** 1. at he age of 60 if renal function tests [urea/creatinine] are normal then Bhasam medicines can be given in reduced dose and the kidney functions can be monitored every month for any untoward effect. 2. GOLD [suvarna]: is proved as having anti bacterial action against different organisms but when mixed with honey/ghee, it widens its spectrum of action to stimulate body Immune cells. ii. Dose: 1/8 rati to 1/4 rati [after meals], in Adults, dose higher than 1 gm may/can cause toxicity [take swarna bhasma for 3 months [alternate days] after meals]twice daily. PS. It should be kept in mind, that it will work only if taken in low dose and only and only bilva fruit [aegle marmelos] should be avoided during the course, silver is the choice if want to continue further. iii. possible side effects: one has to make sure that the bhasma is from a reputed pharmacy, and if the parameters of bhasma are not met [Bhasma Pariksha], then will cause aggravation of Pitta [metabolic disorders] iv. use will depend upon kidney condition and Individual Doctor. v. Mode Of Administration: with honey, marich churan and ghee, trikatu churan, and according to Disease, giloy satva, chaywanprash.