Duration and calculation
Antardasha length = Mahadasha years x Antardasha years / 120. Here: 18 x 17 / 120 = 2.55 years, i.e. 2 years 7 months.
How the two planets combine
| Mahadasha lord | Antardasha lord | |
|---|---|---|
| Planet | Rahu (Rahu) | Mercury (Budh) |
| Signifies | ambition and obsession, foreign lands and technology and media | intellect and speech, business and trade and writing and accounts |
| Nature | a shadow planet that magnifies desire | neutral - it takes on the nature of its companions |
| Relationship | friends | friends |
Likely effects
- Career: progress depends on how strongly Mercury is placed.
- Relationships: matters of business and trade come into focus.
- Money: avoid risky moves if Mercury is weak.
- Health: keep routines steady; Mercury governs skin and nerves.
What decides the result in your chart
- Houses owned by Rahu and Mercury for your Lagna
- The house each planet occupies
- Their mutual position (kendra, trikona, 6-8 or 2-12)
- Transits of Saturn and Jupiter during these 2 years 7 months
Remedies for this period
- Chant Om Budhaya Namah 108 times on Wednesday.
- Give charity linked to Mercury on Wednesday - to someone who genuinely needs it.
- Gemstone: Emerald (Panna) - only if Mercury is a benefic for your Lagna. Never wear it on your own.
- Keep the habits of the planet: keep accounts clean, speak truthfully, read daily.
Frequently asked questions
How long is Rahu Mahadasha Mercury Antardasha?
It lasts 2 years 7 months.
Is Rahu Mahadasha Mercury Antardasha good?
It depends on the houses Rahu and Mercury rule in your chart. The two planets are friends.
Is this effect the same for everyone?
No. The sign, the aspects on the planet, its house lordship for your Lagna and the running dasha all change the result. Treat this page as a general guide.
Do I need a remedy for this?
Only if the placement is actually troubling you and the chart confirms it. Many placements need no remedy at all.
Astrology is guidance, not a substitute for medical, legal or financial advice. For health, legal or money decisions, please also consult a qualified professional.