Kanaka is the Sanskrit name of the plant Datural metel commonly called the Thorn apple. Datura plant as a whole has several therapeutic benefits in lieu of its anti-spasmodic expectorant bronchodilator and analgesic properties. Kanakasava is a combination of herbs that improves health and ensures ease of breathing. Arishtas and asavas are pleasantly sweet preparations in a mild alcoholic base making it palatable for adults and alike and quick in action. Kanakasava syrup is a combination of Kanaka (Datura metel) Vrusha (Adathoda vasica) Madhuka (Madhuca longifolia) Magadhi (Piper lom) Vyaghri (Solanum virgianum) Kesara (Messua ferra) Viswabheshaja (Zingiber officinale) Bharngi (Clerodendrum serratum) Thalisapatra (Abies webiana) Dhataki (Woodfordia fruticosa) and Draksha (Vitis vinifera) in a sweet and mildly alcoholic base.