CAC AGNIMUKH CHURNA

CAC Agnimukh churna is a purely herbal formulation which is considered as an appetizer and digestive stimulant. It helps in maintaining gut health. It contains herbs such as sonth, safed jeera, kala namak, sendha namak, nimbu satva, etc. All these herbs help in improving bowel movements, increase digestive fire and help in balancing kapha and vata doshas. It is very beneficial in the following problems like loss of appetite, bloating, flatulence, acidity, abdominal pain, anorexia, etc.

WHAT ARE THE INGREDIENTS OF CAC AGNIMUKH CHURNA?

Following are the ingredients of CAC Agnimukh churna:

• Safed jeera (Cuminum cyminum)
• Sonth (Zingiber officinale)
• Sendha namak (Rock salt)
• Kala namak (Black salt)
• Kali mirch (Piper nigrum)
• Nimbu satva (Citric acid)
• Peppermint (Mentha piperita)

WHAT ARE THE USES AND PROPERTIES OF DIFFERENT HERBS OF CAC AGNIMUKH CHURNA?

Each herb is loaded with different properties and thus has different functions. Following are the properties of different herbs which are present in CAC Agnimukh churna:

SONTH

Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties. It helps in increasing metabolism of body as it contains thermogenic agents. It thus helps in burning fat. It is loaded with various nutrients which help in stimulating digestion. It is very helpful in maintaining gut health and eliminates excessive gas in the intestine. It is good for liver health also.

SAFED JEERA

Safed jeera contains antioxidants, vitamins A & C, copper and manganese. It contains a chemical called thymol which stimulates pancreas to produce more enzymes and bile juice. Thus jeera helps in improving overall digestion of fats, carbohydrates within the body. It also increases salivation and increase digestive enzyme secretion from gastric glands.

PEPPERMINT

Peppermint is an aromatic plant which is used to add aroma and flavor to the food. It relaxes the muscles of stomach and improves the circulation of bile. It is given for curing indigestion, flatulence and nausea. It helps in proper digestion of food and relieves constipation.

SENDHA NAMAK

Rock salt is a very good home remedy for the digestive problems. It contains various vitamins and minerals. It helps in increasing metabolism of body, removes toxic substances from the intestine and promotes bowel movements. It helps in increasing bowel movements.

WHAT ARE THE USES OF CAC AGNIMUKH CHURNA?

CAC Agnimukh churna is used in the following health conditions:

• Abdominal bloating
• Indigestion
• Pain in abdomen
• Loss of appetite
• Acid reflux
• Excessive formation of gas
• Discomfort in abdomen
• Abdominal spasms
• Spleen disorders

DRUGS FOR DIGESTIVE PROBLEMS IN ALLOPATHY ALONG WITH THEIR SIDE EFFECTS

Here are some of the drugs which are used for the treating digestive problems:

ANTACIDS

Antacids are the medicines which neutralizes acid in stomach, thus are called antacids – anti, acids. There are different types of antacids available in market like aluminium hydroxide, magnesium carbonate, magnesium trisilicate, etc. They are very helpful in relieving indigestion, acidity and stomach ulcers.

Side effects:

• Flatulence
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Nausea and vomiting

PROTON PUMP INHIBITORS

Proton pump inhibitors are the medicines which help in inhibiting the secretion of gastric juice. These medications are given for the treatment of acid reflux, heartburn, GERD and stomach ulcers. Some of the commonly used proton pump inhibitors are omeprazole, rabeprazole, pantoprazole, etc.

Side-effects:

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Itching
• Nausea

HISTAMINE 2 BLOCKERS

Histamine 2-blockers decrease the amount of acid formation in stomach. There are histamine receptors present in stomach which help in production of hydrochloric acid. H2-blockers bind to these receptors and thus inhibit the secretion of acid. They are used for the treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers, acidity, indigestion, etc. Cimetidine, famotidine are some of the H2-blockers.

Side effects:

• Dizziness
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Confusion