Best Herbal Remedies for Interstitial Cystitis: Ayurvedic Treatment

INTRODUCTION

Interstitial cystitis, is a chronic bladder problem, often called painful bladder syndrome. This condition causes bladder pressure, frequent urination, bladder pain and occasionally pelvic pain. Discomfort can extent from a mild burning sensation to severe ache. The condition is a part of a spectrum of diseases. This cystitis most often affects women and can have a long-lasting impact on quality of life.

CAUSE INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS

While the exact cause of IC (interstitial cystitis) isn’t clear, but there are many possible causes of cystitis, including:

• An Autoimmune reaction
• Hereditary causes
• Defects in the epithelium lining of the urinary bladder that leads irritation
• Bladder lining trauma
• overstretching of the bladder
• weakened pelvic floor muscles
• hypersensitivity of pelvic nerves
• Impairment in a function of pelvic floor muscle
• Primary neurogenic inflammation
• Spinal cord trauma
• Allergy or repeated bacterial infection
• spinal cord trauma
• Something in your urine damages your bladder.
• A nerve problem makes the bladder feel pain from things that usually don’t hurt.
• Other possible but unproven contributing factors include sexual, physical, or childhood abuse.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS

• In Ayurveda, interstitial cystitis is described as “Ushna Vata”.
• As per Ayurveda, this cystitis is caused due to the aggravation of the Vata and Pitta dosha.
• Apana vata (sub-type of Vata) which is principally responsible for interstitial cystitis.
• This sub dosha (apana Vata) is situated in the part of lower pelvic and monitor the elimination of the urine, stool, menstrual blood, and reproductive fluids.
• Pitta dosha is also involved in its causation which symbolizes fire or heat.
• Aggravated Vata dosha result as pain and aggravated Pitta dosha as a burning sensation.
• Aggravated vata and pita doshas cause accumulation of the toxins in the body which leads to pain, burning sensation, and frequent urination.

Ayurvedic treatment options for IC

UTTAR BASTI

Uttar Basti is a crucial ayurvedic Panchakarma procedure for the genito–urinary disorders of both, males and females. The therapy involves administration of a medicated ghee or oil into the uterine cavity through urethral or vaginal routes. 

Oral medication

• Liver care tablet
• Trikatu syrup
• UTI care tablet
• Sheet dhara
• Gokshura capsule
• Detox premium powder

Yoga & Pranayama

Following yogasanas tone the kidneys and enhance the capacity of genito-urinary organs.

• Deep Breathing
• Cobra pose
• Child pose
• Hamstring Stretch at the Wall
• Abductor Stretch at the Wall
• Hip & Buttock Stretch
• Groin Stretch/Pelvic Floor Relax Position
• Hip Flexor Stretch/Runner’s Lunge

NATURAL HOME REMEDIES FOR INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS

Home remedies for interstitial cystitis pain relief

Cucumber

• Make a cucumber smoothie drink and add few drops of lemon to it.
• Mix well and drink twice daily.
• It provides a cooling impact to bladder and furthermore inhibit the development of bacterium.

Heating It Up

• This is very easy treatment will aid in lowering the inflammation (swelling) that is a regular part of dealing with Interstitial Cystitis.
• When the pain is from the bladder wall, a heating pad or hot water bottle will help to lessen the muscles spasm.

Physical Therapy

• For those suffering from interstitial cystitis, physical therapy works effectively by releasing the tension of pelvic floor muscle.

Reduction of Stress: 

• Stress can make your symptoms worsen and trigger an inflammation in the body.
• You should try certain stress reduction methods Such as light exercise, listen to calming music, sit peacefully at least 20 minutes ones a day and stretching or walking can also be helpful.

Green Tea

• Green tea packed with antioxidant that work wonders toward reducing the symptoms of Interstitial Cystitis.
• This tea protect the bladder cells from becoming inflamed due to catechins found in it.
• To get better results consume at least two cups every day.

Marshmallow Root

• Marshmallow is an herb that help soothes irritated tissue and soothes the urinary tract.
• The advantages of marshmallow herb are that it will cover the bladder wall, forming a protective substance.
• This ayurvedic herb is one of the most preferred herbs for managing Interstitial Cystitis.

Aloe Vera Juice

• Aloe vera has a natural anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, analgesic, and anti-microbial properties.
• Aloe vera and aloe vera juice can be very beneficial in lowering some of the symptoms of Interstitial Cystitis.
• Aloe vera works wonder to keep the GAG levels properly.

AYURVEDIC PRODUCTS FOR INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS

• CAC comes up with the 5 specific herbal formulation, prepared from best quality herbs under strict Ayurvedic principles.
• “Interstitial cystitis care kit” which cures the disease in a natural way. It principally affects the root cause of the disease and helps in curing the disease.
• All of these remedies are free from chemicals, additives, preservatives, colors, and dye. This combination of herbs will reduce the root cause of the imbalance. The continuous use of this kit shows a proven result in interstitial cystitis.

ALL PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION IN DETAIL:

LIVER CARE TABLET

Liver care tablet principally works in balancing pitta doshas. This herbal tablet works against burning sensation of urine, removes urinary infection and other inflammatory conditions.

 INGREDIENTS-

• Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata)
• Kutaki(Picrorhiza kurroa)
• Bhumi amla( Phyllanthus niruri)
• Giloy(Tinospora Cordifolia)
• Yavakshar( Hordeum vulgare)
• Imli Kshar( Tamarindus indica)
• Mukta Shukta pisti

Dosage: Take 1 tablets two times a day after meals with normal water.

UTI CARE TABLET

This formulation treats the root cause of diseases without any side effects. Along with the UTI problem it also treats problems related to kidney, urinary bladder, urethra and ureters. It relieves painful micturition, hypertension, and burning sensation during the passage of urine.

Ingredients

• Yavakshar (Hordeum vulgare)
• Kalmi Shora (Potassium nitrate)
• Nuashadar (Ammonium chloride)
• Swarna Gairik (Red ochre)

Dosage: Take 1 tablets two times a day after meals with normal water.

TRIKATU SYRUP

This syrup is pure ayurvedic formulation and it has anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antioxidant properties. It boosts metabolism and works in dysuria, painful micturition, and reduce inflammation of the kidney occurs due to any diseases.

INGREDIENTS

• Pippali (Piper longum)
• Shunthi (Zingiber officinale)
• Marich (Piper nigrum).

Dosage:  Take 2 tsp twice daily empty stomach with normal water.

DETOX PREMIUM POWDER

This powder is pure herbal formulation that helps to lower inflammation and burning sensation caused due to UTI infection. It has an anti-inflammatory action. It also helps to remove toxins due to its antioxidant properties.

 INGREDIENTS

• Moti Pishti
• Parwal Pishti
• Shukta Pishti
• Giloy Satav
• Kamdudha Ras
• Jahar Mohra
• Akik Pishti
• Gandhak Rasayan
• Tal Sindoor
• Shankh Bhasma
• Sutshekhar Ras
• Sudhyog Tab
• Shwet Parpati
• Yavakshaar

Dosage: Take one sachet twice a day with normal plain water.

SHEET DHARA:

This ayurvedic formulation works on doshas of the body especially pitta doshas. Gives a cooling effect and helps to lower burning sensation during micturition.

INGREDIENTS

• Ajwaion, Kapur (camphor)
• Mint leaves

Dosage: Take 1/2 or 1 teaspoon of syrup twice daily before meal.

INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS DIET

Food that Can Be Taken-

• Fresh fruits
• green vegetables
• Nuts like almonds
• Green Sprouts
• Grilled fish
• Boiled Chicken
• Egg white
• Consume Cranberry juice because it has contamination battling properties
• Herbal teas such as guduchi,  manjistha,  uva ursi,  boswellia tea
• Drink sufficient fluids like water, organic product juices and coconut water.

Food to be avoided-

• Cheese and heavy cream
• Chocolates
• Ice creams
• Fat meats
• Deep fried or processed foods
• Packaged drinks and alcohol
• limit sugary drinks
• Limit juices of citrus fruits.
• Spinach should not be taken

STAGE OF INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS

Interstitial cystitis is a chronic condition that is variable, including periods of flares and remissions. Symptoms often fluctuate.

Mild

• The Symptoms have a slow onset at the beginning stage of interstitial cystitis consists of frequent urination and occasional bladder pain.
• In this stage symptoms are typically mild and brief.

Moderate

• As interstitial cystitis progresses, symptoms increase.
• Urination may occur hourly and urinary urgency becomes frequent.
• Pain cycles occur suddenly and are generally intense.
• Medical care is typically sought during this stage.

Severe

• Severe interstitial cystitis is associated with numerous symptoms.
• During this stage, pain may become debilitating.