Hampi in Vijayanagar district.
Huge queues form every day to receive the medicine – a small ball which, when consumed, is said to clean the lungs, remove toxicity in the body and activate the liver.
The medicine, simply called Borige Anandayya’s ayurvedic formula, is being distributed to about 6,000 people.
The pontiff revealed he also has herbal eyedrops which helps increase blood oxygen levels, but this is only for people with low oxygen saturation levels.
However, he admitted he has not sought permission from the district administration or the Karnataka health department to distribute the medicine.
“Borige Anandayya’s ayurvedic formula is very famous in Andhra Pradesh and permitted by the AP government and the AP high court, especially for those suffering Covid-19,” Govindananda Saraswati said.
“This ayurvedic medicine was recently approved by the ministry of Ayush.
This medicine will help people so there is no need to get permission from the health department.” The pontiff claimed the medicine for 6,000 people costs Rs 5 lakh, but since it was given to him free, he is distributing it free.
“Many patients have recovered after they took this ayurvedic medicine.
There are no side effects,” he said.
Dr Janardhan, DHO, Ballari, said he was unaware that the medicine is being distributed.
“No one has sought permission in this regard.
I will tell the taluk health officer, Hospet, to initiate appropriate action.”