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Group of progressive lung disease which causes obstruction of air flow in the lungs that is not fully reversible is known as Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. This condition start with mild symptoms and then tends to get worst with time if not managed properly. The most common conditions that contributes to COPD are Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis. These conditions generally occur together and severity can vary among individuals with COPD.

Emphysema : There is breakdown of the walls of tiny alveoli present at the end of bronchial tubes, in bottom of lungs and makes it hard to get full breath. The break down is due to exposure to cigarette smoke and other irritating gases etc.

Chronic Bronchitis : There is irritation of the bronchial tubes that carry air to and from lungs which cause swell and mucus build up along lining of the bronchial tube. The buildup leads to narrowing of the tube opening that makes it hard to get air into and out of the lungs.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE?

• Genetics : Having Alpha-1 anti-trypsin deficiency a rare genetic condition increase the risk of development of COPD in individual.
• Exposure to tobacco smoke : Long term cigarette smoking or exposure to large amount of second hand smoke can increase the risk of development of COPD.
• Occupational exposure to chemicals and dusts : Individual having long-term exposure to chemical fumes, dusts and vapors in workplace can irritate and inflame the lung thus increase risk of COPD.
• Asthma : Having asthma can increase the risk of development of the COPD. The combination of smoke and asthma increase risk factors of COPD even more.
• Age : Individuals with age over 65 years are more prone to develop symptoms of COPD.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF THE CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE ?

Some common symptoms of COPD experienced by the individuals includes :

• Wheezing
• Shortness of breath mostly during physical activities
• Chronic cough which may produce mucus that may be clear, yellow, white or greenish in color.
• Unintended weight loss
• Lack of energy
• Swelling in feet, ankles or legs
• Chest tightness
• Frequent respiratory infections
• Reduced mental alertness

WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE ?

• Stage 1 ( Mild ) : Individual feels out of breath while doing light exercise and other sign that is present in this stage is presence of cough along with sputum. Usually individual is not aware of the condition.
• Stage 2 ( Moderate ) : The symptoms are worse than stage 1 and there is increase in mucus production. The individual develops shortness of breath even during daily physical activities like walking etc.
• Stage 3 ( Severe ) : There is increase in sputum secretion, change in color of sputum. The individual experience more shortness of breath and the cough tends to worsen.
• Stage 4 ( Very Severe ) : Everything individual do results in the shortness of breath which limits the mobility of individual. The individual may have difficulty in breathing even when resting.

AYURVED APPROACH

In Ayurved it is said to be a disorder of Pranavaha srotas( channel). Due to exposure to etiological factors like dust, excessive intake of oily, sour, salty food, leads to vitiation of the kapha . The vitiated kapha moves upward and reaches respiratory system . There the kapha causes obstruction and hampers movement of  prana and udan vayu that leads to the development of the disease.

HERBS FOR CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE :

• Rasona
• Ashwagandha
• Trikatu
• Haridra
• Vasaka
• Mulethi
• Pushkarmool
• Tulsi

PANCHKARMA FOR CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE :

• Patra Pottali Pind Swedan
• Uro Vasti
• Nasya Karma
• Lepam
• Vaman

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATION FOR TREATMENT OF CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE :

1. Broncho care syrup:

Broncho care syrup is used to eliminate chronic cough, bronchitis, common cold, whooping cough, etc. This ayurvedic syrup contains Vasa patra (Adhatoda vasica), Kantkari (Solanum surattense), Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Bharangi (Clerodendrum serratum), Chitrakmool (Plumbago zeylanica), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Pippali(Piper longum), Lasoda (Cordia dichotoma), Pudina (Mentha spicata), etc. These ingredients show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, expectorant, bronchodilator properties.

Recommended Dosage –Take 2 teaspoonful twice a day.

2. Cough Go Tablets:

Cough Go tablets are ayurvedic formulation containing ingredients like Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Pippali (Piper longum), Kali mirch (Piper nigrum), etc. These tablets are very effective in bronchitis, cough, cold, nasal problems, and other respiratory problems.

Recommended Dosage –Take 1 tablets twice a day with normal water.

3. Kapha Sachet:

The powder contains a mixture of herbal ingredients which are mainly made for the treatment of asthma. Their properties generally balance the vata and kapha dosha. The sachet contains ingredients like – Sitopladi churna,  Laxmi vilas ras, Godanti bhasma, etc. It is used mainly in chronic cough, whooping cough and trouble breathing. It also relieves congestion of chest, sore throat. The ingredients loosen the mucus accumulated in the chest thus making it easy to cough it out. Its main therapeutic effects appear on lungs, pleura, and airways.

Recommended Dosage– Take 1 Sachet twice a day with normal water.

4. Giloy capsule:

Giloy capsules are formed with the standardized extract of herb giloy (Tinospora cordifolia). The Giloy herb improves immunity, removes toxins from body, purifies blood, beneficial in cough, cold, fever, & bronchitis.

Recommended Dosage:Take 2 capsules twice a day with normal water.

5. Trikatu Syrup:

Trikatu combines the goodness of Black pepper, Ginger and, Long pepper to create an herbal remedy for digestive ailments, sluggish metabolism, obesity, and high cholesterol. This syrup has best results in anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving, and expectorant. It also help to tackle the weight problems or obesity. It can modulate your body’s immune response while cutting the characteristic inflammation associated with the back pain.

Recommended Dosage–Take 2 teaspoonful twice a day before meal with normal water.

Asherman’s syndrome is a rare condition of the female reproductive system. In this syndrome, there occurs formation of scar tissue called adhesions inside the cavity of uterus. It decreases the amount of open space inside the uterus. The walls of uterus also become thick and uterus get smaller in size. It occur either in uterus or in cervix or both. The syndrome is also known as intrauterine adhesions. It is mainly caused by medical procedures like dilatation and curettage, C-section or any cancer treatment. Pain in pelvis, scanty periods or absence of periods and infertility are some of the most common symptoms of Asherman’s syndrome. The diagnosis of Asherman’s syndrome is difficult. But it can be treated with medications and following a healthy lifestyle.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF ASHERMAN’S SYNDROME?

Asherman’s syndrome occurs because of the formation of scar tissue inside the uterus and thus decreasing the space inside it. It can also cause blockage of cervix. There are various reasons due to which Asherman’s syndrome is caused. Following are the causes of Asherman’s syndrome:

• Dilatation and curettage (D&C)
• Pelvic inflammatory disease
• Cervicitis
• Ceasarean section
• Hysteroscopy
• Hysterectomy
• Genital tuberculosis
• Uterine cancer
• Intrauterine device
• Cervical cancer
• Radiation therapy
• Hormonal imbalance like menopause
• Excessive stress
• Strenuous exercise
• Polycystic ovarian syndrome
• Intake of contraceptive pills

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF ASHERMAN’S SYNDROME?

In most of the people, there are no or very few symptoms of Asherman’s syndrome. Following are the common signs and symptoms of Asherman’s syndrome:

• Having scanty periods
• Absence of periods called amenorrhea
• Abnormal uterine bleeding
• Irregular menstruation
• Severe abdominal cramps
• Pain in pelvis
• Difficulty in conception

WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS WHICH ARE ASSOCIATED WITH ASHERMAN’S SYNDROME?

Asherman’s syndrome leads to the development of some complications. Following are the complications of Asherman’s syndrome:

• Recurrent miscarriages
• Excessive uterine bleeding
• Anemia
• Placenta accrete
• Placenta previa
• Still birth
• Infertility

HOW ASHERMAN’S SYNDROME IS PREVENTED?

In Asherman’s syndrome, there is formation of scar tissue inside the cavity of uterus and it is mainly because of medical procedures such as D and C. So it is better to avoid it. Dilatation and curettage is mostly done after a missed abortion, retained placenta and post-birth hemorrhage.

HOW THE DIAGNOSIS OF ASHERMAN’S SYNDROME IS DONE?

The doctor will ask about the signs and symptoms of the disease to the patient. He will do a pelvic examination of the patient. He will take complete medical history of the patient whether she has undergone some surgery. The doctor will recommend some tests to the patient for the evaluation of the disease:

• Ultrasound
• Hysteroscopy
• Saline infusion sonography

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF ASHERMAN’S SYNDROME

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh Ayurved centre which are used for the treatment of Asherman’s syndrome:

1. Ulcer Heal Tablets

Ulcers are caused when the colon becomes inflamed and there is a formation of ulcers on the inner lining of the colon. the largest intestine is affected rather than the small intestine. these are painful, swollen, and leads to fullness and a perpetual feeling of going to pass stools. It also has a psychological effect. it comes under Purishavaha srotas and causes raktatisar due to imbalanced Vata, pitta, and Kapha doshas. Ulcers heal tablets of CAC protect the endothelial layer, cure ulcers, and restores body metabolism.

Recommended Dosage: Take one tablet twice daily.

2. Immuno Up Powder

Immuno up sachet is pure herbal formulation. The importance of working on your immunity is now on an all-time high. If a person fall ill easily, it means their body’s immunity is low. This pacifies tridosha (Vata, pitta and Kapha), strengthen your immunity, keeps your digestive system fit and also detox your body. it also works in cold, fever and flu conditions. It consists of effective levels of antioxidants, Vitamin C and E which circulate in the body to protect it against the damage caused by free radicals. it is a natural immune-modulator properties to prevent and ease coughing, sneezing, etc. It provides quick relief from early signs of running nose, Sore throat, body pains, and weakness.

Recommended Dosage: Take one sachet twice daily.

3. Femine Care Tablet

Femine care tablet is a pure and natural remedy that contains various herbs extract that works on the female reproductive system and make it healthy. These tablets show antioxidant properties, anti inflamatory and immuno modulater properties.

Recommended Dosage: Take one tablet twice daily.

4. Trikatu Tablet

Trikatu Tablet is a hebo-mineral tablet of 650 MG and is purely Ayurvedic formulation. CAC Trikatu Tablet helps to eliminate excess Kapha or mucous from the body, supports respiratory system, manages weight, helps to take out impurities or ama from the body, supports healthy detoxification, reduces swelling. It shows anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant, antioxidant properties. This tablet is made up of equal parts of three herbs such as Pippali (Piper longum), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), & Marich (Piper nigrum) that maintains the metabolism in the body. The regular use of this tablet balances the thyroxine hormone and treats hyperthyroidism naturally. It is an Appetizer and it improves digestion, supports normal gastric function, and normal circulation.

Recommended Dosage: Take one tablet twice daily.

5. Women Power Plus Tablet

Woman power tablet is a complete health supplement for women which is best for female health and vital energy. It helps to build up the immunity. This is a pure herbo mineral product of the best quality herbs. The herbs used are Ashoka, Shatavari, anatmool, etc. These are herbs used since ancient times to maintain female health metabolism.

Recommended Dosage: Take one tablet twice daily.

These tablets are herbo-mineral and purely ayurvedic formulation. These tablets are 100% natural and safe containing reetha chhilka purified in cow’s milk. The herb used in these tablets have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, laxative properties. It makes stool soft and helps to prevent constipation. It is effective against bleeding piles and also reduce pain while defecation.

INGREDIENTS OF CAC PILES SOFT TABLET :

• Reetha Chilka  (Sapindus mukorossi): It has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant effects . It also acts as natural laxative thus helps to make stool soft and also prevents constipation which is the most  common cause for development of piles. It is also helpful in treatment of all types of abdominal disorders and worm infestation.
• Purified in Gau dugdh  (cow milk): According to ayurved it assists in easy movement of intestines thus helps to improve constipation. It also have rejuvenating properties and helps to balance aggravated Vata and Pitta doshas but increases Kapha.

USES OF CAC PILES SOFT TABLET :

• Bleeding piles
• Act as laxative
• Prevent constipation
• Fistula
• Fissures

COMPARED TO PILES SOFT TABLETS  THE ALLOPATHIC COUNTERPART IS BISACODYL

Bisacodyl comes under class of drugs called as stimulant laxatives. It helps to  stimulates  bowel movements by working on colon.  Show effect in 6-12 hours when administrated  orally but suppositories take 10-45 minutes to show full effect.

MECHANISM OF ACTION

It stimulates the parasympathetic nerves in colon which increase the peristaltic movements and secretions that helps to ease out constipation.

It is present in market under brand names :

• Bidlax
• Bolax
• Baxative
• onlax
• Julax
• Dulcolax

SIDE-EFFECTS:

• Stomach ache
• Rectal burning
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Electrolytes and fluid imbalance
• Vertigo
• Dizziness
• Blood in stool
• Abdominal cramps
• Vomiting

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

• Appendicitis
• GI perforation
• Ulcerative colitis
• Hypokalemia
• Breast-feeding mother
• Pregnancy

It is an infection  that influences the air sacs in both lungs.The air sacs may fill with fluid or causing cough with phelgm .A variety of organism including bacteria,virus,fungi can cause pneumonia. Bacterial pneumonia is more  harmful than viral pneumonia. It can affect one or both lungs. Pneumonia occurs in both lungs called bilateral anemia.

TYPES OF PNEUMONIA:

1. Bacterial pneumonia: It is an infection caused by streptococcus bacteria.It is caused by weakening of body defenses in cases such as chronic illness,poor nutrition or an impared immune system.
2. Viral pneumonia: It is caused by inflenza virus or para influenza virus. In healthy people viral pneumonia is goes away in 1-2 weeks but cough and fatigue last occurs for many weeks.
3. Mycoplasma pneumonia: It is commonly referred to as walking pneumonia.It is the mildest form of illness.It is caused by mycoplasma pneumoniae.

SYMPTOMS OF PNEUMONIA:

• Mucous mixed cough which are green or yellow in color.
• Fever with chills.
• Shortness of breath.
• Rapid or difficulity in breathing
• Sharp or stabbing pain that gets more worse when you breathe deeply .
• Loss of appetite
• Confusion
• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Ear pain

RISK FACTORS OF PNEUMONIA:

• Infants from birth to 2 years.
• Weaknes immune system such as pregancy or HIV patients
• People who have chronic illness such as asthma,Diabetes, COPD

INVESTIGATION:

• Chest x -ray
• Blood culture
• Sputum culture
• CT-scan
• Bronchoscopy

COMPLICATIONS:

• Impaired breathing
• Lung abscess
• Pulmonary fibrosis
• Pleural effusion
• Pleuritis

AYURVEDIC APPROACH OF PNEUMONIA :

Pneumonia can be correlated with shwasanaka jwara in which Kapha dosha is dominant. Vitiation of kapha dosha leads to the ama dosha and blocks the Numerous body channels are obstructed by vitiated Kapha and ama . It results in the spread of Agni  all over the body and it results in pushing heat toward the skin and raising body temperature.

CAUSATIVE FACTORS FOR PNEUMONIA :

• More Exposure to dust,smoke and wind.
• Excessive exercise and intake of dry foods.
• Excessive intake of curd and unboiled milk.
• Weakness and injury to vital organs
• Cold viruses

PANCHAKARMA PROCEDURES:

• Langhana
• Vamana

SINGLE HERBS:

• Peppermint
• Eucalyptus
• Amla
• Kutaja
• Tila
• Guduchi
• Vasa

GOOD FOOD TO EAT IN PNEUMONIA :

• Turmeric
• Citus fruits
• Green leaf vegetables such as spinach, broccoli
• Honey
• Protein rich food
• Fenugreek seeds
• Coconut milkj
• Flaxseeds
• Almond
• Amla

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF PNEUMONIA:

1. Kapha Powder:

This ayurvedic powder is very effective in cough with mucus, cold, and other respiratory disorders. Cough powder is a mixture of some ayurvedic ingredients like talisadi churna, abharak bhasam, godanti bhasam, lakshmi vilas rasa, yashtimadhu churna, tankan bhasma, kaph ketu ras. These ingredients in combination show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, bronchodilator, & expectorant properties.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 sachet twice a day with honey.

2. Trikatu Tablet:

As the name suggests three ingredients are used for its preparation like Shunthi, Pippali, & Maricha. These herbs in combination deal with the loss of appetite, gas, flatulence, bloating, abdominal distension, weak digestion, constipation, abdominal pain, etc.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

3. Cough Go Tablets:

These herbal tablets are beneficial in cough, cold, bronchitis, & other respiratory disorders. Cough Go Tablets are ayurvedic formulation containing Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Pippali (Piper longum), Kali mirch (Piper nigrum), etc. All these ingredients show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, bronchodilator, & expectorant properties. This is very beneficial in fever due to phlegm and treats the chronic cough. It helps in reducing cough, headache, rhinitis, etc.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

4. Giloy capsule:

Giloy capsules are formed with the standardized extract of herb giloy (Tinospora cordifolia). The Giloy herb improves immunity, removes toxins from body, purifies blood, beneficial in cough, cold, fever, & bronchitis.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 capsules twice a day with normal water.

5. Nerve up tablets:

Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata doshas and kapha dosha, and acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchla, shudha shilajeet,  praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. These contains natural vatahar properties and helps in curing vata disorders, speed up physical and mental processes. It act as Respiratory stimulant, helps in Joint pain, Inflammation, Stiffness, Gout, Arthritis, Bodyache, Erectile dysfunction, and Body weakness.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.

6. Amrit Tulsi Ras:

Amrit Tulsi Ras is a pure herbal preparation containing five types of Tulsi extracts Ocimum sanctum, Ocimum gratissium, Ocimum canum, Ocimum basilicum, Ocimum citriodorum. This herbal drop increases immunity, helps to treat cough, common cold and skin, respiratory diseases specially bronchitis. It gives effective results in bacterial and viral infections.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 drops twice daily in a cup of water.

Mostly at one age men may suffer from low self-esteem and become negative. This also occurs because they are facing problems in their sexual life. There might be early ejaculation and erectile dysfunction. A feeling of inferiority also occurs and they feel hesitate to visit a doctor or discuss this problem. It also affects their relationship and leads to fighting, divorce, loss of self-confidence, the stress in their personal life.If a person has difficulty in having and keeping an erection more than 25% of the time, its a time for consultation. Ayurveda offers a great solution to this problem.CAC provide effective combination for to provide efficient men power in the form of Men power plus capsule. These Men power plus medicine treat all the problems related to Men life by providing men power. These special herbs are used in combination of  CAC Men Power plus tablets that will  help to combat the problems that affects men power like erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation and low sperm count naturally and effectively. These Men power plus capsule also help to build up stamina in older age. It also helps to enhance the pleasure, stamina, confidence, and  overall man power.

INGREDIENTS:

• Shatavar :

It  improves testosterone levels. It might be good for diabetics as it helps manage blood sugar levels. Shatavari might also promote memory functions due to its antioxidant activity.

• Ashwagandha:

Ashwagandha is a versatile herb used in Ayurvedic medicine, and its purported health benefits for men include:Boosting testosterone levels, Enhancing sexual desire, Increasing sperm count and motility, Improving erectile dysfunction

• Konch beej :

It is a leguminous plant and is a good source of protein. Kaunch beej increases sexual desire as well as the quality and quantity of sperm due to its aphrodisiac property.

• Samunder sokh :

It  helps to strengthen the activity.This herb is aphrodisiac, immunomodulatory, hepatoprotective, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antihyperglycemic, antidiarrheal, antiviral, nematocidal, antiulcer, anticonvulsant, and analgesic.

• Kesar:

Saffron helps relieve cough and asthma when taken along with honey. It is also beneficial in managing the problems of the reproductive system, such as, erectile dysfunction in men and menstrual pain in women.

• Salab mishri:

Salabmisri is used in Sexual weakness, Chronic Diarrhoea and Dysentery, Tuberculosis, Strangury, Syphilis

• Akarkara:

Akarkara is rich in antioxidants and is useful in improving blood circulation. it helps in managing pain and inflammation in arthritis.

• Semal Musli:

Roots of the semal musli are used for treating dysentery, diarrhea, and menorrhagia and effectively helps in treating wounds. The Bark of semal musli can be used to stop bleeding, gum can be used to reduce burning sensation, seeds are useful in the treatment of chronic cystitis and gonorrhea

• Kali Mirch:

Roots of the semal musli are used for treating dysentery, diarrhea, and menorrhagia and effectively helps in treating wounds. The Bark of semal musli can be used to stop bleeding, gum can be used to reduce burning sensation, seeds are useful in the treatment of chronic cystitis and gonorrhea

• Moosk dana:

Musk dana can be used in the treatment of stomach and intestinal disorders, loss of appetite, headaches and muscle spasms, hysteria and gonorrheal diseases, lung problems and other nervous system disorders.

• Trivang bhasam:

Trivang bhasma has aphrodisiac action, which helps sustaining erections and providing strength to penile tissue

• Shudh shilajit:

It also gives result in gout, cervical spondylosis, sciatica and backache. It is also beneficial in cold, cough, coryza, chill, allergy, breath problem, asthma, lungs weakness, tuberculosis, weak bones, physical weakness, sperms, sexual disorders and diabetes besides many other diseases.

• Siddha makardhwaja :

Makardhwaja is named due to its aphrodisiac and its efficiency in treating impotence. It is commonly used for chronic skin conditions and other lung conditions like chronic cold, pneumonia or tuberculosis. It helps to relieve the pain in conditions like cardiac arrhythmias, palpitations, stress and anxiety..

Uses:

• The herbs contain heats and energy generating herbs which increases blood circulation in tissues of the penis.
• Provide strength to the whole body and help to relieve erectile dysfunction naturally.
• All herbs are aphrodisiac in nature, helps to increase stamina.
• The best source of male hormone precursors.
• Can be used by bodybuilders
• Relieve impotency
• Self-confidence and increase sperm count and sperm quality
• These herbs are antioxidant properties, the best supplement that works in anti-aging and provides strength.
• Reduce serum glucose levels
• Helps to relieve hypertension

ALLOPATHIC COUNTERPART OF MEN POWER PLUS ALONG WITH ITS SIDE EFFECTS :

TADALAFIL:

BRAND NAME: CIALIS

Cialis (tadalafil) is a phosphodiesterase-5 enzyme (PDE-5) inhibitor, meaning it blocks PDE-5. This relaxes certain muscles and blood vessels, which increases blood flow to the penis to help with an erection. Cialis (tadalafil) also treats enlarged prostate symptoms. Cialis belongs to a class of drugs called Phosphodiesterase-5 Enzyme Inhibitors. CIALIS (tadalafil) is a selective inhibitor of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP)-specific phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5). Tadalafil has the empirical formula C₂₂H₁₉N₃O₄ representing a molecular weight of 389.41

SIDE EFFECTS :

• Headache
• Runny nose
• Indigestion
• Back pain
• Muscle ache
• Dizziness
• Sweating
• Vision changes

DRUG INTERACTION:

1. Telaprevir
2. Cobicistat
3. Bunazosin
4. Darunavir
5. Erythromycin
6. Nitroglycerine

CAC Brahmi capsules are herbal and purely ayurvedic formulation.  Brahmi help Promote mental fitness, improve brain and nervous system.  Brahmi is one of the world’s most powerful adaptogens. Brahmi help improve mental clarity, overall well being and Boost energy without adverse side effects. Brahmi has Cooling property which keeps the mind calm and free of Anxiety. It also promote sound sleep. Regular consumption of Brahmi  strenghthen immune system. It is a good anti oxidant, anti bacterial, anti microbial and best immunity booster.

INGREDIENTS:

Brahmi :

Brahmi is a reputed intellect promoter, hypotensive, and neuropathic sedative drug. It is a potent tonic used to improve mental alertness, learning performance, and memory as well as in the treatment of insomnia. . The mechanism of action could be through metal chelation at the initiation level and also as chain breaker. Brahmi also possesses anti-epileptic property as evidenced by reducing the dopamine levels of dopaminergic neurons in the frontal cortex region of the rat brain.the chemical constituents of brahmi are alanine, herpestine,hersaponin, Brahmine and nictinic acid.

USES:

• Reduce stress and anxiety
• Ease the symptoms of alzeihmers disease
• Responsible for intelligence
• Provide relief from arhthritis
• Improve function of nervous system
• Reduce ADHD symptoms
• Lower blood pressure level
• Reduce inflammation

ALLOPATHIC COUNTERPART OF BRAHMI CAPSULES ALONG WITH ITS SIDE EFFECTS:

GALANTAMINE

BRAND NAME: RAZADYNE

Razadyne improves the function of nerve cells in the brain. It works by preventing the breakdown of a chemical called  acetylcholine. People with dementia  usually have lower levels of this chemical, which is important for the processes of memory, thinking, and reasoning. Galantamine is in a class of medications called acetylcholinesterase inhibitors. It has an empirical formula of C₁₇H₂₁NO₃ .HBr and a molecular weight of 368.27. Galantamine hydrobromide is a white to almost white powder and is sparingly soluble in water

SIDE EFFECTS:

• hives,
• difficulty breathing,
• swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat,
• skin rash, no matter how minor,
• chest pain,
• slow heart rate,
• little or no urinating,
• blood in your urine
• loss of appetite,
• dark urine,
• clay-colored stools,
• yellowing of the skin or eyes
• feeling very thirsty or hot,

DRUG INTERACTION:

1. Propranolol
2. Digoxin
3. Ketoconazole
4. Amitryptyline
5. Atropine

This churna is herbo-mineral formulation and is 100% safe and purely Ayurvedic preparation. This churna exhibits anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antioxidant and diuretic properties. This churna is beneficial in reducing creatinine levels, rejuvenation of kidneys and promotes filtering process of kidneys thus maintain overall urinary tract health. This churna deals with early signs and symptoms related to kidney disease and also helps to pacify the kapha and pitta dosha. This churn also helps in painlesss expulsion of stones. This herbal churna has ingredients like manjistha, punarnava and bhumi amla etc. It is beneficial in conditions like chronic kidney disease, Renal colic, Urinary tract infection, kidney stones.

INGREDIENTS OF CAC KIDNEY CARE CHURNA :

• Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa) : It has anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties thus helps to reduce the risk of inflammatory kidney diseases. It is also useful in management of kidney stones and kidney disorders.

• Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia) : It contain active compound that helps  to treat urolithiasis and other kidney disorders. It also have antispasmodic properties thus helps to allows easy passage of already formed kidney stones through urinary system.

• Bhumiamla (Phyllanthus niruri) : It has diuretic properties that helps to flush out the toxins and wastes from the body. It helps to prevent kidney stone formation and ensure electrolyte balance in body.

USES OF CAC KIDNEY CARE CHURNA :

• Chronic kidney disease
• Renal colic
• Kidney stones
• Anti-inflammatory
• Diuretic
• Antioxidant
• Urinary tract infections
• Nephritis
• Dysuria
• Difficulty in urination
• Frequent micturition
• Immuno-modulator
• Renal-protective

COMPARED TO KIDNEY CARE CHURNA   THE ALLOPATHIC COUNTER PART IS BUMETANIDE

It is a diuretic medication that helps to treat swelling in kidney and liver diseases by increase the excretion of salt and excess water from the body .

SIDE-EFFECTS:

• Muscle weakness
• Nausea
• Increased thirst
• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Unusual sweating
• Severe diarrhea
• Easy bruising
• Stomach pain
• Loss of appetite
• Low potassium levels
• Low blood pressure

Life threatening condition in which part of brain doesn’t have enough blood flow is known as Stroke. This condition is commonly due to blocked artery or bleeding in brain. The brain cells of the affected area starts to die from lack of oxygen without steady blood supply. This condition is life-threatening and needs immediate medical attention to prevent permanent  damage or death.

WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF STROKE ?

There mainly three types of strokes :

• Transient Ischemic Attack: It is also called as mini-stroke as effects are temporary. This is usually caused by temporary decrease in blood supply to a part of brain.
• Ischemic Stroke : When blood supply to brain is reduced due to blockage or narrowing of blood vessels then the condition is known as Ischemic Stroke. The blockage or narrowing of blood vessel is mainly due to blood clots. The clots may be caused by fatty deposits within arteries called plaque.
• Hemorrhagic Stroke: This type is caused when blood vessels in the brain or on surface of brain breaks or leaks which cause bleeding in or around brain. The leakage leads to swelling and pressure that cause damage to cells and tissues of brain.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF STROKE?

The causes of Ischemic stroke includes :

• Clotting disorders
• Atrial fibrillation
• Atherosclerosis
• Heart defects like Ventricular septal defect or Artrial septal defect.
• Micro-vascular Ischemic disease.

Common causes of Hemorrhagic stroke includes:

• Brain aneurysms
• High blood pressure
• Brain tumors
• Diseases which weakens or cause unusual changes in blood vessels in brain like moyamoya disease.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF STROKE?

There are several conditions and factors that may increase the risk of  stroke in individual. The factors includes:

• Alcohol abuse
• Migraine headaches
• Smoking
• Type 2 diabetes
• Individuals above the age of 55 years
• Use of birth control pills or hormone therapies.
• High cholesterol

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF STROKE?

Some common symptoms of stroke includes :

• Loss of muscle control on one side of face.
• Dizziness or vertigo
• Weakness of one side or paralysis
• Aphasia
• Garbled or slurred speaking
• Loss of coordination
• Sudden loss of one or more senses either partial or total.
• Nausea
• Blurred vision or diplopia
• Vomiting
• Memory loss
• Neck stiffness
• Confusion or agitation
• Passing out
• Headaches
• Emotional instability
• Seizures
• Sudden behavioral changes
• Coma

AYURVED APPROACH

In Ayurved stroke can be correlated with Pakshaghata. Due to excessive exposure to etiological factors there is vitiation of the vata dosha in the body. The vitiated vata moves to brain and get lodged there. Imbalanced vata causes srotas (channel) and sanyu (tendons) to dry up leading to impairment of mobility and response in area affected by the vata.

HERBS FOR THE STROKE:

• Ashwagandha
• Brahmi
• Rasona
• Haridra
• Guggulu

PANCHKARMA FOR STROKE :

• Snehan
• Swedan
• Vasti
• Shirodhara
• Nasyam
• Virechan
• Shiro vasti

PATHYA AHARA-VIHARA FOR STROKE :

• Black gram, horse gram, green grams
• Radish, ginger , garlic , ash gourd.
• Fruits such as mango, grapes, pomegranate etc.
• Intake of high fiber and low fat diet
• Control weight and cholesterol levels
• Practice regular physical exercise.

APATHYA AHARA-VIHARA FOR STROKE :

• Excessive intake of peas, barley etc
• Excessive starvation, suppressing natural urges, staying up till late night
• Intake of pungent, salty food, oily food and unwholesome food
• Excessive alcohol consumption
• Smoking tobacco.

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATION FOR TREATMENT OF STROKE :

1. Active Plus Tablet:

CAC active plus Tablet is a pure herbo-mineral formulation prepared from best quality of herbs. This tablet is best for person mental and physical health, also helps to boost up the immunity. The herbal ingredients present in these tablets are used to maintain person’s health and refreshes the mind and body. These tablets improves digestion, eliminates constipation, stress, nourishes brain,  acts as antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, etc.

Recommended dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

2. Heart Up Tablet:

Recommended dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

3. Noni Capsule:

Noni capsule contain standardized extract of herb Noni (Morinda citrifolia) that is good for overall health of heart. These capsule deals with the blocked arteries of the heart. The formation of plaque is overcome with the use of these herbal capsules.

Recommended dosage: Take 1 capsule twice daily with normal water.

4. Nerve up tablet :

CAC Nerve up tablet is a herbo-mineral tablet and is purely ayurvedic formulation.  CAC Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata doshas. It reduces kapha dosha, and acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet,  praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. These contains natural vatahar properties and helps in curing vata diseases.

Recommended dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

5. Kapha Balance tablet:

CAC Kapha tablet is a healthy blend of herbs formulated to balance Kapha doshas without aggravating Pitta and Vata doshas. It can also be used to alleviate any temporary Kapha imbalance. It is very effective in Kapha season that is late winter and spring. It consists of warming and astringent herbs that help to balance the system throughout the cold season. The main use of Kapha tablets is to remove excess Kapha doshas from the system and helps in the management of weight, healthy lungs, and the immune system.

Recommended dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

It is charaterized by vaginal inflammation caused by the overgrowth of bacteria naturally found in the vagina which upsets the natural balance.It can affect women of any age.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS:

1. Douching
2. Cigratte smoking
3. Use of tampons for longer time.
4. Establishing unprotected intercourse with multiple partners
5. Excess use of antibiotics
6. Anti bacterial soaps

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS:

1. Itchiness or redness
2. Greyish –white or yellow discharge
3. Vagina can smell like rotten fish
4. Burning urination
5. Peculiar consistency of vaginal fluid.
6. Pain during intercourse

COMPLICATION OF BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS:

• Complications during pregnancy : It may lead to premature birth ,loss of

pregnancy,chorioamnionitis.

• Increase risk of Sexually transmitted diseases such as chlamydia and gonorrhea
• It can cause pelvic inflammatory diseases
• Tubal factor infertility

AYURVEDIC APPROACH OF  BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS :

In ayurveda it is compared with kaphaja yonivyapat in which vitiation of kapha dosha this infection is takes place. Kandu,sheeta,pichila,mild pain ,pandu varna are the symptoms of kaphaja yoni vyapat.

PANCHKARMA TREATMENT:

1. Yoni parisheka
2. Pichu
3. Abhyanga
4. Uttrabasti ( medicine installation through vagina or cervix )

LIFE STYLE IMPROVEMENT IN BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS:

1. Avoid day time sleep
2. Avoid late night awakening
3. Avoid excessive physical exercise
4. Avoid using swimming pools and hot tubs
5. Wipe from front to back after passing stool

YOGA ASANA FOR BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS:

1. Sarvangasana
2. Utthanasana
3. Matsyasana
4. Bhujangasana

SINGLE DRUGS:

1. Haridra
2. Nimba
3. Karanja
4. Amalaki
5. Guduchi
6. Aragwadha
7. Musta

GOOD FOOD  TO EAT:

1. Green vegetables
2. Water
3. Yoghurt
4. Fresh fruits such as apple, kiwi,orange ,watermelon etc
5. Almonds

AVOIDABLE FOOD:

1. Avoid fried food, bakery food items and fermented foods.
2. Avoid intake of wrong food combinations such as fruit with milk, milk with fish ,curd with milk etc.
3. Candies
4. Avoid pickles

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS:

1. Detox Premium Powder

These are herbal-mineral sachet especially designed for the ulcerative colitis patients. The various ingredients used for the formation of these sachets are prawal pishti, shukta pishti, Giloy satv, kehrva pishti, Jahar Mohra pishti, sutshekhar ras, shankh bhasma, kamdudha ras, moti bhasma that in combination provide good relief on the signs and symptoms of ulcerative colitis patients.

• Shukta pishti: The bhasma is prepared from pearl oyster shell calcium. This pishti shows antioxidant & anti-inflammatory properties that give deal with the ulcerative colitis patients.
• Prawal pishti: It is made from coral calcium that reduces bleeding associated with ulcerative colitis patients.
• Giloy satv: This herbal satv remove all toxins from the body. It reduces excessive Pitta from the body associated with ulcerative colitis.
• Jahar Mohra pishti: The antidiarrheal property of this pishti stops loose stools that are the main symptoms in ulcerative colitis patient.
• Kehrva pishti: This pishti provides good results in rectal bleeding, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and abdominal inflammation related to ulcerative colitis patients.
• Sutshekhar ras: This preparation reduces bloating & gastritis. It provides calming effect on the body.
• Akik pishti: It is a mineral-based medicine that reduces excessive heat, weakness, & general debility.
• Kamdudha ras: This ras is beneficial in burning sensation, loose stools, bleeding tendencies related to ulcerative colitis patients.
• Moti bhasma: The anti-inflammatory property of this herb reduces inflammation in the body.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water.

2. Leuco Care Tablets

These herbal capsules treat vaginal discharge, foul smell, painful conditions, fatigue, etc. The various ingredients used for the formation of the capsules are Kukkutandwaka bhasma, Mochras, Supari, Nagkesar, Ashok, Gond katira, etc that is good for leucorrhea patients.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablets twice daily with normal water.

3. Women Champion Syrup:

Woman Champion is purely herbal and ayurvedic formulation. It is a very effective tonic for women and help to maintain their health. It balances all the doshas of body and also maintain hormone levels . It contains herbs like Lodhra, Manjishta, Ashok chaal, Punarnava,Shatavar,Bala,Daruharidra,Nagarmotha that help women typically with mood changes, stress, headache and pain.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 teaspoonfuls twice daily.

4. Femine care tablet

It is a pure and natural remedy that contains various herbs extract that works on the female reproductive system and make it healthy. These tablets show antioxidant properties, anti inflammatory and immuno modulater properties. It contains Ghritkumari , Muramakki, Sonth. It works in various diseases like pcod, bulky uterus, endometriosis, general female health, irregular menses, and uterine fibroids. It affects on Tridosha- balances Vata and Kapha.

DOSE – 1-2 tablets two times a day or as directed by physician.

5. Trikatu Tablet:

As the name suggests three ingredients are used for its preparation like Shunthi, Pippali, & Maricha. These herbs in combination deal with the loss of appetite, gas, flatulence, bloating, abdominal distension, weak digestion, constipation, abdominal pain, etc.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

CAC GOKSHURA CAPSULES are 100% natural and safe and is pure Ayurvedic formulation. Gokshura is the herb that helps in revitalizing and rejuvenating the body. Gokshura helps to balance all three Doshas. These capsules contains standardized extract of the herb Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris). Gokshura shows Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Diuretic, Anti-arthritic, Anti-gout, Anti-hypertensive, Immune-modulator properties. This capsule is beneficial for improving Kidney functions, treats Urinary tract infections, urinary distension, urinary calculi, Polycystic kidney disease, Renal calculi, dysuria, difficulty in micturition, cystitis, maintain uric acid levels in the kidneys and thus prevents Gout, . Gokshura is effective in improving men’s health, enhances spermatogenesis. This capsule provides strength to heart muscles, prevents atherosclerosis, lowers the risk of heart attack, strokes, maintains Cholesterol levels in blood, etc. The potent antioxidants present in gokshura improves the memory capacity, concentration, calmness, alertness of an individual.

INGREDIENTS :

GOKSHURA :

Gokshura is ideal for body building, combating diuretic issues, PCOS, skin ailments, prostate gland disorders and heart problems. It is also used as an aphrodisiac to increase the libido in both men and women. Additionally, gokshura also acts as anti aging agent and improves brain functioning. Gokshura has active components, the most important of which are the alkaloids, norharman and Harman. It also contains terrestrosins A E, flavonoid glycosides, and furostanol, which are steroidal saponins.

USES:

• Anti-inflammatory
• Diuretic
• Antioxidant
• Anti-arthritic
• Anti-gout
• Analgesic
• Anti-hypertensive
• Cardiac disorders
• Erectile dysfunction
• Premature ejaculation
• Indigestion
• Atherosclerosis
• Ulcerative colitis
• Chest pain
• Eczema
• Enlarged prostate
• Infertility
• Urinary calculi
• Abdominal Colic
• Dysuria
• Urinary obstruction
• Enhances digestion
• Ascites

ALLOPATHIC COUNTERPART OF GOKSHURA CAPSULES ALONG WITH ITS SIDE EFFECTS:

BUMETANIDE

Brand name : Bumex

It is a diuretic. It helps you make more urine and to lose salt and excess water from your body. It treats swelling from heart, kidney, or liver disease. Bumetanide is 3-(butylamino)-4-phenoxy-5-sulfamoylbenzoic acid. It is a practically white powder having a calculated molecular weight of 364.42

SIDE EFFECTS :

• Confusion
• Hallucinations
• Problems  with thought or memory
• Unusual  bleeding
• Purple  or red spots under your skin
• Dizziness
• Irregular  heartbeats
• Feeling  jittery
• Feeling  very thirsty or hot
• Being  unable to urinate
• Heavy  sweating
• Hot  or dry skin

DRUG INTERACTIONS:

• Probenecid
• Lithium
• Digoxin
• Drugs with nephrotoxic materials
• Anticogulants