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September 25, 2018

Herbal Remedies for West’s Syndrome (Infantile Syndrome) & Lennox Gastaut Syndrome

Overview

The onset is usually between 3-8 months of life. It is characterized by a combination of salaam spells (sudden dropping of the head and flexion of arms), mental retardation and hyper arrhythmic pattern of EEG (diffuse high voltage slow spike and chaotic activity).

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Common Causes of Infantile Spasms

  1. Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy
  2. Neuro-cutaneous syndrome especially tuberous sclerosis
  3. Perinatal infections
  4. Haemorrhage
  5. Injury
  6. Metabolic disorders
  7. Localized structural malformations

This infantile disorder was first described by Dr.W.J west because his own child is affected by this disorder. ACTH and corticosteroids frequently help, the course varies from 2-12 weeks, depending upon response. But it is not long- term treatment for this disorder. These medications cause other ill effects to other part organs and systems of the body. Herbs are the natural and safe treatment for this disorder.

Lennox Gastaut Syndrome

Onset is usually in late infancy or childhood, is characterized by mixed seizures hyper including myoclonic, atypical absence generalized tonic- colonic or partial seizures. Intellectual regression is invariable. Very slow background and slow generalized spike- wave discharges are observed on factors such as head injury, anoxia, cardiopulmonary arrest, and post-vaccine encephalopathy and CNS infections.

Drug of choice is valproic acid, benzodiazepines and ACTH but these drugs are not safe for body cells and cause serious side-effects.  Prognosis is often unsatisfactory. Learn more about Lennox Gastaut Syndrome

Causes

No cause may be identified in a large number of cases. The spasm occurs in clusters usually on waking. Prognosis for mental development is poor.

As per Ayurvedic point of view the three doshas rule our body and a imbalance in their functioning disturbs the whole body function. Vata doshas is more prominent in comparison to other two doshas.

Herbal Treatment for West’s Syndrome and Lennox – Gastaut Syndrome

1. Calm Easy Capsules

Calm easy capsules are the 100% natural product of planet Ayurveda that very efficient nervine tonic. Ashwagandha, brahmi and tagar are amazing herbs of Ayurveda that are used to prepare this wonderful supplement for various nervous system related problems. It is a miraculous stress buster and deals with various brain – related conditions like stress, anxiety, nervous breakdown, epilepsy and mental retardation. It is a very effective formulation that helps to relieve stress and increases stamina naturally. It is good for small children as it helps in the nourishment of neurons. It helps to improve both mental and physical stamina in the body. Brahmi used in this herbal supplement is very amazing herb for brain used in Ayurveda from 1000 years.

Major alkaloids present in this herb helps to aid with mind related problems and helps to sharpen memory. This herb helps to improve transmission in neurons. Anti-oxidant nature of this herb helps to fight against various factors and micro-organisms that cause serious infections in the brain. This herb helps to rejuvenate brain cells, aid with stress and anxiety and helps to improve concentration. Calming effects of Ashwagandha helps to treat major problems related with the brain like anxiety, epilepsy, and seizures etc. it also calms the brain which boost our immune system naturally. Tagar is hypotensive, relaxant, and antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory in nature. This herb helps to treat various conditions like nervousness, nervous attacks, seizures, stress and migraine etc. this supplement helps to improve concentration and grasping power in children.

Dosage :-

For Adults :- 2 capsules two times a day after meals with normal water.
For Children :- 1 capsule two times a day after meals with normal water.

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2. Ashwagandha Capsules

Standardized extract of Ashwagandha is used to prepare this incredibly powerful supplement for mental and physical health. Ashwagandha is very amazing herb of Ayurveda used to manage mental stress from many years back. This herbal supplement helps to boost brain functions and used to reduce excessive stress and anxiety naturally. Adaptogen present in this herb is used as a general tonic that helps to relieve both mental and physical stress. Roots of this plant have a very strong aroma that is described as a horse like the smell. Cooling effects of Ashwagandha help to calm the brain and reduce internal inflammation in brain.

Beside this Ashwagandha capsules are also used to treat joint-related problems and helps to reduce inflammation and excessive stiffness in case of arthritis and rheumatoid. This herbal supplement is also good for diabetic sufferers as it helps to reduce high sugar and high cholesterol levels in the body naturally. Anti-oxidant properties of this herb are beneficial to fight against free radicals and toxins that causes serious infections in body and brain cells. This herbal supplement also fight against cancer cells and useful in treating liver problems.

Dosage :-

For Adults :-2 capsules two times a day after meals with normal water.
For Children :-1 capsules two times a day after meals with normal water.

3. Brahmi Capsules

Pure extract obtained from herb BacopaMonnieri is used in the preparation of this powerful herbal remedy for brain available at planet Ayurveda. Bacosides present in this herb works wonderfully on brain cells and cope with serious problems that affect brain cells. Hypoglycaemia is the major issue that causes serious problems in small infants, this herb deals naturally with this problem and protects children for risk of serious brain- related problems. This herbal formulation helps to boost our immune system and also good for treating liver – related problems.

According to Ayurveda this herb is very good medhyarasayana- herb that is good for brain cells and functions and used to improve memory and balya – herb used to boost internal strength and immunity in body. Regular use of this herbal supplements helps to eliminate harmful radicals and toxins out from the body. It protect body and brain cells from the damage of harmful radicals. In children is used to enhance memory, improve concentration and to increase grasping power. It pacifies vata and kaphadosha in body. This herb is also Broncho-dilator in nature and used to treat respiratory tract related problems.

Dosage2 capsules twice daily for adults and 1 capsules twice daily for children after meals with normal water.

4. Medhya Churna

It is a fine blend of herbs that are very beneficial for promoting the health of brain cells. vacha, Ashwagandha, ajmoda, shwetajeerak, kirshanjeerak, sonth, maricha, pippali, patha, shankhpushpi and brahmi are the beneficial herbs of Ayurveda used to prepare this powerful blend for a healthy mind. This herbal supplement is used to enhance brain power and improves concentration levels. This amazing herbal supplement helps to nourish brain cells and used to rejuvenate the nervous system.

This product helps to relieve stress and excessive anxiety miraculously. It helps to pacify vitiated vatadosha in the body that is a major cause of many nervous system related problems. Regular intake of this supplement is also used to treat epilepsy and improves mental clarity. This herbal product has great potential to improve memory and to fight against various nervous system associated infections.

Dosage :-
For adults- 1 tablespoonful two times a day with normal water after meals.

For children :- ½ tablespoon two times a day with normal water after meals.

All the above mentioned products of planet Ayurveda are prepared by natural herbs of Ayurveda and totally free from any adulteration. Nature and pure extract of herbs are used in the preparation of this miraculous product for nervous system related problems. All these herbal supplements are formulated under the supervision of MD Ayurveda experts. No chemicals, binders, preservatives, colours, fillers, starch and yeast are added to these products. For better results of these products regular intake of supplements is highly recommended.

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August 22, 2018

Treatment of Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) in Ayurveda

Overview

Hemolytic uremic syndrome(HUS) is a serious condition which is marked by an abnormal activity of destruction of the body’s red blood cells and, consequently, a low platelet count. The condition can put affected individuals at a potential risk of kidney failure because the filtering system of the kidneys can get clogged by the damaged red blood cells.Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is, therefore, a condition which affects two body systems the blood stream and the kidneys. Besides leading to life-threatening kidney failure, the condition can also cause some other serious health complications, including heart problems, stroke, coma, high blood pressure, and intestinal disorders like inflammatory colitis.

Hemolytic-Uremic-Syndrome

Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) can affect both children and adults. The condition is basically of two types: Typical and Atypical. The main trigger for Typical HUS is a diarrheal infection which is usually caused by a particular strain of toxin-producing E. coli bacteria found in the intestines E.coli OH157:H7. However, Atypical HUS is not linked to any digestive tract infection, and has a comparatively less favorable outcome.Apart from the mentioned E.coli strain, some of the other causes of Hemolytic uremic syndrome includes the use of certain medications – like quinine sulphate, certain chemotherapy and immunosuppressant medications, and anti-platelet medications as well as HIV/AIDS or an infection with the pneumococcal bacteria. In some rare cases, the condition may get triggered in females due to pregnancy.

Symptoms of Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome

Some of the common symptoms associated with the occurrence of Hemolytic uremic syndrome are :-

  • Abdominal pain
  • Vomiting
  • Bloody diarrhoea
  • Blood in the urine or decreased urination
  • Bleeding from the nose and mouth
  • Minor, unexplained bruises
  • Fatigue and irritability
  • Paleness (pallor) or weakness
  • Seizures or confusion
  • High blood pressure
  • Swelling of the face, hands, feet or the whole body.

In addition to these symptoms, some other indications of Hemolytic uremic syndrome include: Dehydration, Anemia (resulting from abnormal destruction of red blood cells and low platelet counts), and Uremia (inability of the kidneys to remove waste products from the body).

Treatment of Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome

Timely and appropriate treatment is required in Hemolytic uremic syndrome, so that the patients especially children — can recover fully from the condition. The treatments which can alleviate the symptoms of the condition and prevent any further complications include: Red blood cell transfusions, Platelet transfusions, Fluid replacement, Plasma exchange, and Kidney dialysis.

For the management of Hemolytic uremic syndrome in a safe and natural manner, some excellent herbal products are available for renowned herbal manufacturing company, Planet Ayurveda. The products are prepared from pure herbs, under the guidance of expert Ayurveda practitioners.

Planet Ayurveda’s herbal products for managing Hemolytic uremic syndrome are:

1. Green Essential Capsules

A number of useful herbal ingredients are combined for the preparation of these capsules. The ingredients include: Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Spirulina (Spirulina platensis), Green tea (Camellia sinensis), wheat grass (Triticulum aestivum), and grape seed (Vitis vinifera).

The use of the capsules is beneficial in Hemolytic uremic syndrome because of their ability to provide nourishment to the brain cells, enhance brain functioning, boost immunity, help the body fight against free radicals, and manage skin disorders and other conditions.

Dosage :- 1-2 capsules with plain water, two times a day, after meals.

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2. Punarnava Mandoor Tablets

The preparation of these tablets involves a combination of some potent herbs including Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa), Mandoor Bhasma (Ferric oxide calx), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Haridra (Curcuma longa), Shunti (Zingiber officinale), Maricha (Piper nigrum), Pippali (Piper longum), Chavya (Piper chaba), Chitrak Mool (Plumbago zeylanica), and Vidanga (Embelia ribes).

Patients of Hemolytic uremic syndrome can benefit from the use of the tablets because they are helpful in eliminating toxins from the body, improving the quality of blood, increasing blood count, controlling cholesterol levels, and manages several disorders.

Dosage:- 1-2 capsules with plain water, two times a day, before meals.

3. Nephralka Capsules

Pure and standardized extracts of a number of herbs are used for preparing these capsules. The herbs include: Bhumi Amla (Phyllanthus niruri), Mooli satva (Raphanus sativus), Revandchini (Rheum emodi), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), and Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa).

The capsules can be useful for Hemolytic uremic syndrome patients because they can maintain healthy kidneys, help absorb fluid in digestive system, eliminates extra fluid from kidneys, manage constipation and diarrhoea linked to renal disorders, manage digestive disorders, treat urine infections, control blood pressure, rejuvenate immune system, and pacify aggravated Pitta and Kaphs doshas.

Dosage:-1-2 capsules with plain water, two times a day, after meals.

4. G-Plat Capsules

The capsules are prepared from some extremely useful herbal components which have the capability to manage a low platelet count, particularly if it is caused by faulty bone marrow function or bone marrow depression.

The patients of Hemolytic uremic syndrome can benefit from the use of these capsules which can be helpful in managing several conditions related to low platelet count. These conditions may include spleen disorders, different kinds of cancers, leukaemia, lymphomas, AIDS, and other disorders. In addition, the capsules also have the ability to manage gastro-intestinal disease, treat skin ailments, boost immune levels, treat ulcers, and alleviate stress and anxiety.

Dosage:- 1-2 capsules, two times a day.

5. Rencure Formula Capsules

The capsules are prepared from a combination of herbs including Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa), Palaash (Butea monosperma), Gokshur (Tribulus terrestris), and Kaasni (Cichorium intybus).

Hemolytic uremic syndrome can be managed with the help of these capsules which can treat kidney-related problems, eliminate accumulated toxins from the body, rejuvenate dying cells, ensure healthy flow of urine, and control the body’s vitiated Pitta and Kapha’ doshas.

Dosage:-2 capsules with plain water, two times a day, after meals.

6. Pitta Balance Capsules

For preparing these capsules, several natural ingredients are used, including Praval Pishti (Coral Calcium), Akik Pishti (Agate Calcium), Mukta Pishti (Pearl Calcium), Jawar Mohra Pishti (an Ayurvedic Calcium compound), Kamdhudha Ras (an Ayurvedic Calcium compound), and Giloy satva (extract of Tinospora cordifolia).

People affected by Hemolytic uremic syndrome can benefit from the use of the capsules which can promote the functioning of the immune system, support the digestive system, purify the blood, control blood pressure, balance the body’s Pitta dosha, and cure ulcers, acidity, and several other conditions.

Dosage:-1-2 capsules with plain water, once or twice a day, after meals.

Conclusion:-

Planet Ayurveda’s herbal products for the management of Hemolytic uremic syndrome are 100% natural formulations, which are completely vegetarian, and do not contain any chemicals, starch, additives, yeast, artificial colors, binders, fillers or preservatives.

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