Author: Dr. Vikram Chauhan

August 1, 2024

Ayurvedic Treatment Of Psoriasis With Herbal Remedies

Abstract

Psoriasis is defined as auto-immune disorder characterised by abnormal patches which are dry, itchy, and scaly. In recent times psoriasis is the most common disease in the global world. It comes under the santarpana janya vyadhi (disease resulting from over-sustenance and diseases arising from sustenance) and it originates due to the rakta doshaja vikaras (when blood tissue is contaminated by doshas or by ama (undigested food). It occurs due to blood problems. Psoriasis mainly affects the skin of the body. And it originates anywhere on the body. It commonly affects the skin of elbow knees and scalp. The range of the disease is mild to severe with limited involvement of areas to large thick plaques or red inflamed skin. The auspitz sign (pinpoint bleeding under the skin surface) and koebner phenomenon (the appearance of new skin lesions on previously unaffected skin secondary to trauma) were positive. The treatment protocol was adopted as per ayurvedic samprapti (pathophysiology). So let’s study the Ayurvedic approach of Psoriasis and how we can manage this condition with Ayurvedic medicines.

Introduction

Psoriasis is an auto-immune disorder with chronic and non communicable, painful, disabling, disfiguring immune mediated inflammatory, hyperplastic and systemic disorder of skin in which both environmental influences and genetics have a vital role. It mainly affects the skin and joints of the body. It is more common in males than females. In ayurveda all skin related diseases come under the kushtha rogas (Skin disorders). Over 50% of patients with psoriasis report a positive family history. The word psoriasis is derived from the Greek word psora meaning itch and sis meaning acting condition. It has a wide distribution and is more preventable in temperate climates. Attacks are more common in winter than summer; the eruption has a natural tendency to clear up with warm weather. In tropics, a fair number of attacks develop in the monsoon.

Causes

Psoriasis is a common and long term disease with no cure. It is painful, interferes with sleep and makes it hard to concentrate. Common triggers for people with genetic predisposition to psoriasis include infection cuts and burns and certain medication. Disturbance in the function of the immune system can lead to occurrence of psoriasis. Some of the risk factors are as follows

Stress
Skin injury, such as cut or bad sunburn
Infection such as strep throat
Weather, especially cold, dry weather
Tobacco
Alcohol

Symptoms

Red colour, scaly, sharply demarcated erythematous, mostly indurated plaques present over the extensor surfaces and scalp region. Skin diseases are enormously up and down in duration and extent. It is a relapsing condition. Itching sensation on the skin and burning sensation on skin. Red inflamed skin if it is a long term inflammatory skin condition then it is incurable. It has a changeable course, periodically improving and worsening. The lesions are red and silvery, raised and inflamed. Psoriasis often has a pink or red intergluteal fold and thick pitted nails.

Types

There are five types of psoriasis: plaque, guttate, inverse, pustular and erythrodermic.

Plaque Psoriasis : Plaque psoriasis makes up about 90% of cases. It typically presents as red patches with white scales on top. Areas of the body mainly affected are the back of forearms, shins, navel area and scalp.
Guttate Psoriasis : It is a skin disease that often appears without warning and usually follows an infection like strep throat and presents small lesions over the upper trunk and proximal extremities it is found frequently in young adults.
Inverse Psoriasis : It forms red patches in skin folds.
Pustular Psoriasis : It forms small non-infectious pus-filled blisters.
Erythrodermic : It occurs when the rash becomes very widespread, and can develop from any of the other types.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of psoriasis is usually based on the appearance of the skin. There are no special blood tests or diagnostic procedures for psoriasis. Some time skin biopsy or scraping, may be needed to rule out other disorders and to confirm the diagnosis.

Ayurvedic Overview

Psoriasis symptoms are similar to the ekakustha (resembling scales of fish), kitibha Kushta (blackish brown in colour and hard to touch or rough like a scar). Psoriasis originated due to vitiation of three doshas. These doshas through triyak vahini siras proceed to bahya rogamargas (external pathways); twacha (skin), rakta (blood), mamsa (muscles), lasika (lymph) and produce the symptoms. Dietary factors such as viruddha ahara (unhealthy food), excessive consumption of drava (liquid), snigdha (tender), guru ahara (heavy food), vega dharana (suppressing the natural urges) specially vomiting are major etiologies. Indulgence of sinful acts and ill manovriti (mental illness) are associated mental factors for causing the disease. Excessive intake of paneer, blackgram, seafood, sour and salted items or no purification of the body may also cause this disease. It may be due to the polluted water, intake of alcohol and tobacco, meat etc. Ayurveda also emphasises on the effect of stress in the pathogenesis of Psoriasis. The produced toxins accumulate in deep tissue like rasa (flavour), rakta (blood), mamsa (muscles) and lasika (lymph).These contamination of deeper tissues and leads to psoriasis. The vitiated dosa affect the skin and blood tissue.

Samprapti

Intake of nidana like ati ushana ahara (very hot food) and mamsa ahara (Non vegetarian products)

Vitiation of vata pitta and kapha

Further vitiation of Rakta (blood), Twacha (skin), Mamsa (muscles), Lasika (lymph)

Dosha dushya placed in the twacha (skin)

Eruption of Ekakusta (resembles like a scales of fish) and kitibha kushta (rough like a scar) that is Psoriasis

Panchakarma Treatment

Vata dosha pradhan then gives the ghee sevena to the patient. The abhyantara snehana are mahatikta ghrita, maha khadir ghrita, panchatikta ghrita etc.
Pitta dosha pradhan then gives the virechana karma to the patient. The virechana karma is done with the sweta nisoth, dantimul and triphala.
Kapha dosha pradhana then gives the vamana karma to the patient. The vamana karma is done with the help of kutaja, madanaphala, patola and nimba.
After the samshodhana and raktamokshana gives the snehapana which is prepared with guduchi, meshashringi, gokshura and dashamula.

Herbal Remedies for Psoriasis by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is a herbal manufacturing company which prepares formulations under the guidance of Experts and by following ancient time tested formulas. For Psoriasis Planet Ayurveda serves with Psora Care Pack which includes 8 remedies. It is the 100% pure herbal formulation for treatment of psoriasis and it is made totally by the natural herbs and does not cause any side effects. It is very effective and chemical free.

Navkarshik Churna
Gleaming Skin, Hair, Nails Formula
Neem Capsules
Manjishtha Capsules
Pitta Balance
Gandhak Rasayan
Radiant Skin, Hair, Nails Lotion
Jatyadi Tailam

Product Description

1. Navkarshik Churna

Navkarshik Churna is a polyherbal formulation prepared by Planet Ayurveda in powder form. This herbal powder contains herbs such as Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Vacha (Acorus calamus) , etc. This remedy helps in eliminating Ama (Endotoxins) from the body which is the main reason behind the Psoriasis. So this remedy by eliminating Ama from the body helps in managing symptoms of Psoriasis.

Dosage : ½ tsp twice daily with plain water after meals.

2. Neem Capsule

Neem capsules are the single herbal capsule formulation prepared by Planet Ayurveda in the capsule form. This herbal capsule contains herbs Nimba (azadirachta indica). Nimba has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that boost the healing of psoriasis.

Dosage : 1 cap With warm water twice a day after a meal.

3. Manjishtha Capsule

Manjishtha Capsule is a single herbal capsule formulation prepared by Planet Ayurveda in capsule form. This herbal capsule contains herbs such as Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia). It helps to reduce the pitta dosha and helps to remove skin disorders.

Dosage : 2 cap Twice a day with warm water after a meal.

4. Gandhak Rasayan

Gandhak rasayan is a single herbal rasayan formulation prepared by Planet Ayurveda. This herbal rasayan contains herbs such as shuddha gandhak (sulphur powder). It helps to correct the agnimandya at kostha (Abdomen) and dhatu (Tissues) levels.

Dosage : 2 tab. thrice a day with lukewarm water after a meal.

5. Jatyadi tailam

Jatyadi tailam is a polyherbal formulation prepared by Planet Ayurveda in the tailam form. This taila contains herbs like Neem (Azadirachta indica) Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra) Turmeric (Curcuma longa) Katuki (Picrorrhiza kurroa) Harad (Terminalia chebula) Karanj beej (Pongamia pinnata). It helps to remove the itching and burning sensation from the lesions.

Dosage : Apply the affected area twice or thrice a day.

6. Gleaming skin, hair, nails formula

Gleaming skin, hair, nails formula are polyherbal formulations prepared by Planet Ayurveda. This formula contains Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), Pit papda (Fumaria officinalis), Sariva (Hemidesmus indicus), Ghrit kumari (Aloe barbadensis). It helps to maintain the skin, nails and hair. It helps to remove the toxins of the body and manage psoriasis.

Dosage : 1-2 capsules twice a day, with plain water after a meal.

7. Radiant Skin, hair, Nails lotion

Radiant skin, hair, nails lotion are polyherbal formulations prepared by Planet Ayurveda. This formula contains Neem (azadirachta indica) use of bark, fruits and leaves, Guggul (Commnifora mukul), Seasum (seasum indicus) etc.It helps to reduce the swelling and increase wound healing.

Dosage : Place 5-6 drops on your palm and apply the affected area.

8. Pitta Balance

Pitta balance is a polyherbal formulation prepared by the Planet Ayurveda. It contains Kaharva pishti, Akik pishti, Mukta pishti, Giloy satva (Tinospora cordifolia). It helps to balance the pitta dosha and provides a cooling effect on the body.

Dosage : 2 capsules twice a day with lukewarm water after a meal.

Diet

Fast on fruit or vegetable juices for 5 to 7 days. Use warm water enema daily during this period.
Breakfast : Fresh fruits and a glass of buttermilk.
Lunch : a bowl of freshly-prepared steamed vegetables, two or three whole wheat chapatis and a glass of buttermilk.
Mid-afternoon:Coconut water.
Dinner:Fresh green vegetables salad, and mung bean sprouts with lime juice dressing.

Avoid

Animal fat, refined or processed foods and food containing hydrogenated fats or white sugar.
Tea
Coffee
Alcohol and tobacco
Day sleep
Fish meat

Conclusion

Psoriasis is an autoimmune skin disorder which is characterised by eruption of painful rashes on skin & scalps ,it can also occur anywhere on the body . It causes a hampered immune system, hereditary obesity etc. Psora care pack by Planet Ayurveda is very effective for psoriasis, it is 100% pure product and does not contain any additives or chemicals that can not cause any harmful effect. Psora care packs should be included for getting better results.

July 27, 2024

Natural Ayurvedic Treatment Of Trigeminal Neuralgia

ABSTRACT

The human body is a complex structure made up of nerves, muscles, bone, connective tissues, ligaments and many more. Every structure has its specific area of function. Nerves are also part of this complex structure. These nerves work the function of carrying electrical impulses from the brain to the body or vice versa. These electrical impulses carry massage from brain to body or body to the brain and thus help in the normal functioning of the body. The Trigeminal nerve or Cranial nerve V, is a complex and largest nerve as compared to other cranial nerves (12 in number). This nerve works as sensory, motor and autonomic function. This nerve is mainly responsible for the sensation of temperature, touch and pain perception. Here, in this article, we are going to study Trigeminal Neuralgia which occurs when blood vessels put pressure on the Trigeminal nerve. Now let’s start a detailed study of Trigeminal Neuralgia and its other aspects.

INTRODUCTION

Trigeminal neuralgia is a chronic disorder in which a patient suffers from pain in the face where a supply of Trigeminal nerves is present. This pain starts from near the top of the ear and splits towards the jaw, eye and cheek. Usually, the pain in the case of Trigeminal Neuralgia occurs on one side of the face i.e. unilateral, as these nerves are present on both sides of the face separately. The patient with Trigeminal Neuralgia suffers from severe and sudden pain attacks in the facial regions. This disease is more common in females as compared to males. The Trigeminal nerve which carries signals from the face to the brain is affected by this disease. Initially, this disease starts from mild and short episodes of pain but with time when the condition is worse, the duration of the period of pain is increased. Now, we are going to study about causes, symptoms, signs, diagnosis, diet and home remedies for Trigeminal neuralgia. Also, we go through a detailed study about Ayurvedic treatment for trigeminal neuralgia and home remedies for trigeminal neuralgia by Planet Ayurveda. Let’s start!

CAUSES OF TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

The causes of Trigeminal neuralgia are as follows

When any blood vessel puts pressure on the trigeminal nerve and disrupts its normal function
Any tumour pressing against the trigeminal nerve
Any facial trauma
Any injury due to surgery
Multiple Sclerosis in which myelin sheath is damaged that protects nerves.

There are some trigger factors that can lead to pain in the patient with Trigeminal neuralgia as follows

Shaving, brushing the teeth, putting on makeup
Eating, drinking, talking or smiling
Touching face, a light breeze blowing through the mouth
Applying pressure on the face

SIGNS OF TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

The primary sign of Trigeminal neuralgia is a sudden and shooting pain on the affected side of the face. This pain is similar to an electric shock. This pain may be triggered by chewing, touching the face, brushing and other activities in which the face is involved.

SYMPTOMS OF TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

Symptoms of Trigeminal neuralgia are sudden and last from a few seconds to about 2 minutes. Following are some of the common symptoms of Trigeminal neuralgia

Sudden, intense pain in the face
Facial spasm
Pain in the regions where trigeminal nerve supply is present like the cheek, jaw, gums, lips and teeth. Sometimes this affects the eyes and forehead also
Mainly the pain focused on one point of the face
The intensity of episodes of pain increases with time
The attacks of the pain rarely occur at the time of sleeping
Usually, the pain affects one side of the face but in some patients, it may be on both sides but the pain attacks occur on one side at a time

दोषास्तु दुष्टास्त्र्य एव मन्याम् सम्पीडय घाटासु रूजाम् सुतिव्राम् |
कुर्वन्ति साक्षिभ्रुवि शङ्खदेशे स्थितिम् करोत्याशु विशेषतस्तु ||
गण्डस्य पार्श्ववे तु करोति कम्पम् हनुग्रहम् लोचनजंश्च रोगान् |
अनन्तवातम् तमुदाहरन्ति दोषत्रयोत्थम् शिरसो विकारम् ||

( सुश्रुतसंहिता उत्तरतन्त्रम् 25/13-14)

According to the above text, aggravation of all three doshas, that is Vata, Pitta and Kapha, press both nerves or blood vessels (Manya nadis) on either side of the neck and produce severe pain in the neck region. These doshas are also lodged in the eyebrows, temples and eyes and cause pulsation in affected areas.

DIAGNOSIS OF TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

Diagnosis of Trigeminal neuralgia can be done by the combination of history of the patient and physical examination. Some other diagnostic tests that are useful in the diagnosis of Trigeminal neuralgia are as follows

MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) to identify nerve damage, compression by blood vessels or any tumour that compresses trigeminal nerves.
Neurological examination to identify the site of pain, intensity and frequency of the pain by touching that part of the face.
Some other tests like CBC, CT, electromyography etc to rule out other associated conditions.

AYURVEDIC OVERVIEW OF TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

Trigeminal neuralgia is a chronic disorder which is characterised by severe and sudden attacks of pain in the face regions. These attacks may vary from person to person and severity of the disease. This pain can be described as a stabbing sensation and feels like an electric shock in the affected region. This pain mainly affects the jaw teeth and gum area of the face. This disorder consists of neuropathic pain that affects the Trigeminal nerves of the face region. In Ayurveda, Trigeminal Neuralgia correlates with Anantavata. The word Anantavta is derived from Anant which means severe pain and Vata which shows the predominant involvement of Vata dosha. The vitiation of all three Dosha (Vata dominant) presses the Manya Nadis or nerves and blood vessels and causes severe pain in the back of the neck region. This pain also involves the eyes, eyebrows, upper jaw and nose.

DIET FOR TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

Fruits like Apple, bananas, watermelon, pears, peaches, muskmelon, pomegranate, litchi and berries
Vegetables like spinach, fenugreek leaves, carrot, beetroot, pumpkin, broccoli, kale, bottled gourd and cauliflower
Spices like fenugreek seeds, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, cumin seeds, coriander, pepper and fennel seeds
Pulses like green grams, pigeon peas, yellow lentils
Dry fruit like flax seeds, almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds

HOME REMEDIES FOR TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

Application of cloth soaked in warm water on the affected area where pain attack occurs
Application of warm mustard oil on the affected area
Use soft toothbrush
Avoid hot water or cold water to wash your face

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT AND PANCHKARMA FOR TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

अनन्तवाते कर्तव्यः सूर्यावर्तहरो विधिः |
सिराव्यधश्च कर्तव्योअनन्तवातपशान्तये ||

( सुश्रुतसंहिता उत्तरतन्त्रम् 26/36)

According to the above text, the line of treatment for trigeminal neuralgia or Anantavata is the same as the line of treatment for Suryavarta disease which is as follows

सूर्यावर्ते विधातव्यं नस्यकर्मादिभेषजम् |
भोजनम् जङ्गलप्रायम् क्षीरान्नविकृतिर्घृतम् ||

( सुश्रुतसंहिता उत्तरतन्त्रम् 26/30)

सूर्यावर्ते सिरावेधो नावनम् क्षीरसर्पिषोः |
हितः क्षीरघृताभ्यासस्ताभ्याम सह विरेचनम् ||

(योगरत्नाकर)

According to the above Ayurvedic text, the line of the treatment of Anantavata and Surysavarta is as follows

Nasya (process used to clean upper respiratory passage and draining of the excess mucus)
Siravedha (puncturing of vein for therapeutic purposes)
Intake of milk and Ghee
Virechana (therapeutic purgation) with virechana drugs mixed into milk and Ghee

According to Ayurvedic texts, the common line of treatment for trigeminal neuralgia is described above. The common drug formulations that can be used in the treatment of Trigeminal neuralgia are as follows

Application of Lepa of juice of seeds of Suryamukhi (Helianthus annuus) on head
Dantibhasma, Praval Bhsma (prepared from coral) with Ghrit
Nasya with Katphala churna
Trikatu powder

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda manufactures Ayurvedic formulations on a wide range which contains natural herbs and their extracts. All these herbal formulations are made up after several tests and trials by experts of Planet Ayurveda. These formulations are present in several options like tablets, capsules, powders, oil and many decoctions. Planet Ayurveda always promotes Ancient Ayurveda by Manufacturing the original formulations that are mentioned in Ayurvedic texts. All these formulations are very efficient in their functions as these are directly extracted by nature. Here, in this text, we are going to study one of the highly efficient formulations for Trigeminal neuralgia by Planet Ayurveda. Trigeminal neuralgia care pack by Planet Ayurveda is a complete remedy for the treatment of Trigeminal neuralgia. This pack consists of 4 products that are Boswellia Curcumin, Hakam churna, Ashwagandha capsules and Yograj guggul. Let’s start!

Boswellia Curcumin
Hakam Churna
Ashwagandha Capsules
Yograj Guggul

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN

This is a polyherbal formulation which consists of Shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and Curcumin (Curcuma longa). Both of these two drugs are highly efficient in their function. These capsules are anti-inflammatory in nature. It helps relieve pain in Trigeminal neuralgia patients. This formulation helps in maintaining healthy blood composition.

Dosage : 2 capsules twice daily with warm water after meals.

2. HAKAM CHURNA

This is a polyherbal formulation of Planet Ayurveda which consists of ingredients like Methi (Trigonella foenum graecum), Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi), Kalonji (Nigella sativa) and Chandershoor (Lepidium sativum). This churna is anti-inflammatory in nature. This formulation also helps in relieving pain in the condition of Trigeminal neuralgia.

Dosage : 1 tablespoon with warm water after meals.

3. ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULES

Ashwagandha capsules are a single herbal formulation for the treatment of Trigeminal neuralgia by Planet Ayurveda. The key ingredient of this capsule is Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). These capsules help in relieving muscles. These capsules help in improving the stamina and strength of the body. These are helpful in maintaining overall body health.

Dosage : 1 capsule with warm water after meals.

4. YOGRAJ GUGGUL

It is a polyherbal formulation of Planet Ayurveda which consists of ingredients like Chitraka (Plumbago zeylanica), Chavya (Piper cubeba), Rasna (Pluchea lanceolata), musta (Cyperus rotundus) and many more. This formulation shows effective results in maintaining nervous system health. It also supports the immune system and musculoskeletal system of the body.

Dosage : 2 tablets with warm water after meals.

CONCLUSION

Trigeminal Neuralgia is a rare condition that can be difficult to diagnose and treat. The pain attacks in this disorder are triggered by various factors. This disorder affects the patient’s life significantly. It is necessary to diagnose properly and treat in a proper manner. Accurate diagnosis is crucial for proper management of this disease. Along with treatment, it is necessary for the patient to avoid the trigger factor of trigeminal neuralgia, so the pain attacks can be avoided. According to Ayurveda texts, Anantavata is the correlated disease of trigeminal neuralgia. The line of treatment according to Ayurveda is very useful in the management of the disease. There are various formulations and Panchkarma treatments for the management of the condition of Trigeminal neuralgia. Planet Ayurveda’s Trigeminal Neuralgia Care Pack for the management of Trigeminal Neuralgia is the best herbal formulation in the management of the same.