Category: Herbal Remedies

March 27, 2023

Kaf Ketu Ras – Ingredients, Method of Preparation & Its Uses

Abstract

Preparations containing mineral drugs as main ingredients are called rasa yogas. They may be in pill or in ash form. Different herbal and mineral ingredients are there in different rasaaushdhis. All the ingredients are used in the pure and detoxified form. Where rasa and gandhaka are drugs,kajjali is prepared first with rasa (parad) and gandhaka. After the preparation of kajjali, the other drugs are added in mentioned quantities. The potency of such a rasaaushdhi prepared properly based on the principles of Ayurveda is definitely high and result-oriented without side effects. Kapha Ketu rasa is such a rasaaushdhi that is potent and is anti-allergic in action. Various studies show that the Kapha Ketu rasa has anti-histamine properties. This article is loaded with information regarding the kaphaketu rasa, ingredients,method of preparation, dosage, indications, and contraindications of kaphaketu rasa.

Introduction

Kaphaketu rasa is mentioned in ayurvedic rasagranth Bhaishjya Ratnavali. The kaphaketu rasa is an ayurvedic herbomineral formulation composed of a variety of herbal and mineral ingredients. As the name indicates this herbal formulation is a remedy to cure various Kapha-related issues. The location of Kapha in the body as mentioned in the ayurvedic text Ashtang hridya is the thorax, throat, lungs, joints, head, and stomach. Ailments associated with all these locations may involve the Kapha dosha predominance. The symptoms of vitiated Kapha are a watery nose, cold, throat obstruction, excessive salivation, breathing issues, lethargy, and congestion. In such ailments, kaphaketu rasa plays a significant role. This rasa balances the Kapha dosha as it promotes strength and fertility. Also, it is helpful to improve bone and muscle strength.

Reference–  Bhaishjyaratnavali (Javradhikar).

Classical Indication

Pinasa (runny nose due to underlying cause), Svasha (Breathlessness), Kasa (Cough), Shiroroga (Headache), Galgrah (Heaviness in the throat). These are the classical indications of Kapha Ketu rasa.

Ingredients

  1. Shuddha Tankan (Purified ash of borax)
  2. Magadhi ( pippali)
  3. Shankha Bhasma
  4. Vatsanabha (detoxified Aconitum ferox)
  5. Aradrak Swarasa

A Brief Description of Ingredients

1. Shudha Tankan (Purified ash of borax)

Tankan is borax. It is prepared by placing small pieces of Tankan on fire and collecting them after dehydration. Na2B4O7.10H2O is the formula of pure tankan and Na2B4O7.5H2O is the formula after dehydration. The properties of Tankan are – Ushna (hot), vipaka is katu (pungent). It is useful in a variety of ailments like cough problems, asthma, and respiratory problems.

2. Magadhi (Pippali)

Pippali is the best Kapha pacifier. It is hot in potency hence reducing the episodes of watery discharge from the nose, throat infection, cold, and phlegm. It is one of the best-known vata pacifiers. It also acts as a catalyst as it enhances the rate of reaction and enhances the potency of ingredients in herbal remedies.  It gives relief from cold, and phlegm. It reduces Vata and Kapha and increases Pitta. It is hot in potency.

3. Shankha Bhasma (Conch shell)

Shankha bhasma is mentioned in rasagranth Rasatarangini. It is effective in ajirna, grahani, amlapitta, parinamshoola, yakrit pliha vridhi. Shankha is cold in potency and hence acts as a pitta shamak (pacify the pitta dosha) mineral. It helps to enhance the action of the other ingredients.

4. Shuddha Vatsanabha (Detoxified Aconitum Ferox)

It is an erect, perennial herb, that occurs in subalpine and alpine zones of the western Himalayas. It is used as the main ingredient of Kapha Ketu rasa. It is a plant-based poison but acts as a medicine if used after a proper purification process. It has antipyretic, analgesic, anti-rheumatic, appetiser, and digestive properties. It is used in Ayurveda only after purification. It is used in Tridosha vikara, especially in Kapha-Vataj roga such as cough, bronchitis, and fever.

5. Ardraka Swarasa

(as bhavana dravya) is hot-pungent-drying in action. It is a well-known herb for respiratory ailments. It reduces Vata and Kapha and increases Pitta. It is hot in potency. It works on the Digestive and respiratory systems. As a bhavna dravya, it enhances the efficacy of Kapha Ketu rasa multiple times.

Method of Preparation

Take 50 grams of each of Shuddha tankan, Magadhi (pippali), Shankha bhasma (conch shell calx), and Vatsnabha (Aconitum ferox). Add all the ingredients in the Kharal of stone and mix them properly. After mixing, give 3 bhavnas of Adrak swaras and mix it properly. Make tablets of 1 Ratti or 125mg.

Dosage-– One to two tablets or 125mg to 150mg can be taken twice daily with water.

Anupana– Kapha Ketu rasa can be best effective with proper Anupama. The anupana can be ginger swaras or honey for cough, cold or other ailments.     

Therapeutic Uses & Indications

Important therapeutic uses and key benefits mentioned in classical texts are pinasa (runny nose due to any cause), Kasa (cough), svasa (breathlessness), urdhvanga rogas (diseases of the upper respiratory tract). The other important indication of Kapha Ketu rasa are as

  1. Fever due to any underlying problem of Respiratory issues.
  2. Watery discharge from the ear, nose, or throat.
  3. Various eye-related problems.
  4. Problems associated with throat or complaints of painful swallowing
  5. Various nose problems (sinusitis)
  6. Disorders of the throat
  7. Headache
  8. Neurological problems
  9. Tooth decay or problems associated with teeth.

Kapha Ketu Rasa

Herbal Remedies For Kapha Ketu Rasa

Contraindications/ Side Effects

Should be taken after consultation with a physician. Overdose can cause serious complications. Should be avoided in the case of lactating mothers or pregnant women. Keep out of the reach of children.

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Conclusion

The Kaphaketu rasa is one of the best rasaushdhi to manage the ailments like allergy, aggravated Kapha, mucus, cold, and other variety of ailments mentioned above. The kaphaketu rasa of planet Ayurveda is best and loaded with authentic and natural herbal minerals as per classical texts. The formulation is cent percent result-oriented, best, GMP approved and serving mankind for decades.

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March 25, 2023

What is scleritis? Causes, Symptoms & Treatment with Ayurveda

Abstract

Witnessing the creation of this beautiful world is only possible with a healthy pair of eyes. Eyes are the sense organ through which we see the environment. Some of the constituents of the eye are cornea, sclera pupil, etc. All these components should be in a normal state for the eyes to function properly. There can be several disorders that can affect the eyes negatively and can cause vision difficulties. Scleritis is one such abnormality. What is scleritis? What is its ayurvedic perspective? The answers are detailed in this following article.

Scleritis

Introduction

As mentioned earlier, the eye contains various parts such as the cornea, iris, pupil, sclera, etc. The white part of the eye is known as sclera and it plays a vital role in normal functioning of the eye. Most importantly, it protects and maintains the eye ball shape. The inflammation of the sclera of the eye is known as Scleritis. The characteristic feature of scleritis presents is the pain and redness of the eye with or without vision loss. Depending on the region affected, Scleritis is classified into two types named as- Anterior Scleritis and Posterior Scleritis, described as follows-

  1. Anterior Scleritis –In this type of scleritis, inflammation occurs in the anterior portion of sclera. Further, it can be subdivided into necrotizing, diffuse, and nodular. The most severe one is the necrotizing form as it causes extreme pain and severe tenderness.
  2. Posterior Scleritis –As the name suggests, inflammation in this type of Scleritis affects the posterior portion of the sclera. This can worsen and lead to other consequences for instance retinal detachment, folds of choroid, etc.

Ayurvedic Aspect

Eye disorders are grouped under the category of netraroga in ayurveda. Acharya Sushruta mentions 76 types of netraroga. One such netraroga is sirajala. This disease is known to exhibit very similar features as that of scleritis. In ayurveda, sirajala is known to affect the Shukla bhag i.e. the white part of the eye. The white part of the eye is covered with web-like reddish lines. Sirajalaisa results from dushti or abnormal levels of the rakta dosha in the body. The line of treatment will target the rakta dosha in the body. Sirajal is considered to be ashastrakritai.e. shastra or invasive treatments can not be done. That implies, sirajala needs to be treated through rakta pacifying herbal formulations. There arevarious ayurvedic formulations available to balance the vitiated rakta dosha and improve scleritis will be described as follows.

Causes

The cause of a disease will differ from patient to patient but the most common is described as follows

  • The most common cause estimated for the Scleritis is-

Autoimmunity

Other conditions observed to be associated with Scleritis can be

  • Sjogren’s syndrome
  • Scleroderma
  • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
  • Joint swelling,
  • Connective tissue disease
  • Eye infection
  • Trauma can also be a causative factor for Scleritis among many cases seen.

Symptoms

The symptoms seen in Scleritis patient are

  • Pain in eye and nearby regions
  • Tenderness
  • Swelling in the white region of the eye (sclera)
  • Redness in the eye
  • Diminished or blur vision
  • Lacrimation
  • Scleritis can also present other difficulties such as-
  • Light sensitivity
  • Headache
  • Painful jaw
  • Facial ache

Diagnosis

The scleritis can be diagnosed through clinical evaluation and slit lamp examination. Posterior scleritis is comparatively rare to anterior scleritis. Posterior scleritis requires advanced instruments to be diagnosed. In cases, doubtful of infectious scleritis, smears or biopsies may also be required. For better and confirmatory diagnosis-

  • CT scan (computed tomography)
  • MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), can also be done.

Treatment

When the confirmatory diagnosis is done, immediate treatment is required. The management of scleritis will depend on the individual case as per the requirement. The general line of treatment includes-

  • Antibiotics
  • Corticosteroids
  • NSAIDs (non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs)
  • Immunosuppressive drugs, etc.
  • Surgery in severe cases or in case of failure of these drugs and steroids

But are there any other options available to avoid use of steroids and surgery? Ayurveda can deal with Scleritis, as described below.

Herbal Remedies for Scleritis by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda provides very effective treatment for the management of Scleritis with Ayurveda medicines that are prepared by the company using authentic ways and natural herbs. The drugs prescribed in Scleritis are very effective in promoting the general eye condition of the patient and arresting the disease stage effectively. The medicines will also reduce the risk of further complications by reducing risk factors.

Planet Ayurveda has a group of patent medicines used for the management of Scleritis.  The detailed description of those medicines are as follows-

PRODUCT LIST

  1. Septrin Tablets
  2. Neem Capsules
  3. Amalaki Rasayan
  4. PanchatiktaGhrit Guggul
  5. Gandhak Rasayan
  6. Jasnoor Eye Drops

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. Septrin Tablets

Septrin tablets are manufactured from the natural extracts of various beneficial ayurvedic herbs such as Haridra (Curcuma longa), Guggul (Commiphora mukul), Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), etc. These herbs allow the body to fight with infectious toxins and improve the quality of blood. It will also help to boost the immune system of the body that will help to recover better.

Dosage – Take two tablets twice daily.

2. Neem Capsules

Neem is a very helpful and famous herb in protecting the body from toxins and thus it will protect the eyes from a variety of infections agents. Thus these Neem capsules are prepared from the extracts of herb Neem (Azadirachta indica) that can be useful in the condition of Scleritis by balancing the pitta dosha.

Dosage – Take one capsule two times a day.

3. Amalaki Rasayan

Amla (Indian gooseberry) is a very beneficial herb for general health of the eyes along with all types of eye disorders. Amalaki rasayan is prepared by Planet Ayurveda through the standardized extracts of the Amla (Emblica officinalis). Amla helps to pacify the excessive Kapha dosha and Pittaj Dosha, hence managing Scleritis.

Dosage – Take one capsule two times a day.

4. PanchatiktaGhrit Guggul

Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu is a patent tablet formation of Planet Ayurveda that is prepared using Bhallataka (Semecarpus anacardium), Goghrita (Cow’s ghee), etc. These herbs will surely purify the blood and will remove its impurities. It is very effective in improving eyesight and managing various eye related difficulties.

Dosage – Take two tablets two times a day.

5. Gandhak Rasayan

Gandhak Rasayan is effective in managing all the types of netraroga (eye diseases). Gandhak rasayan tablets are prepared using Shuddha Gandhak (Purified Sulphur). It has ushan virya and acts as a Rasayan for the human body meaning it rejuvenates the body. Thus, will also improve eye condition by removing Scleritis causative factors.

Dosage – Take two tablets two times a day.

6. Jasnoor Eye Drops

Jasnoor eye drops are especially prepared with natural herbs to help improve the eyesight and manage several eye disorders. It contains marvellous Ayurvedic herbs that will pacify vitiated tridosha and thus will improve vision and promote healthy eyes.

Dosage – Put three drops in each eye.

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Conclusion

All the above information leads to a conclusion that Ayurvedic formulations prepared for Scleritis management are potent enough to recover the natural eyes health. We treat the patient naturally without any side effects. Thus, patients should surely visit us to stay healthy by obeying ayurvedic lifestyle and dietary tips given by our experienced doctors. For more related queries visit us at www.PlanetAyurveda.com

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