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Kutki is an amazing herb of Ayurveda. Kutki means bitter. It has cooling action used to treat bleeding disorders like nasal bleeds, Menstrual problems etc.  It is Also known as Bedhniya herb due to its piercing nature. CAC Kutki capsules are a pure herbal extract of Kutki herb whose main function is to balance Vata and pitta doshas. It helps in the removal of harmful toxins from the body. Kutki capsules of CAC show great results in the case of liver diseases, purify the blood, and treats respiratory disorders. It maintains the overall digestive system and useful in various diseases like abdominal distension, ascites, constipation, etc. it has anti-inflammatory properties, also reduces the stiffness of joints.

INGREDIENT:

Kutki :

It is a traditional hepato protective herb that has immense healing properties This incredible herb shows the presence of iridoid glycosides such as picroside I, picroside II, picroside III, picroside IV, kutkoside, pikuroside, d-mannitol, kutkiol, kutki sterol and flavonoids like apocynin and vanillic acid. Kutaki is mainly used for liver disorders like jaundice as it protects the liver against cell damage caused by free radicals due to its antioxidant and hepato protective properties. This antioxidant property along with cardio protective activity also helps to improve heart health by preventing damage to the heart.
Kutaki may be useful in managing Rheumatoid arthritis due to its anti-inflammatory property. It reduces joint swelling by inhibiting the production of inflammation-causing chemicals.

Uses:

• Liver disorders
• Fevers due to vitiated pitta and Kapha doshas
• Skin disorders
• Autoimmune disorders like psoriasis and vitiligo
• Stimulates digestion
• Cough & heat of the body
• Laxative, used in case of chronic constipation
• Local application to get relief from burning sensation

ALLOPATHIC COUNTERPART OF KUTKI CAPSULES ALONG WITH ITS SIDE EFFECTS:

URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID

BRAND NAME: UDILIV

UDILIV 300MG tablet contains ursodeoxycholic acid that belongs to the group of medicines called Hepato protective agents. It is used to treat primary cirrhosis. It helps in reducing raised liver enzyme levels by increasing the bile flow through the liver and protecting liver cells. It is concentrated in bile and decreases biliary cholesterol by suppressing the formation of new cholesterol by inhibiting its intestinal absorption. The reduced cholesterol levels leads to gradually solubilization of cholesterol from gallstones, resulting in dissolution.

SIDE EFFECTS

• Abdominal pain
• Soft, loose stools
• Hair loss
• Itching
• Nausea
• Rash

INTERACTION OF UDILIV TABLET

1. Finate (Fenofibrate)
2. Digene (Aluminium hydroxide)
3. Ciprofloxacin(Ciplox)
4. Colestipol

CONTRAINDICATION:

• Pancreatitis
• Blockage in the bile duct
• Duodenal ulcer
• Cholecystitis

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 mental health, also 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, act as antioxidant, analgesics, anti-inflammatory etc. It is one of best health supplement which can be used by every individual to boost their energy and refreshes mind.

INGREDIENTS:

1. Ashwagandha:

It contains chemicals that help in calming the brain, reduce swelling, lower blood pressure and alter the immune system.

1. Coffee bean Extract:

The chlorogenic acid fund in gree coffee bean extract not only helps in supporting brain neurotransmitter, but also helps by maintaining overall cognitive health and its antioxidant properties.

1. Tinospora Cordifolia:

It is an anti-inflammatory, antipyretic herb which helps to boost your immunity to fight against the infection and also helps in early recovery.

1. Cordyceps:

Cordyceps improve immunity by stimulating and specific chemicals in the immune system.

1. Curcumin:

It helps in the management of oxidative and inflammatory conditions, metabolic syndrome, arthritis, anxiety, and hyperlipidemia. It may also help in the management of exercise-induced inflammation and muscle soreness.

1. Catuba Bark:

It stimulates blood circulation to the genitals, can strengthen and prolong erection. It is good for fatigue, stress, impotence and memory deficit.

1. Durian:

It has antioxidant properties that may help to reduce cancer risk. It is rich in flavonoids, carotenoids, Vitamin and polyphenols.

1. Ganoderma:

It is good for immunity boosting, fighting with cancer, promoting heart health, controlling blood sugar.

1. Korean Ginseng:

It has been used for improving health. Strengthen the immune system and helps fight off with stress and disease.

1. Maca Root:

It increases macrophage activity, CD4+Tcells and white blood cells.

1. Mangosteen:

It increases number of immune cells and reduce inflammation. It is used to treat skin infection and diarrhea.

1. Moringa oleifera:

Moringa leaves are loaded with strong immune boosting phytonutrients that strengthens the immune system and enables it to fight off infections.

1. Rambutan:

It is rich in vitamin –C and has antioxidant properties.Antioxidant helps in reducing cellular damage and potentially reduces the risk of cancer in many individuals.

1. Shilajit:

It can function as an antioxidant to improve your body’s immunity and memory, an anti-inflammatory, an energy booster, and a diuretic to remove excess fluid from your body

1. Wheat grass:

Wheatgrass enhances the function of immune system.  Antioxidants fight free radicals in the body, reducing oxidative stress and protecting against health conditions like arthritis, cancer, and neurodegenerative diseases.

USES:

1. Immunity booster
2. Balance hormones
3. Antioxidant
4. Refreshes mind and body
5. Complete health supplement
6. Helps in detoxification
7. Constipation

ALLOPATHIC COUNTERPART OF CAC ACTIVE PLUS TABLET ALONG WITH ITS SIDE EFFECTS

CEEPLUS IMMUNITY BOOSTER

COMPOSITION: VitaminD3 (2000.0 Iu) +Vitamin-C (1000.0 Mg) +Zinc oxide (50.0Mg)

Ceeplus tablet is a health supplement that provides the daily dose of vitamin-C, Zinc and D3 that supports the bodily function. It works as an immunity booster and promotes general wellness. Zinc helps in immunity boosting and promotes the growth and development of body tissues. Vitamin-C is rich in antioxidants that improve immune system and maintain the health of heart, eyes, blood vessels, tissue, cartilage, bones and other organ system. Vitamin-D enhances calcium and phosphorus absorption in the body. This tablet enhances innate immune system and protects respiratory cells for becoming over –reactive.

SIDE EFFECTS:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Metallic taste in mouth
• Constipation
• Increased thirst
• Stomach disorders
• Loss of appetite
• Unusual tiredness

These tablets are purely Herbo-mineral formulations that are prepared from top quality of herbs. These tablets are best for female physical and mental health and also helps to boost up the immunity. These tablets have herbal ingredients like mochras, nagkesar, supari, majuphal, gond kikkar, gond pippli, gulab, gond katira, kamarkas, sfatika bhasam and kukkutandtwak bhasam that are used to maintain person’s health and refreshes the mind and body. These tablets helps to improve digestion, nourishes brain, eliminates constipation, alleviates stress etc. The tablet has anti-inflammatory, analgesic and anti-oxidant properties.

INGREDIENTS OF CAC RE FRESH TABLET :

• Mochras (Bombax malabaricum) : It has aphrodisiac, astringent and coolant properties thus helps to improve over all women health by and also works in hot flushes. It also helps to relieve bleeding disorders. It strengthens the uterus
• Majuphal (Quercus infectoria ) : It has anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties thus helps to improve the immunity. It is also useful in treatment of leucorrhea due to its kapha-pitta pacifying properties.
• Nagkesar (Mesua ferrea) : It has hemostatic properties thus helps to provide relief in excessive menstrual bleeding. It also have antipyretic property that helps to reduce the fever and also increases the appetite.
• Supari (Areca catechu ) : It is helpful in regularizing the menstrual cycle and also provide relief from menstrual cramps. It is also helpful in stimulating the appetite. It acts on central nervous system thus helps to provide relief from the stress, anxiety and mental fatigue.
• Gond Katira (Astragalus gummifer) : It helps to strengthen the bones and prevent back pain. It also helps to control heavy menstrual bleeding and also promotes lactation. It acts as an excellent immunity booster thus helps to improve immune system to fight against diseases.
• Gond Pippli (Ficus religiosa ) :It is obtained from the peepal tree and is helpful in treatment of leucorrhea. It has anti bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties and helps to improve overall health.
• Gond Kikkar (Acacia arabica ) : It has natural aphrodisiac properties. It has anti-inflammatory and anti oxidant properties and is also effective in UTI. It also helps to improve the digestive health.
• Gulab (Rosa centifolia) : It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and pain-relieveing properties thus helps to alleviate menstrual cramps and also treat several menstrual problems. It has flavonoids that acts as natural tranquilizer thus helps to calm nerves and reduce anxiety.
• Kamarkas (Butea frondosa) : It assists to promote blood and lymphatic drainage, thus boost the elimination of toxins from body. It helps to strengthen the back muscles and also improves proper digestion.
• Kukkutandtwak (Bhasam A.S.S.): It is a good source of calcium thus helps to improve bone density . It is also helpful in treatment of leucorrhea and urinary tract infection.
• Sfatika (Bhasam A.S.S.) : It has detoxifying properties thus helps to purify blood and also improves blood circulation. It also helps to regulate the menstrual cycle and provide relief from menstrual cramps.

USES OF CAC RE FRESH TABLET :

• It works well in hot flushes and mood swings.
• Its action on the gastrointestinal tract help to reduce heartburn, diarrhea and general debility.
• It regulates the female menstrual cycle
• Relieve menstrual pain
• Used in leucorrhoea .
• Excessive menstruation, painful menstruation and delayed menstruation the herbs can alleviate almost every female problem when used for a long, regular period.
• Anxiety
• Insomnia
• Stress
• Improves digestion
• Analgesic
• Nourishes brain

COMPARED TO CAC RE FRESH TABLETS THE ALLOPATHIC COUNTERPART IS LEVONORGESTREL-ESTRADIOL

Levonorgestrel-estradiol  is combination hormone medication used to prevent pregnancy but is also given to make menstrual cycle regular, decrease heavy menstrual blood flow, for painful periods, decrease risk of ovarian cyst and also treat hormonal acne.

It is available in market under the brand name :

• Combee
• Bandhan
• Duoloton-L
• Divacon
• Ergest
• Nogestol
• Ovilow

SIDE-EFFECTS :

• Bloody stool
• Absent, missed or irregular periods
• Changes in skin color, pain, tenderness or swelling of leg or foot
• Difficulty in speaking
• Abdominal cramps
• Nausea
• Weight gain
• Headache
• Chest pain
• Numbness
• Problem in vision
• Jaundice
• Constipation
• Increased thirst
• Breast tenderness

CONTRA-INDICATION :

• Hypertension
• Thyroid problem
• Heart conditions
• Kidney disorders
• Liver problems
• Depression
• High cholesterol
• Stroke
• Diabetes

CAC Pain “o” kill churna is ayurvedic and purely herbal formulation. It helps to relax your muscles and muscles cramps thus relieving pain. It balances all the three doshas of your body thus maintaining proper blood circulation. It provides soothing effect to the affected area of pain. It contains various herbs like  sonth, pippali,  marich and ashwagandha. All these herbs are natural pain relievers.

INGREDIENTS:

1. Sonth:

Sonth contains anti-inflammatory properties that can soothe arthritis. Sonth or Shunthi is also called vishvabhejhaj (universal medicine) due its many uses. It is a natural pain killer, used in Ayurveda to relieve all types of pain including all kind of joint pain, headaches and menstrual pain as it balances vata dosha in body.

2. Pippali:

 Pippali has Vata balancing property and gives relief in joint pain. Pippali showcases Katu (i.e. pungent) Rasa. It is blessed with Laghu (light) and Tikshna (i.e. piercing) gunas. It has Ushna Virya (hot potency) and Madhura Vipaka (sweet metabolic property). The bioactive ingredients in this aromatic herb aggravate the Pitta (fire and air) doshas and balance the Vata (air) doshas and Kapha (earth and water) doshas.

3. Marich:

Marich is a  herb that has been with us for centuries owing to its extensive curative properties. Piper nigrum are rich resource of medicinal properties like it is anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-oxidant, anti-microbial, antidiarrheal, anthelmintic, antispasmodic, analgesic, and anti-stress, anti-diabetic and is widely used in pain management.

4. Ashwagandha:

Ashwagandha may act as a pain reliever, preventing pain signals from traveling along the central nervous system. It may also have some anti-inflammatory properties. Ashwagandha is very effective in treating forms of arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis.

USES OF PAIN-O-KILL CHURAN:

• Knee pain
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Backache
• Cervical spondylitis
• Osteoarthritis
• Abdominal pain
• Headache

ALLOPATHIC COUNTERPART OF PAIN-O-KILL CHURAN ALONG WITH ITS SIDE EFFECTS:

VOLINI PAIN RELIEF GEL

Volini Pain Relief Gel is a topical analgesic used to relieve acute musculoskeletal pain and pain in osteoarthritis of joints. It reduce pain, swelling, joint stiffness. It contains Diclofenac, methyl salicylate, linseed oil and menthol. Volini gel works by firstly cooling the skin and then warming it up, which interferes with the pain signal transmission through nerves. It works by blocking the release of chemical messengers that causes pain and inflammation with redness and swelling.

SIDE EFFECTS:

• Skin irritation
• Contact dermatitis
• Rash
• Itching
• Redness
• Burning or Stinging sensation.

 DRUG INTERACTION:

1. Captopril
2. Lisinopril
3. Lithium
4. Methotrexate
5. Furosemide
6. Prednisone

CONTRAINDICATION:

1. Asthma
2. Liver disease
3. Bleeding ulcers
4. Crohn’s disease
5. Blood disorders such as Anemia
6. Cardiovascular Diseases such as heart attack ,High blood pressure

This churna is an ancient herbal formulation that is made by mixing equal part of three herbs Haritaki, bibhitaki and amlaki. These ingredients have potent anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory , anti-microbial and carminative properties thus are very beneficial for digestive system, helps in abdominal bloating, flatulence and also helps to maintain healthy bowel . This churna is Tridosha Hara and is used to detoxify body thus improves the immune system. It is prescribed for treating gastric distress, fatigue, constipation, pneumonia, piles etc.

INGREDIENTS OF CAC TRIPHALA CHURNA :

• Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) : It is natural laxative as it contain chemical compound tannin which have laxative properties It is also  loaded with fibers that also prevent  constipation . Consuming harad powder with warm water at night helps to relieve  Due to its Carminative nature it facilitate the breakdown of food in small particles and increase the secretion of digestive juices  thus enhancing essential nutrition absorption in intestines. It also eliminate the toxins from the body and maintain  healthy digestive system.
• Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica): It facilitates in breakdown of food particles in stomach and intestine by stimulating the secretion of digestive juices and improve absorption of nutrients thus helps to reduce bloating, abdominal distension and gaseous cramps. It helps to stimulate the secretion of bile juice by livers that in turn act on peristalsis movements of intestine and helps in smooth passing out of fecal matter .
• Amlaki (Emblica officinalis) : It is rich in fibers thus helps to regulate bowel movement and improve digestive problems like diarrhea or constipation. It helps to regulate gastric juices production which in turn speeds up digestion and absorption of foods. : It is a rich source of vitamin-C that helps to improve body immunity. Vitamin-C a known antioxidant decrease cell damage and helps to reduce inflammation.

USES OF CAC TRIPHALA CHURNA :

• Constipation
• Immunity booster
• Indigestion
• Reduces blood glucose level
• Anti-aging
• Hair fall and graying of hairs
• Improves vision
• Antioxidant
• Anti-Inflammatory
• Anti-bacterial
• Improves oral and digestive health
• Supports skin healing
• Helps in Stomach ulcers
• Helps in Arthritis and gout
• Lowers stress and anxiety
• Bloating
• Digestive disorder
• Piles
• Promote general wellbeing of the patient

COMPARED TO CAC TRIPHALA CHURNA THE ALLOPATHIC COUNTERPART IS LACTITOL

Lactitol comes under the class of drugs called as Osmotic laxative. It is helpful in prevention and treatment of constipation. It is administered orally and have average half-life of lactitol is 2.4 hours. It is usually taken at bed time as it take 6 to 8 hours to show effect.

Mechanism of Action :

It tends to create a hyper-osmotic environment in the intestine that helps to draw water into the small intestine thus helps to loosen the stools and facilitates the bowel movement.

It is available in market under the brand name :

• Gutclear
• Totalax NF
• Lacsyp
• Encelax
• Osmitol
• Lactihep
• Torrelax

SIDE-EFFECT :

• Chills
• Loss of voice
• Stuffy or runny nose
• Body aches or pain
• Ear congestion
• Headache
• Sneezing
• Sore throat
• Nervousness
• Slow or fast heartbeat
• Sore throat
• Blurred vision
• Pounding in ears
• Dizziness
• Cough
• Diarrhea
• Bloating
• Pressure in stomach
• Hives, rash, itching
• Fever
• Nausea
• Swelling of face, eye or inside of nose

This churna is a Herbo-mineral and Purely ayurvedic formulation. This churna helps to balance all the three doshas (Vata, Pitta and Kapha) in the body. This churna helps to reduce symptoms of various skin diseases like psoriasis, eczema and other skin conditions. This churna also helps to reduce pigmentation of skin, melasma over the face, acne, urticaria and all kinds of dermatitis. This churna contains ingredients like Yashtimadhu and Manjistha that have anti-microbial, anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and blood purifying properties.

INGREDIENTS OF CAC TWAK CHURNA :

• Yashtimadhu  (Glycyrrhiza glabra) : It has anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties . It also helps to speed up the healing process and reduce swelling , redness. It has similar effects like hydrocortisone in eczema. Glabrene and ISL compounds found in mulethi inhibits tyrosinase enzyme responsible for melanin production in skin thus helps in melasma.
• Manjishtha   (Rubia  cordifolia): It has potent anti-microbial, anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties thus helps to maintain healthy skin. Anthraquinones present in it show anti-acne properties against staphylococcus epidermidis. It also have anti-proliferative properties. . Its bioactive compound have  helps to speed up healing process by improving tissue regeneration and wound contracting ability.
• Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) : It helps to remove the Ama from the body and has anti-inflammatory and potent analgesic properties thus helps to treat various skin conditions. It has antipuritic nature thus alleviates the itching sensation associated with allergic conditions like psoriasis, acne, eczema etc.
• Chopchini (Smilax china ) :It is a well known blood purifier in ayurveda. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It also have anti-histamine and anti-allergic properties thus help to manage skin inflammation and allergic reactions. It rejuvenates skin cells and maintain molecular life of cells.

USES OF CAC TWAK CHURNA :

• Psoriasis
• Eczema
• Pigmentation of skin
• Blood purifier
• Dermatitis
• Freckles
• Heal diabetic ulcers
• Detoxify the body
• Ringworm infection

COMPARED TO CAC TWAK CHURNA THE ALLOPATHIC COUNTERPART IS TROPICAL CORTICOSTEROIDS

Corticosteroids are natural occurring hormones in body produced by adrenal gland . But tropical steroids are synthetic corticosteroids used in treatment of various skin conditions like dermatitis, itching , psoriasis and eczema.

Corticosteroids have potent anti-inflammatory properties and also tends to  suppress the immune response of body. There potency depends upon the area of application as well as skin condition they are used for . They are divided into 4 types :

• Very high potency
• High potency
• Medium potency
• Low potency

Mechanism Of Action

They decease the permeability and vasodilatation of capillaries along with decreasing leukocyte migration to inflammation site. They reduce the production of  chemicals responsible for inflammation thus minimizing the damage of tissues.

Available in market under brand name :

• Tenovate cream
• Tess oral paste
• Desowen cream
• Eumosone cream
• Clonate ointment
• Sebonac gel

SIDE EFFECTS :  

• Burning or stinging sensation
• Itching
• Dryness and redness
• Thinning of skin
• Stretch marks in groin or armpits
• Easy bruising
• Localized Excessive growth
• Perioral dermatitis
• Folliculitis
• Rosacea
• Changed skin color
• Acne like rashes
• Purpura

This Kadha is purely herbal and Ayurvedic formulation. This kadha helps to balance three doshas vata, pitta and kapha in the body and also remove all kinds of toxins that further aids in reduction of weight by improving the body metabolism. This Kadha contain various ayuvedic herbs like saunf, ajwain, haldi, amla, dalchini, bahera, harar and shahjeera. These herbs have potent anti-oxidant and detoxifying properties. This Kadha helps to improve blood circulation to all body organs which in turn helps to maintain health y tissues and organs. This Kadha helps to remove extra fat from body thus helps to maintain healthy body weight and good shape.

INGREDIENTS OF CAC RIGHT SHAPE KADHA:

• Amla (Emblicaofficinalis ) : It is rich in fibers thus helps to regulate bowel movement and improve digestive problems like diarrhea or constipation. It helps to regulate gastric juices production which in turn speeds up digestion and absorption of foods. The phytochemicals  like gallic acid, corilagin and quercetin present in amla helps in detoxification and fighting free radicals thus improving liver functions.

• Saunf (Foeniculum vulgare) : It has carminative properties thus helps to improve digestion and also provides relieve from bloating, flatulence, gas etc. It acts on metabolic triggers which enhance the metabolism and helps to shed excess fat build-up thus assists in weight loss. It also have diuretic property which increase urine output and flushes out the toxins from the body that can also contribute in weight loss.

• Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi ) : It helps to regulate the metabolism thus burn extra fat and aids in losing excessive weight. It also helps to flush out toxins from the system which are detrimental. It also helps to improve indigestion, acidity, flatulence etc.

• Haldi ( Curcuma longa) : It has flavonoids that are helpful in losing excess weight faster. It satiate sudden hunger pangs thus prevents over eating. It also helps to reduce the accumulation of LDL cholesterol in body therefore improving the metabolism and helps to maintain proper weight.

• Dalchini (Cinnamomum verum ) : It is rich in fiber and also reduce food cravings by promoting feeling of fullness. It also helps to boost  the metabolism thus aids in shedding excessive fat in body.

• Harar ( Terminalia chebula) : It removes excessive ama(toxin) from the body and decrease the sudden food craving for unhealthy food. It also decrease the accumulation of excessive LDL in body thus improves the body metabolism which aids in fast weight loss.

• Bahera (Terminalia bellirica) : It facilitates in breakdown of food particles in stomach and intestine by stimulating the secretion of digestive juices and improve absorption of nutrients. : It helps to stimulate the secretion of bile juice by livers that in turn act on peristalsis movements of intestine and prevents constipation.

• Shahjeera ( Elwendia persica) : It has bio-active chemicals like saponins, alkaloids that helps to improve the body metabolism and helps to shed excessive weight faster.

USES OF CAC RIGHT SHAPE KADHA:

• Maintains BMI
• Obesity
• High cholesterol levels
• Diabetes
• Rejuvenates your body
• Blood pressure
• Osteoarthritis
• Heart disease and stroke
• Breathing problems
• Fatty liver
• Sleep apnea

COMPARED TO CAC RIGHT SHAPE KADHA THE ALLOPATHIC COUNTERPART IS LIRAGLUTIDE :

Liraglutide comes under the class of drugs known as Incretin mimetics. It is mostly used in the treatment of type-2 diabetes and chronic obesity. It is administrated sub-cutaneously any time a day with or without meal and has long term effects on the health.

Mechanism Of Action :

It tends to delay gastric emptying and has agonist effects on GLP-1 receptor in brain that are involved in appetite regulation, thus promoting a sense of fullness.

SIDE-EFFECTS :

• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Back pain
• Skin rash
• Headache
• Stuffy nose
• Sneezing
• Feeling tired
• Upset stomach
• Indigestion
• Constipation
• Loss of appetite
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Swelling in throat
• Increased thirst
• Pancreatitis
• Weight gain
• Hoarse voice
• Weakness
• Confusion
• Easy bruising
• Mouth sores

CONTRA-INDICATIONS:

• Pregnancy
• Acute inflammation of pancreas
• C-cell hyperplasia of thyroid
• Kidney disorders
• Medullary thyroid cancer
• Low blood sugar

Chandigarh Ayurved Centre Aloe-Vera Gulab Gel Sunscreen is 100% natural and safe containing herbal extracts. It contains Aloe Vera 62%, Rose water 4.5%, Honey 2.5%.These ingredients show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, & moisturizing properties. It is free from additives and harmful chemicals. This herbal gel gives good results in

• Acne or Pimples
• Dry Skin
• Hyper-Pigmentation
• Helps to prevent sunburn and premature aging
• All skin diseases
• Provide natural glow
• Soothes irritated skin
• Repair compromised skin barrier

INGREDIENTS:

1. Aloe Vera:

The increased lysosomal stability led to the decrease in lipofuscinogenesis and cell death. Aloe Vera extract protect against photo damage at a cellular level in both the UV and visible spectra, leading to its beneficial use as a supplement in protective dermatological formulations. It has many therapeutic properties such as anti-cancer, antioxidant, anti-diabetic, and anti hyperlipidemic. Aloe Vera stimulates immune system, encourages skin cell regeneration, maximize moisture absorption.

2. Rose water:

It contains vitamin-E which is used in sunscreen. It has anti-inflammatory properties which reduces the redness and heal irritated skin. It is a natural astringent close open pores and cleaning extra oil and dirt from clogged pores. It is the best toner and maintains pH balance of skin. It also tightens and rejuvenates the skin and protect against wrinkles and aging.

3. Honey:

It has antioxidant properties and also helps to protect skin from the UV rays of sun and also aids in skin cell rejuvenation. Honey acts as clarifying agent that opens and clogs your pores, thereby eliminating blackheads. It has anti-bacterial properties help to remove bacteria and germs from skin. It reduces inflammation and moisturizes the dry skin.

ALLOPATHIC COUNTERPART OF ALOE VERA GEL SUNSCREEN ALONG WITH ITS SIDE EFFECTS:

EFSUN-50

COMPOSITION:

• 5%
• Avobenzone(3%)
• Oxybenzone(3%)
• Titanium dioxide (2%)
• Vitamin –E 0.2% w/v

Octinoxate or Octyl methoxycinnamate is a UV absorber. Octinoxate is a type of chemical known as cinnamate ester. Cinnamate ester is organic acids that occur naturally in certain foods such as grapes. It appears like a clear, non-soluble in water and is combined with other chemicals in sunscreen to prevent UV damage. It absorbs UV rays of a specific wavelength range preventing them from penetrating the epidermis. It combines with methoxy cinnamic acid and 2-ethyl hexanol. It acts as a chemical UV filter and protects the skin from photodamage,including sunburns and reduce the risk of skin cancer. Oxybenzone absorbs sun rays and resulting in photo chemical excitation and absorption of energy. Titanium oxide is used in mineral based sunscreens helps to reflect and scatter ultra violet rays. Vitamin –E protects the skin from various deleterious effects due to solar radiation by acting as a free radical scavenger.

CONTRAINDICATION:

1. Sensitive skin
2. Pregnant or lactating mother
3. Skin conditions like psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis.
4. Allergic to chemical filters.

SIDE EFFECTS:

1. Acne
2. Burning, itching or stinging of skin
3. Pus in hair follicles
4. Pain in hairy areas
5. Rashes

Viruddha ahara plays a major role in the production of many diseases especially skin diseases such as leukoderma. According to Ayurveda virudh ahara is one of the causative factors for all types of kushtha. Viruddha ahara refers to the food incompatibility including food to food interactions and food processing interactions that affects the metabolism of tissue, inhibits the process of tissue formation,alter the physiological process of body and having opposite properties are called as viruddha ahara.  The food which is taken in wrong combination undergone wrong processing, consumed in wrong dose, consumed in incorrect time of day lead to viruddha ahara. The meaning of word viruddha is opposite.

CLASSIFICATION OF VIRUDDHA AHARA:

1. Desha virudha : Desha viruddha is the diet which is contradictory to a region. Example intake of ruksha ahara in dry region and snigdha ahara in marshy areas.
2. Kala viruddha: Consuming food items having similar properties to that season i.e Sheet ahara in hemant ritu (ice cream in winter) Katu and ushan ahara in grisham ritu (spicy pav bhaji in summer)
3. Agni viruddha :Food taken without knowledge of digestive fire which is samagni, madhyama agni, tikshna agni and vishama agni Example: Laghu and alpa matra ahara for tikshna agni ,guru and atiahara in manda agni.
4. Satmya viruddha: Consuming those food items which cannot easily assimilate in human body. For example: Intake of sweet and cold food items by a person who is accustomed to katu and ushna food substance.
5. Dosha viruddha: Intake of food having similar qualities to dosha but incompatible to individual. For example: Use of drugs, diets and regimen having same qualities with dosha but at variance with the habitat of individual.
6. Matra viruddha: Intake of ghee and honey in equal quantity is act like a poison.
7. Sanskar viruddha : Drugs and diets which is prepared in wrong way and it produces wrong effects. For example: Heating of honey and heating of curd.
8. Veerya viruddha: Fish with milk is incompatible. Both fish and milk have sweet taste but due to potency fish is hot and milk is cold they vitiate the blood and obstruct the channels of circulation.
9. Kram viruddha: Consumption of substances which are against sequence .For example: consuming curd at night, hot water after taking honey, no intake of food when he/she is hungry.
10. Koshtha viruddha: Administration of mild purgative in a small dose for a krur koshtha (a person who have costive bowel) and administration of strong purgatives in a laghu koshtha person (who have laxed bowel).
11. Avastha viruddha: Intake of vata aggravating food after doing excessive physical exercise,excessive intake of ruksha ahara (dry food )and intake of kapha aggravating food after sleep or drowsiness.
12. Parihar viruddha: Intake of ushna (hot) ahara after taking meat and consuming cold water after having hot tea or coffee.
13. Upachar virudhha: Consumption of those substances which are against treatment. For example: intake of cold things after taking ghee.
14. Paak viruddha: Food which is improperly cooked .For example: food which is under cooked over cooked or burned during the process of preparation.
15. Samyoga viruddha: Food which becomes viruddha in combination. For example: Intake of sour substances with milk.
16. Hriday viruddha: Intake of those foods who are not liked by the person. Intake of unpleasant food.
17. Sampad viruddha: Intake of those foods who have not proper qualities. For example: Intake of substance those are not matured, over matured or putrefied.
18. Vidhi viruddha: Not taking food in accordance with the rules of eating. For example: Eating food in public place or open area.

DISEASES DUE TO VIRUDDHA AHARA:

1. Klaibya (Impotency)
2. Blindness
3. Visarpa (erysipelas)
4. Kushtha(skin diseases)
5. Jwara(Fever)
6. Pinas ( Allergic rhinitis )
7. Unmada(Insanity)
8. Grahni(sprue)
9. Jalodara(Ascitis)
10. Kilasa (leucoderma)
11. Bhagandra (Fistula in ano)
12. Amalpitta(Acidity)
13. Pandu roga(Anemia)
14. Ama (Endogenous toxins)
15. Boils

WRONG FOOD COMBINATION IN DAILY LIFE:

1. Milk and fruits: Fruits are acidic in nature and once they break down they turn into sour. Think what happens when you squeeze a piece of lime into milk. Same things happen in stomach when we intake fruits with milk. It can lead to acidity, belching and will hamper the digestive fire leading to the toxins called ama.
2. Milk and salt: Milk is cooling and salt is heating due to opposite potencies it will harmful to health.
3. Fish should not be taken with honey, jaggery, sesame seed, milk, and black gram
4. Hot water: Do not drink hot water after having curd, honey and alcohol.
5. Grains should not be consumed with fruits and tapioca.
6. Milk, yoghurt, tomatoes are incompatible with lemons.
7. Banana should not be mixed with buttermilk and curd.
8. Do not eat reddish with urad dal.
9. Ghee kept in bronze vessels for 10 days and becomes more toxic.
10. Curd should not be taken in night time.

 TREATMENT OF DISEASES AGGRAVATED BY VIRUDDHA AHAR:

1. Vamana
2. Virechna
3. Administration of substances which have opposite qualities.

INTRODUCTION    

Folliculitis is a skin condition which is characterized by the infection of hair follicles with bacteria. The hair follicles get inflamed and red. The skin will develop small red bumps which will look like acne. The infection occurs in the tiny pockets of the hair follicles and the infection can spread further. Pain in the sores, itching and discomfort are the most common symptoms of folliculitis. It mostly occurs in arms, face, back or legs. It is caused due to excessive sweating during exercise, shaving, etc.

When folliculitis is mild, with some of the self-care measures, it gets healed. But when the condition is severe or repetitive, then medications are required. It can lead to hair loss and scarring of the affected part.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF FOLLICULITIS?

Folliculitis is the inflammation of the hair follicles. Body is completely covered with hairs. Hair is good for providing insulator purpose to the body. It is present in a pit called hair follicle. When the bacteria or any micro-organism resides in this hair follicle, this leads to infection and is thus known as folliculitis. Staphylococcus aureus is mainly responsible for folliculitis.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF FOLLICULITIS?

Some factors make a person more prone to folliculitis. Following are the risk factors of folliculitis:

• Soaking in an unhygienic public pool or a hot tub
• Regularly wearing synthetic clothes, rubber gloves or high boots
• Wearing tight clothing
• Doing shaving, plucking or waxing
• Excessive sweating
• Suffering from dermatitis
• Weakened immune system
• Skin care products which leads to blockage of pores in skin
• AIDS
• Diabetes
• Having ingrown hairs
• Certain medications such as steroids, antibiotics or chemotherapy

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF FOLLICULITIS?

The common signs and symptoms of folliculitis are:

• Clusters of acne around hair follicles
• Itching and burning sensation in the skin
• Tenderness
• Presence of pus-filled blisters
• Inflammation in the whole area
• Blisters get break down and ooze, then they become crusty

HOW THE PREVENTION OF FOLLICULITIS IS DONE?

Folliculitis can be prevented by taking some simple steps. Following are the preventive measures which are found to be very beneficial for folliculitis:

• Washing the skin regularly
• Using a clean towel
• Do not share towels or clothes with the other person
• Washing clothes regularly
• Wearing loose clothes
• Avoid pressure or friction on the affected parts
• Do not shave the infected area
• Use depilatories that suits the skin
• Do not use public pools

WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS OF FOLLICULITIS?

The complications which are associated with folliculitis are:

• Recurrent infection
• Dark or light patches
• Permanent scarring
• Permanent hair loss

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF FOLLICULITIS

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh Ayurved centre which are used for the treatment of folliculitis:

1. Twak Tailam

Twak tailam is used for those who have acne-prone skin, skin discoloration and equally good for all skin types. It includes – Wrightia tinctoria, Coconut oil. This oil has been subjected to less intense refining, lower temperature with no chemicals. It has pacifying or cooling properties which further beneficial for improving the skin’s elasticity. In one single step, the skin is deeply cleansed as well as moisturized. It seeps into the pores and hydrates deeply and the molecules present in the oil ensuring the repair of the collagen layer.

Recommended Dosage: For external application over the affected area.

2. Aloe Vera Gel

Aloe Vera Gel is formed with the pure extract of herb Aloe Vera and the mixture of rose petals. Thus this wonderful composition provides a cooling effect on the skin that relieves from burning sensation, itchiness, etc. The gel helps in maintaining healthy skin and repairing skin damage.

Recommended Dosage – Gently apply over the affected area of the skin.

3. Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu

The tablets are very beneficial in curing skin diseases as it contains the Pitta pacifying ingredients such as Shuddh guggulu (Commiphora mukul), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Amrita (Tinospora cordifolia), Gajapippali (Piper chaba), Shunthi (Zingiber officinalis), etc. The tablet is Tridoshahara, thus is very effective in maintaining the hormonal level in the body.

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

4. Skin Care tablet

Skin care tablet is herbo mineral and purely ayurvedic formulation. It contains various herbs like Haridra khand, Panchnimba churna, Panchatikta guggulu, Patol patra, Ajmoda, Khadir chhal, Chirayta, Mulethi, Manjistha, Chopchini, Gandhak, etc. Skin care tablet is a blood purifying. It cools and detoxifies the blood, dissolves obstructions in the blood flow that further increase blood circulation of the skin. It minimises the blemishes, lighten sun tan, delay ageing of skin and heal skin problems. These tablet also act as a skin moistuirizer, Improves blood circulation, Remove blemishes, Reduce itching and burning sensation of skin, Prevent acne and pimples, Relieves leucoderma.

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

5. Detox Premium Powder

This is a herbo-mineral preparation that contains ingredients like Parwal Pishti, Giloy satv, Shukta Pishti, Kamdudha Ras, Gandhak Rasayan, etc.

Parwal Pishti: This Pishti reduces inflammation, flaking, itching of the skin. The Pishti is composed of natural coral calcium processed with rose water.

Shukta Pishti: It helps to balance the Pitta dosha in the body. All signs and symptoms related to Psoriasis patients are managed with this article.

Giloy Satv: This satv is prepared from the herb Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia). The anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and analgesic properties of this herb deal with psoriasis easily.

Kamdudha Ras: This herbal-mineral classical preparation balances Pitta dosha in the body.

Gandhak Rasayana: This herbal preparation is used since ancient times for all types of skin disorders.

Tal Sindoor: It contains ingredients like Shuddh parad, Aloe vera, Gandhak, etc that relieve redness in psoriasis patients.

Akik Pishti: This Pishti reduces all types of Pitta related disorder hence it gives good results in psoriasis.

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