Tag: Treatment of Asthma

How to Prevent Asthma Through Ayurveda – Alternative Medicines

ABSTRACT

Asthma is a very serious illness that affects a very large number of the population. It is a respiratory disorder which has very adverse effects on the patient. The person suffering from asthma will feel difficulty in breathing and in severe cases he/ she may face problems while talking also. Avoiding the triggers of asthma will help to avoid the asthma attacks. Asthma affects the quality of life very badly. The person finds it difficult to remain physically active. The treatment in modern medicine will include various therapies which will ease life up to some extent. Let’s discuss it in detail!

INTRODUCTION

Asthma is a chronic illness which affects people of all age groups especially the children. Asthma is a respiratory disorder that occurs because of inflammatory changes in the airway. The airway to lungs gets inflamed in this condition. Normally the air travels from the nose or mouth to throat and eventually to lungs. There are various air passages that help in transferring the oxygen from the air to the bloodstream. In asthma, the lining of the airways undergo inflammatory changes and swell up. This results in tightening the muscles of the lungs. The person will experience difficulty in breathing. This will result in an asthma attack.

Asthma

CAUSES

There are various causes and triggers that differ from person to person. There is no known specific cause of asthma identified yet. Some of the factors that are estimated to cause asthma are genetics i.e. family history of asthma, history of infections such as viral infections etc. There are various triggers of asthma. Triggers are the factors that will aggravate the condition. Triggers will differ from person to person. The most common types of triggers are as follows- animal dander (hair), strenuous physical work, respiratory tract infections , extreme emotions, and certain types of medicinal drugs such as aspirin, non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

SYMPTOMS

Wheezing is the most common clinical feature of asthma. The person’s breathing will be accompanied with a whistling sound. The symptoms of asthma will differ from patient to patient. The symptoms that are seen in most of the cases are coughing, abnormal breathing either rapid breathing or shortness of breath. The patient may feel tired very easily. He/ she may experience difficulty in completing the day to day task because of low energy. Asthma may also lead to anxiousness, chest pain and frequent infections. The person experiences difficulty in breathing so he will not be able to sleep properly. The coughing will especially increase at night time or during laughing.

DIAGNOSIS

The diagnosis of asthma will include both, the clinical examination by the doctor and the laboratory investigations. The doctor will observe the signs and symptoms of the patient and if the features suggest asthma then further examinations are advised. The signs and symptoms are described above. The lab investigations will include various lung function tests such as spirometry (it will determine the amount and speed of air flowing in and out from the lungs.) and peak flow, etc. Various other tests performed are chest x- rays, allergy testing, sputum examination, nitric oxide test etc.

TREATMENT

The management of asthma will include prevention and long term control to stop the asthma attacks. The specific medicine regimen will depend on the patient’s age, symptoms, triggers and health status. In general, the treatment will include bronchodilators which are in the form of inhalers that provide instant relief and facilitate easier breathing. Various medications are given orally such as cortico steroids, beta- agonists, theophylline, anticholinergic agents, etc. In some cases, allergy is reported as the main trigger factor. In such cases, the allergy needs to be treated first. So, the allergy medications are prescribed which include immunotherapy, or different types of oral antihistamine drugs.

AYURVEDIC ASPECT

Ayurveda always presents a unique perspective about each concept related to the body. In case of asthma, we can correlate it with tamak shwas. It is a condition caused by the increased levels of kapha dosha, which affects the pranavaha srotas (airway passages). This leads to different types of breathing difficulties such as dyspnoea (i.e. difficulty in breathing), coughing, difficulty in speaking etc. The increased levels of kapha dosha will obstruct the path of vata dosha and will aggravate the condition. Thus, the treatment will include balancing the levels of kapha and vata dosha. The patient feels relieved by the use of hot potency products. The management will include detoxifying the body especially the airways to pacify the vata dosha. There are various types of herbs known to benefit the condition such as licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra), turmeric (Curcuma longa), pippali (Piper longum), ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera), etc.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR ASTHMA BY PLANET AYURVEDA

When Ayurvedic herbs are used in pure form and appropriately, they show great results on health. Planet Ayurveda prepares various formulations of natural herbs such as Aller- G care, Praanrakshak Churna, Tulsi Capsules, Shwash Kuthar Ras etc. which are prepared using authentic ways and provide great results in improving the respiratory system of the body. All the herbal products manufactured here are free from chemicals, preservatives, starch, additives, colors and fillers. These products are hundred percent natural and are formulated by MD Ayurvedic doctors with deep knowledge of Ayurveda and many years of experience. The formulations are prepared strictly according to the procedures described in the samhitas (classical texts) and therefore are very effective in promoting health and curing the diseased state.

  1. Aller-G Care
  2. Praanrakshak Churna
  3. Tulsi Capsules
  4. Shwash Kuthar Ras

Herbal Supplements for Asthma

Herbal Remedies for Asthma

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. Aller-G Care

Aller-G Care capsules are prepared by planet ayurveda using the following herbs -Haridra (Curcuma longa), Neem (Azadirachta Indica), Shirish (Albizia Lubbock), Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera), etc. The combination of these drugs promotes the health of the respiratory system. These help to promote overall health of the body. These show anti- inflammatory effects on the airways and hence facilitate breathing.

Dose: 1-2 Capsules should be given two times a day. The Aller-G Care capsules are given with plain water and after meals.

2. Praanrakshak Churna

Praanrakshak Churna by planet Ayurveda contains Shirish (Mimosa Tree) (Albizia lubbock), Vaasa (Adhatoda vasica), Anantmool (Tylophora asthmatica), Dalchini (Cinnamomum zeylanica), Bharangi (Clerodendrum serratum), Kantkari (Solanum xanthocarpum), Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra), etc. These drugs improve the respiratory system of the body. It soothes the throat and aids breathing.

Dose: This churna is given 1-2 teaspoons three times a day, with plain water after meals.

3. Tulsi Capsules

Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum) has been known to exhibit a variety of medicinal properties since ancient times. The herb of tulsi contains anti- inflammatory properties, gives relief in cold, cough, fever, etc. It improves the immunity of the body and thus improves the overall health of the body. These capsules are prepared from pure extract of tulsi (Ocimum sanctum).

Dose: One to two capsules are given twice a day with plain water.

4. Shwash Kuthar Ras

Shwash Kuthar Ras is prepared with a number of medicinal ingredients such as Maricha Churna (Piper nigrum), Shuddha Parada (Purified Mercury), Shuddha Sulphur (Purified Sulphur), Shuddha Vatsanabha (Purified Aconitum ferox), Shuddha Tankan (Purified Citrus tankan), Shuddha Manahshila (Purified Realgar), Shunthi Churna (Zingiber officinale), Pippali Churna (Piper longum), etc. This combination helps to get relief from, cold, cough, etc. This preparation benefits the condition of asthma as it promotes the overall respiratory health of the patient.

Dose: 1 tablet two times a day.

CONCLUSION

The Ayurvedic principles consider that the causative factor behind shwasa roga related to asthma is the imbalance in the levels of vata and kapha dosha. And as discussed above, the increased levels of kapha will result in obstruction in the path of vata dosha. So, the target of treatment of asthma will be to reduce the levels of kapha dosha. Managing the proper levels of kapha and vata dosha will lead to the healthy state of the body. So, as the Ayurvedic treatment emphasizes on treating the root cause of the condition it is capable of eliminating the disease permanently. In a nutshell, it can be concluded that with appropriate and timely management of kapha and vata levels of the body, asthma can be improved in almost all of the cases leading to better quality of life.

Ayurvedic Herbs For Asthma As An Alternate To Nebulizer

Introduction

Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease of lungs in which airways become narrow, leading to difficulty in breathing. It can affect people of any age group but mainly starts in childhood. It is characterized by – difficulty in breathing, cough, and wheezing. It can also be related to an allergic condition where there is

Presence of any allergen in the air. Asthma requires proper medication in association with some preventive measures.

asthma symptoms

Nebulizer in Asthma

If Asthma is not relieved by medications then nebulizer is the next option. In an acute asthmatic attack, a nebulizer can be used but its effect is for a short period of time so it is only for temporary treatment. Nebulizer is a type of inhaler that contains asthma medications in the form of mist, which is having a mouthpiece through which the medicine directly goes into your lungs.

Nebulizer mainly contains bronchodilators in the form of – Albuterol, Ipratropium bromide and Levalbuterol are beta-2 agonists that are used for temporary relief and their long term use can result in various complications. Budesonide is a steroidal medicine used in a nebulizer, It can cause hoarseness of voice and fungal infection of mouth called oral thrush. Long term use of Steroids can result in organ damage like liver failure, kidney failure. So Steroids used in Nebulizer are very harmful to our bodies.

Complications Due To Long Term Use of Nebulizer

A nebulizer is only for short time relief, its long term use can result in organ damage. Because we need to adjust the doses of the medicines used in Nebulizer, according to the patient’s need. Sometimes high doses are needed which can be very harmful. So Nebulizer should be used only for temporary relief.

Its long term use can result in the following complications

  • Weight gain mainly puffiness of face is seen
  • Osteoporosis, muscle weakness, hair loss, easy bruising
  • Blood in sputum, Cataract, Glucauma
  • Mood changes, Headache
  • High Blood pressure, Diabetes, suppression of adrenal glands

Ayurvedic Perspective of Asthma

According to Ayurveda, asthma is a “Swas rog” which occurs due to imbalance between vata, and kapha dosha and it mainly occurs due to our improper diet, Deranged kapha and vitiated Pranvayu. When vitiated Pranvayu and deranged kapha gets combine, they result in respiratory system obstruction, which is called “Pranvahasrotasa”, resulting in “Swas Rog”.

Ayurvedic Herbs by Planet Ayurveda for Asthma as an Alternate to Nebulizer

Planet Ayurveda offers Asthma care Pack for the Treatment of Asthma. These herbal remedies are prepared by using best quality herbs and are prepared under direct supervision of MD Ayurvedic Doctors by strictly following the principles of Ayurveda. These all remedies are natural, pure and vegetarian in nature. They do not contain any chemical or preservative and are safe to use for prolonged period of time and not having any side effect.

herbal supplements for asthma

Asthma Treatment

Asthma Care Pack By Planet Ayurveda

Asthma care pack is powerful natural combination of products by Planet Ayurveda for Asthma. It contains mainly three ingredients – Aller-G Care, Tulsi capsules and Praanrakshak churna.

Product description is as follows

1. Aller-G-Care

These are in the form of capsules. These capsules are the combination of best known herbs like – Ashwagandha, Neem, Shirish and Haridra.

DOSAGE – 2 capsules twice daily with plain water after meals

BENEFITS – Each component serves individual benefit

A. Ashwagandha

  • It is very potent herb used in Ayurvedic system.

Ancient Verse about Ashwagandha

Reference – Bhavprakash nighantu, edition of 2010: Verse 189-190, Page no- 393-394.

Meaning – Ashwagandha, Balda, Varda, Hyahriya, Vrahkarni, Baji and Kushtgandhini. Two synonyms of Ashwagandha are – Hyagandha and Bajigandha. Its potency is hot with astringent and bitter taste. It is a good energy provider. It enhances the spermatogenesis. It is very useful in leucoderma, inflammation, manages vata and kapha doshas and is very helpful in treating emaciation.

  • It has anti-ageing property.
  • It has anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory property
  • It helps in reducing stress and cholesterol.
  • It is beneficial in allergies, heart problems, inflammation and infections due to its natural rejuvenating property .

B. Neem

  • It is very useful in allergies and infections.
  • It is a powerful disinfectant
  • It is a very good gum cleaner so useful in halitosis and oral infections
  • It is anti-bacterial in nature.

C. Shirish

in Ayurveda, Shirish is called as “Vish-ghan” which means removing toxins from the body. Here the word toxin stands for accumulation of toxins in the body due to imbalanced vata, pitta and kapha doshas.

D. Haridra

  • It is also called Turmeric, very useful in allergies and rhinitis.
  • It has anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic and antiseptic property
  • It is useful in Skin problems like pimples, acne, inflammation and skin rashes.

2. TULSI CAPSULES

This is a powerful natural product by Planet Ayurveda in the form of capsules. They are combination of pure herb Tulsi.

Dosage – 2 capsules twice daily with plain water after meals

Benefits

  • It has anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory property
  • is useful in respiratory conditions like Rhinitis and Sinusitis
  • It is very useful in decreasing stress and emotional imbalance.
  • It is known as “Holy Basil” which means it is a very Holy plant in India.

3. Praanrakshak Churna

It is a powerful natural product by Planet Ayurveda which is a combination of various herbs like – Dalchini (Cinnamomum zeylinca) 20gm, Shirish (Albezzia lebbok) 40gm, kantkari (Solanum xanthocarpum) 40gm, Mulethi (Glycerrhiza glabra) 10mg, Annathmool (Typhlora Asthmatica) 40mg, Bharangi (Clerodandrum Serritum) 10mg and Vaasa (Adhtoda vasica) 40gm.

DOSAGE – 1 teaspoonful twice daily with plain water after meals.

BENEFITS – The herbs kantakri, Bharangi and Shirish have anti-histaminic property so are useful in acute and chronic asthmatic attacks

4. Shwas Kuthar Ras

Shwash Kuthar Ras is a Herbo mineral classical formulation. This formulation is really effective in almost all the respiratory problems but has it’s best result in Asthma.

Dose – 1 tablet twice daily with warm water after meals.

Note

  • All these herbs are very useful in treating allergy and asthma
  • Mucous plugs are formed in respiratory diseases, so these herbs break those mucous plugs thus help in curing respiratory diseases.