Tag: Ayurvedic treatment for liver failure

March 31, 2025

Factors Responsible For Liver Failure How Does Ayurveda Deals With It

Abstract

Problems like liver failure has immerse to a great height nowadays. The main reason if it is modernization. People at a very young age of their life start drinking alcohol it could be due to peer pressure or due to any other reason. But this is not the only one factor contributing to liver failure there are so many. Such as in developing countries infections like hepatitis, viruses are the main reason of chronic liver disease & hepatobillary (liver + gall bladder) carcinoma that ultimately leads to hepatic failure.

Ayurveda is the ancient most science that focuses on examining the disease first then going toward the management part. This is beautifully explained in the below mentioned verse.

It states that a physician should try to diagnose the disease first then proceed towards the application of medicine. He should always need to have a detailed knowledge of the ailment.

In this article let put some rays on the factors responsible for liver failure & how ayurveda deals with it does.

Cirrhosis of the Liver

Introduction

Firstly let’s discuss about the liver: Liver- It is an organ situated at the right hypochondrium quadrant of abdomen. It plays major role in maintaining metabolism of the body & in detoxifying the blood. It weighs about 1-1.8 kg in humans.

According to ayurveda we call it “Yakrit” (liver) the main place of ‘Agni’ (digestive fire). It releases various useful enzymes and hormones in the circulation.

How does it originate in humans?

This verse explains that – yakrit (liver) & paliha (pancreas) develops from the blood during the embryonic stage of life.

This yakrit (liver) & paliha (pancreas) are the main seat of Raktavah Srotas (blood containing channels) in the body.

Functions Of Liver

  • It produce albumin (a protein found in blood serum)
  • Helps in synthesis of angiotensinogen (hormone) important for raising the blood pressure.
  • Gall bladder a small pouch that’s present below the liver, produces Bile (contain cholesterol & bile acids) that helps in breakdown of fat.

Definition Of Liver Failure

It means inability of the liver to perform its functions properly there is formation of necrosis (death) in hepatocytes (liver cells).

This is of two types

  • Acute liver failure: There is rapid development of hepatic failure in this due to any underlying pathology or hepatotoxic drugs (e.g. NSAIDS non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs, anti depressants)
  • Chronic liver failure: When a person suffering from liver disease from a longer duration of time such as due to cirrhosis, cholestatic jaundice.
  • In regards to our classical text: In rakatavah srotas dushti, vitiation of pitta dosha is usually seen that leads to rakat (blood) toxification.

Causes

As per ayurveda the main reason of raktavah srotas dushti are as follows:

  • Consume vidhai anna (acidity causing food)
  • Over intake of snigdh (soft), ushan (hot), drav (liquid) diet.
  • Excessive exposure to sunlight and fire.

Other causes

  • Halimak vyadhi (chronic obstructive jaundice) – in this there is formation of greenish yellow discoloration in the skin.
  • Kumbh kamla (chronic jaundice with edema) – presence of edema along with the dark yellow coloured urine & stool.
  • Panaki (chronic jaundice complicated with diarrhea).

In modern science

  • Acute viral hepatitis is the most common cause worldwide.
  • Drug toxicity example paracetamol toxicity.
  • Mushroom (Amanita phalloides) poisoning during pregnancy.
  • Excessive consumption of alcohol.
  • Iron and copper overload.
  • Due to underlying autoimmune diseases.
  • Certain carcinoma.
  • Over intake of fat rich diet leads to fatty liver disease.
  • Cholecystitis (inflammation of gall bladder).
  • Cholelithiasis (gall stones).
  • Non alcoholic fatty liver disease.
  • Herditary
  • Obstructive jaundice.

Clinical Features: It means the complaints, patient present in front of physician. They are as follows:-

  • General body weakness.
  • Nausea & vomiting.
  • Clubbing of fingers (abnormal shape of nail bed)
  • Bruising (bluish discoloration of skin) over the body.
  • Jaundice (presence of yellow coloration of skin & sclera of eye).
  • Dilated abdominal veins.
  • Edema (fluid accumulation)
  • Profuse sweating.
  • Low blood pressure.
  • Ascites (fluid in the abdominal cavity).
  • Fatigue.
  • Bodyache
  • Anorexia (loss of hunger)
  • Drowsiness (lethargic)
  • Indigestion
  • Polydipsia (excessive thirst)

DIAGNOSIS

It means how we can identify the disease. There are various methods:

  • Physical examination of the patient: by analyzing the physical signs seen in patient body.
  • History taking: A proper history taking play a role of asset in diagnosing the disease.
  • Laboratory findings: it includes:
    1. Complete blood count.
    2. Liver function test – It includes serum bilirubin, SGOT, SGPT etc.
    3. Toxicology screening of urine.
    4. Prothrombin time becomes prolonged as liver plays a major role in the synthesis of coagulation factors that got hampered in this.
    5. Percutaneous Liver biopsy
  • Past history: Generally there is presence of family history.

According to ayurveda we diagnose the disease

Trividh pariksha (Set of 3 examination)

  • Darshan (diagnosis is made by visual examination of the symptoms)
  • Sparshan (physician use tactile examination to evaluate whether skin is cold/hot)
  • Prashan (physician ask direct question form the patient)

Asthavidh pariksha (Set of 8 examination procedure)

  • Nadi pariksha – by palpating the pulse rate of the patient.
  • Mutra pariksha – by examining the urine of the patient.
  • Mal pariksha – by stool examination.
  • Jivha pariksha – by examining the tongue whether coated or not.
  • Shabad pariksha – by observing the natural sounds within the body like intestinal sound (peristalsis)
  • Sparsh pariksha – by observing the patient skin texture whether it is cool, wet or dry.in psoriasis it is usually dry, rough in texture.
  • Drik pariksha – when physician inspect patient symptoms through his/her eyes. In liver disease patient yellowish discoloration of skin (jaundice) is the prime finding.
  • Akriti pariksha – observing the patient body posture whether lean or obese.

Management

  • Condition like liver failure is usually a non recoverable ailment. If we diagnose it in its early phase then the recovery rate is good. But once it reaches the chronic phase then only management is the final solution we cannot completely cure this.
  • In modern science they recommend you to go for a liver transplant procedure, every individual cannot afford this as it an expensive procedure & you need to find the right donor for this.

But with ayurveda we can manage its growth with certain herbal drugs such as Bhumiamlaki, kalmegh, daru haridra. Etc.

Line of treatment according to ayurveda: as it is pita elevated “tridoshaj vyadhi”

A. Sanshodhan Chikitsa (Detoxification procedure) –

  • Virechan (Purgation) is the best technique to release out the pita dosha from the body by anal route.
  • Raktamokshan (Bloodletting) It is considered as “ardh chikitsa” (As a whole treatment) by acharya shushruta because it helps in purifying the blood by removing harmful toxins from it.

B. SAMSHMAN CHIKITSA (By medication) – in this we control the disease by subsiding dosha with in the body itself

  1. Drink gomutra(Cowurine) – 15 to 20 ml early in the morning
  2. Triphala sawaras early in the morning.
  3. Cowmilk with cowurine (15 to 20 ml) drink it empty stomach after waking up.

Planet Ayurveda offers various formulations that aid in managing the further advancement of this:

Liver Care Pack

Product Description

1. Liver Detox Formula

  • Ingredients: Katuki (Picrorrhiza kurrao), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kasni (Cichorium intybus) etc.
  • Above mentioned herbs are natural supplement works as hepatoprotective agents (Good for liver), help in lowering the blood pressure, so prove as best medication in liver disease.
  • Dosage: 2 capsules twice daily after meals.

2. Indian Echinacea

  • Ingredients: kalmegha/bhunimab (Andrographis paniculata)
  • It is mentioned as the best herb to enhance the liver function in the body. It has properties like pita sarak (releases pita dosha from the body), krimighan (kill worms)
  • Help in maintaining the immune system and supporting overall health it will provide strength to the patient body in hepatic failure.
  • Dosage: 2 capsules twice daily after meals.

3. Yakritplihantak Churna

  • Ingredients: Is a herbal powder formulation containing herbs like Phyllanthus niruri, Eclipta Alba, Picorrhiza kurro, Andrographis panniculata etc.
  • All these herbs works as natural analgesics (pain killer), appetizer (enhance hunger) & hypotensive (lower blood pressure) thus help in managing further growth of hepatic failure.
  • Dosage: You can boil the powder 1 teaspoonful in 400 ml water, keep it boiling until it remains 50 ml. Strain it and drink the water. Leave the residue. Do it twice daily. Make fresh every time.

4. Phyllanthus Niruri

  • Ingredient: Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri)
  • It posses sheeta virya (cold potency) best suited for lowering the vitiated pitta dosha, also is a hepatoprotective & hypotensive herb, thus help in maintenance of Liver function so effective in liver failure.
  • DOSAGE: 2 capsules twice daily after meals.

In our ancient text it is also mentioned that:

  • If a physician have a good knowledge of curable and non curable disease after that when he precede the treatment in time, he will surely succeeds. But if he try to treat incurable disease even after knowing that it is a non treatable ailment, he will certainly suffers from the loss of arth (wealth), vidya (his/her study), yash (reputation) in the society.
  • The main conclusion of above verse is- it is very important for a doctor to tell his patient that your disease is a non curable one, we cannot treat it completely but we can stop its advancement with herbal medication.

Conclusion

Now we can conclude that liver failure is a condition where disease progress to the advanced stage the only treatment modality for it is liver transplant as per modern science but with ayurveda we can manage its progression by using proper herbal medicine, dietary changes & lifestyle changes.

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September 14, 2024

Ayurvedic Treatment For Liver Failure

ABSTRACT

The Liver is an important organ that serves a variety of key purposes in the human body. The Liver is essential for the body’s nutrient metabolism, detoxification of toxic compounds, and production of bile, which aids in fat digestion. In addition, it aids in the breakdown and recycling of red blood cells, controls blood clotting, and stores vitamins and minerals. The Liver has an amazing capacity for regeneration; it can heal from injury and even partially replace destroyed tissue. For general health, it is important to maintain Liver health with a balanced diet, frequent exercise and many other ways which we will learn in this article. Let’s see what are the causes, how you can analyse if there is something wrong with your Liver and how you can make your Liver Healthy with Ayurvedic Treatment for Liver Failure by Planet Ayurveda.

Liver Failure

INTRODUCTION

When the Liver is unable to carry out its vital tasks, it develops liver failure, a dangerous and perhaps fatal illness. A dangerous medical disease known as liver failure occurs when the liver is unable to perform its normal functions. The liver is essential for many body processes, such as eliminating toxic substances, making vital proteins, and facilitating digestion. These functions are compromised when it fails, which can result in a variety of health issues. Liver failure can happen in two ways: either immediately (Acute Liver Failure) or gradually over time (Chronic Liver Failure). Acute Liver Failure manifests quickly, frequently in a few days or weeks. On the other hand, chronic liver failure develops over several months or years.

CAUSES OF LIVER FAILURE

As we discussed above Liver Failure is of two types, lets see what are the causes for both types of Liver Failure

1. Acute Liver Failure

  • Exposure to chemicals
  • Medication overdoses especially acetaminophen
  • Severe viral infections such as hepatitis A, B, C, etc.
  • Autoimmune Hepatitis
  • Wilson’s Disease
  • Septic Shock
  • Biliary Obstruction

2. Chronic Liver Failure

  • It occurs if conditions such as Fatty Liver, Cirrhosis, Obesity, Hepatitis, etc left untreated
  • Long-term Alcohol Use
  • Long Term use of NSAIDs

SYMPTOMS OF LIVER FAILURE

Let’s see what symptoms can be present in case of both types of Liver Failure.

1. Acute Liver Failure

  • Jaundice, or yellowing of the skin, eyes, urine and stools
  • Abdominal Pain (Mainly in Right Hypochondriac Region)
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Bleeding or bruising readily
  • Edema in Legs, Abdominal edema or Ascites
  • Confusion

Since Acute Liver Failure can develop into potentially fatal consequences very quickly, prompt medical attention is essential.

2. Chronic Liver Failure

Mostly present with the same symptoms as Acute Liver Failure, but the intensity and number of symptoms increase with time. On the other hand in Acute Liver Failure patients represent sudden onset of symptoms with severe intensity. Serious consequences can arise from either form of liver failure. These include liver cancer, portal hypertension, which can lead to variceal haemorrhage, and hepatic encephalopathy, a condition in which poisons accumulate in the brain and cause confusion or a coma.

DIAGNOSIS OF LIVER FAILURE

Diagnosis of Liver Failure can be done in following ways

  • Blood Tests : Which includes LFTs such as Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT), Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST), Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP), Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT). Other than that Bilirubin levels, Albumin levels, Prothrombin Time (PT) and International Normalised Ratio (INR), Hepatitis Panel, Serum Ammonia, Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) and Alpha-fetoprotein.
  • Imaging Studies : Ultrasonography (Whole Abdomen), CT-Scan (Whole Abdomen), MRI (Whole Abdomen), Elastography or Fibroscan, Hepatic Angiography, Endoscopy, Liver Biopsy, etc.

AYURVEDIC OVERVIEW OF LIVER FAILURE

According to Ayurveda, abnormalities in the body’s doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha) and the general condition of Agni (digestive fire) and Dhatus (tissues) are typically used to explain Liver Failure. The Pitta dosha, which controls metabolism, digestion, and transformation, is closely associated with the Liver.

Liver failure as per Ayurveda

  • Pitta Imbalance : The Pitta dosha is the primary impact on the liver, often referred to as “Yakrit” in Ayurveda. Excessive heat, inflammation, and metabolic disruptions brought on by an unbalanced Pitta might result in liver failure or dysfunction. Indigestion, acidity, irritability, and jaundice are possible signs of Pitta imbalance.
  • Digestive Fire, Agni : Digestion fire, also known as agni, is essential to good health. The Liver’s ability to function may be impacted by weak or disrupted Agni, which can result in poor digestion and the buildup of Ama (toxic wastes). Poor digestion, bloating, and the production of toxins that can strain the Liver are indicators of compromised Agni.
  • Ama or Endotoxins : Ama, which is produced by insufficient digestion, can build up in the body and have an impact on the liver. Ama is regarded in Ayurveda as the root cause of numerous illnesses, especially liver-related conditions. A coated tongue, bad breath, and overall lethargy are signs of Ama.
  • Dhatu (Tissues) : The Rasa Dhatu (Circulatory Fluids) and Rakta Dhatu (Blood Tissues) are connected to the Liver. Damage or imbalance to these Dhatus can result in problems with the Liver, which can affect general health and energy. Causes of Imbalance of Rasa Dhatu (Circulatory Fluids): Overeating, Food Heavy to Digest, Over-unctuous Food, Cold Food, Mental Stress, etc. Causes of Imbalance of Rakta Dhatu (Blood Tissue): Acidic or pungent foods, too much salty or alkaline foods, excessive intake of curd, taking meals during indigestion, etc.

The origin and severity of Liver Failure determine the course of treatment. If the damage is irreparable, drugs to promote Liver function and control symptoms may be necessary in an acute instance. Liver transplantation may also be necessary. Treating the underlying cause, such as hepatitis, or controlling alcohol consumption, is essential for chronic Liver Failure. It’s common advice to adopt new lifestyle habits, such as eating a balanced diet and abstaining from chemicals that damage the Liver. In the end, Liver Failure emphasises the need of Liver health and prompt treatment. Routine examinations and surveillance, especially for individuals with elevated risk, can impede the advancement to more severe phases and enhance results. Let’s take a look at Ayurvedic Treatment for Liver Failure.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR LIVER FAILURE

Planet Ayurveda Provides Ayurvedic Treatment for Liver Failure that is formulated by M.D. Ayurveda Experts. All the remedies made in Planet Ayurveda are ISO, GMP, US-FDA, Halal certified along with various other certifications. So from these certifications one can make an idea these remedies will be pure and will not cause any kind of side effect. For Liver Failure Planet Ayurveda suggests Liver Care Pack, includes 4 herbal remedies that helps in preventing and managing Liver Failure, let’s take a look

  1. Yakrit Plihantak Churna
  2. Phyllanthus Niruri
  3. Indian Echinacea
  4. Liver Detox Formula


Liver Care Pack

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. Indian Echinacea

Indian Echinacea is a capsules formulation prepared by Planet Ayurveda with a standardised extract of herb Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata). Its cleansing properties help in reducing the accumulation of fats and lipids in the Liver, so aids in reducing the fat infiltration of the Liver. On the other hand its antioxidants properties makes it effective in rejuvenating the Liver Cells, thus helpful in management of Liver Failure.

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

2. Yakrit Plihantak Churna

Yakrit Plihantak Churna is one of the best remedies formulated by Dr. Vikram Chauhan with 8 miraculous ingredients. These ingredients include herbs such as Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Bhringraj (Eclipta alba), Sharpunkha (Tephrosia purpurea), All these herbs make this remedy a perfect remedy for preventing Liver from being damaged and managing Liver health if it gets damaged. This remedy is so effective because it is full of hepatoprotective, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, diuretic and detoxifying properties.

Dosage : 1 tsp twice daily with plain water after meals.

3. Phyllanthus Niruri

Phyllanthus Niruri is a single herbal capsules formulation manufactured by Planet Ayurveda with standardised extract of herb Bhumi Amla (Phyllanthus niruri). First of all this herb is enriched with hepatoprotective properties, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties. This remedy is added to the Liver Care Pack of Planet Ayurveda due to its fact that it protects and rejuvenates the hepatic cells.

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

4. Liver Detox Formula

Liver Detox Formula, as the name suggests it is meant to detoxify the Liver which is an important point in line of treatment of Liver Diseases. This is a polyherbal remedy produced by Planet Ayurveda with standardised extract of herbs such as Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa), Makoy (Solanum nigrum), Himsra (Capparis spinosa), etc. All the herbs of these capsules mainly help in managing Liver Failure due to their detoxifying properties. They also have Pitta eliminating properties, which is another major step in treatment of Liver Failure.

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

CONCLUSION

For general health, it is important to maintain Liver health with a balanced diet, frequent exercise and many other ways that we have discussed in this Article. Here we discussed its two types, their causes and symptoms. The main motive of presenting this article is to explain what actually Liver Failure is and how it occurs and how we can manage it with Ayurvedic Treatment. So we discussed all this, in Ayurveda we can manage it along with some dietary and lifestyle changes.

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