Abresham (आबरेशम)

Abresham is not a plant, but rather the dried, raw silk cocoon of the silkworm (Bombyx mori) used as a traditional animal-derived remedy in Unani and Ayurvedic medicine.

What is Abresham?

• Scientific Name: Bombyx mori

• Common Names: Raw silk cocoon (English), Resham (Hindi), Aabresham (Persian/Urdu)

• Form: Empty, naturally dried silk cocoon shells containing structural proteins like fibroin and sericin.

Traditional Uses and Benefits

• Heart Health: Used in classic Unani cardiac tonics to help manage heart weakness, palpitations, and high blood pressure.

• General Vitality: Included in traditional semi-solid preparations like Khamira Abresham to boost energy and support recovery from general debility or weakness.

• Skin and Wound Care: Historically rubbed over the face or placed on open wounds in folk remedies for its nourishing and skin-soothing properties.

Precautions

• Pregnancy: Safety data for pregnant or lactating women is lacking, so it is generally advised to avoid use during these periods unless prescribed by a qualified practitioner.