NEPHROLITHIASIS AND ITS AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT
- February 13, 2023
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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DEFINITION:
Nephrolithiasis referes to the kidney stone or renal calculi. It is made up of mineral and salt depost in the kidney.
CAUSES OF NEPHROLITHIASIS:
- Consumption of less amount of water.
- Weight loss surgey
- Lack of exercise
- Eating too much fructose.
- Food which is rich in sodium or protein.
- Aerated drinks
- Medical condition such as cystinuria, renal tubular acidosis .
TYPES OF NEPHROLITHIASIS:
- CALCIUM OXALATE:
It is most common type of kidney stone in which solid masses form in the kidney when there is high level of calcium oxalate in urine.
- URIC ACID:
It is a type of stone in which high level of uric acid in blood and urine . This blocks passage of urine .It is red, orange or brown in color
- STRUVITE:
It is caused by infection in upper urinary tract. They are made up from magnesium ammonium phosphate. It is a hard object that is made from chemicals in urine. It is also called triple phosphate and staghorn calculi.
- CYSTINE:
It is a type of kidney stone which is caused by a collection of amino acids. It occurs in people with a condition called cystinuria. It forms hexagonal shaped crystal.
SYMPTOMS OF NEPHROLITHIASIS:
- Severe, sharp pain which radiates from loin to groin region.
- Vomiting
- Difficulity in urination
- Fever and chills.
- Cloudy or foul smelling urine.
- Muscle cramps.
- Loss of appetite.
- Frequency of urination.
RISK FACTORS FOR NEPHROLITHIASIS:
- Overweight or obese.
- Diet high in protein, sugar, sodium.
- Dehydration
- Diabetes
- Urinary tract infection
- Excessive intake of calcium, vitamin D
- Gout disease.
- Crohn’s disease.
- Metabolic disorders.
INVESTIGATION:
- Blood examination.
- Urine examination.
- X-ray.
AYURVEDIC APPROACH OF NEPHROLITHIASIS:
In Ayurveda it is compared with ashmari when there is imbalance in the vata dosha then kapha becomes dry this will lead to kidney stones. vataja, pittaja, kaphaja, shukraja are the types of ashmari.
CAUSES IN AYURVEDA:
- Heavy exercise.
- Vidahi (spicy) food.
- Dry food.
- Nidra alpata.
GOOD HERBS FOR NEPHROLITHIASIS :
- Pashanbheda
- Varuna
- Shigru
- Punarnva
- Shatavari
- Gokshura
- Shunti
PATHYA AHARA:
- Puran shali.
- Takra
- Narikela
- Mudga yusha .
APATHYA AHARA AND VIHAR :
- Dry food.
- Grain flour.
- Excesss of sexual indulgence.
- Working in sunshine.
CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF NEPHROLITHIASIS :
Table of Contents
1. Gokshuru Capsules:
Gokshuru capsules are pure ayurvedic medicine which is very effective in kidney disorders as it has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce the swelling of the abdomen. It also acts as diuretic which causes increased urine secretion from the body and removal of all the toxins. These capsules contain pure extract of Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris). It provides effective result in acute & chronic kidney disease, chronic renal failure, cystitis, and urethritis, nephropathy, and urinary tract infections.
Recommended Dosage: Take one capsule twice daily with normal water.
2. Sheet Dhara:
CAC Sheet Dhara is herbo mineral and purely ayurvedic formulation. It works on all the three doshas of body but mainly act on pitta dosha. It contains Ajwaion, Kapur (camphor) and Mint leaves that help reduce Acidity and burning sensation in chest region with its cooling effects. It relaxes your mind also maintains Blood pressure. CAC Sheet dhara help in controlling mood swings by which many women are affected nowadays. It also controls burping ,nausea and bloating.
Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablets twice daily with normal water.
3. Kidney Care Churna:
The kidney care churna is prepared from herbs like Bhumiamla (Phyllanthus niruri), Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), & Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa). These herbs in combination show anti-inflammatory, diuretic, antioxidant, analgesic, etc properties. Kidney care churna keep all kidney function tests (serum creatinine, urea, sodium, potassium, chlorine, & uric acid), etc in normal range. The use of this churna reduces swelling in the body, remove kidney stones, deal with urinary tract infection, general weakness, & fatigue, etc related to kidney patients.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 teaspoonful twice daily with normal water.
4. UTI Care Tablet:
UTI Care Tablets helps to treat Urinary tract infections along with the diseases related to kidney, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra. This tablet contains pure herbal ingredients which are Yavakshar (Hordeum vulgare), kalmi Shora (Pottasium nitrate), Naushadar (Ammonium chloride), Swarna Gairik (Red ochre), etc. UTI Care Tablets are also beneficial in kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, renal colic, burning sensation or pain during micturition, and Hypertension.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.
5. Detox Premium Powder:
The powder contains all the Ayurvedic herbs which strengthen the immune system of the body and prevents the various complications by potentiating immune system. The powder includes :
Parwal Pishti – Parwal pishti is prepared from Coral calcium. It is mainly used in Pitta related disorders and helpful in bleeding disorders. This pishti relieves Ama dosha and improves the digestion power. It also improves the strength and immunity.
Shukta Pishti – It is prepared from Pearl oyster shell. Shukta pishti pacifies Pitta and Kapha dosha. It is the best ant-acid and relieves the abdominal distention. Shukta pishti reduces the rashes on the arms and legs.
Giloy Satva–Giloy satva includes water-soluble extract of Giloy/Guduchi (Tinospora Cordifolia). It balances the aggravated pitta and acts as a mild-antipyretic, antacid, and immuno-modulator. It also reduces burning sensation in the hands, feet, and body.
Kamdudha Ras–According to Ayurveda principles, Kamdudha Ras has Sheeta Virya thus it is beneficial in every Pitta Roga classified in Ayurveda. It is beneficial in the symptoms like burning sensation, restlessness, bleeding tendencies, excessive thirst, and hot flashes, vomiting with yellowish or sour water.
Akik Pishti – Akik bhasma contains Silicon Dioxide and some herbal extracts derived into in during processing with Aloe vera and Rose water. It is used in General debility, Restlessness. It works well in loss of appetite, weight loss, and feeling of excessive heat in the body.
Gandhak Rasayan – Gandhak Rasayan is a great antibacterial, antiviral ayurvedic medicine. It acts as an anti-pyretic, analgesic, & blood purifier.
Sutshekhar Ras–It is an important medicine used in Ayurveda, which acts on Pitta dosha and reduces the symptoms like nausea, vomiting, fever, headache, sour taste of mouth, restlessness, etc.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 sachet twice a day with normal water.
Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh is the younger Vaidya in Chandigarh Ayurved & Panchakarma Centre. He is the fourth generation in his family who is practicing as a general consultant in Ayurved & Panchakarma treatment at Chandigarh. In his practice, he had treated more than 1 Lakh Plus patients worldwide.