Defeating Hepatitis B, Ayurvedic Treatment and Herbal Remedies
Abstract
It is a serious liver condition caused by HBV (Hepatitis B virus). It may be acute or chronic. Acute when it lasts for less than six months and chronic when it persists for more than six months. Starting from infection it leads to liver failure, liver cirrhosis, and liver cancer in later stages. A vaccine for Hepatitis B can prevent this disease but there is no cure for the disease. With prevention, it can prevent the spread of infections to others.
Introduction
It is caused by the Hepatitis B virus. As it spreads from person to person by direct contact with the body fluids like saliva, blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and also transmitted from mother to her baby. Sometimes people can recover on their own but in chronic conditions, it may be lifelong as there is no cure for the disease but regular testing and treatment can help to prevent this. As it stays for a long time it causes a serious condition that leads to liver cirrhosis or cancer or even death.
Causes
Hepatitis B includes the following causes-
Mode of transmission
- Sharing of needles
- Sexual contact
- Mother to child
- Accidental needle stick
Symptoms
The signs and symptoms are found according to the severity of the disease. It includes the following symptoms-
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Weakness
- Headache
- Hives
- Dark urine
- Joint pain
- Lethargy
- Fever
- Loss of appetite
- Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whitening of the eyes)
- Clay-coloured bowel movements
- Pain in the right side of the abdomen
- Muscle ache
- Hepatomegaly
Diagnosis
- Liver function test
- Blood test
- Fibro scan
- Serological test for surface antigen (HBsAg)
- Alpha-fetoprotein
- Liver biopsy
- Abdominal USG
- Transient elastography
- Serum liver fibrosis biomarkers
Treatment
According to symptoms and severity of the disease following are the ways to treat-
- Antiviral medications
- Interferon injections
- Liver transplant
Complication
- Liver failure
- Liver cirrhosis
- Liver cancer
- Kidney disease
- Inflammation of blood vessels
- Reactivation of Hepatitis B virus
Ayurvedic Aspect For Hepatitis B
In Ayurveda, Hepatitis B is correlated with the Ubhayapatha Ashrita Swatantra kamla which is a part of Kamala. It is not a complication of Pandu roga (anaemia). It is kosha and Sakha Ashrit and dominates the pitta dosha. When the pitta dosha is increased in the amount it affects the rakta dosha with ashraya ashrayi bhava and leads to kamla and affects the Raktavaha srotas of the body. Kamla is a rakta Pradoshaja and Pittaja Nanatmaja vyadhi which affects the pitta and rakta dosha of the body. The liver is correlated with the yakrit (Liver) which is responsible for bile production when yakrit is affected it affects the bilirubin production which affects the digestive fire as digestive fire is responsible for digestion, absorption, and metabolism of the body. As pitta dosha ios increases it causes liver disease.
In च.चि.१६।७-९ Causes of Ubhayapatha Ashrita Swatantra Kamla
- Excessive intake of sour, amla, and salty products
- Use of pitta dominating aahar and vihar
- Fear, anger
Symptoms of Ubhayapatha Ashrita Swatantra kamla
In acute condition च.चि.१६।३५-३६
“ हारिद्रनेत्रः स भृशं हारिद्रत्वङ्नखाननः।
रक्तपीतशकृन्मूत्रो भेकवर्णो हतेन्द्रियः॥
दाहाविपाकदौर्बल्यसदनारुचिकर्षितः।
कामला बहुपित्तैषा कोष्ठशाखाश्रया मता॥ ”
- Eyes, nails, face, and skin yellowish in color
- Stool and urine are yellow and reddish in color
- Appearance like a frog
- Indigestion
- Burning sensation
- Loss of appetite
- Weakness
In chronic condition च.चि.१६।३७-
“ कृष्णपीतशकृन्मूत्रो भृशं शूनश्च मानवः॥
सरक्ताक्षिमुखच्छर्दिविण्मूत्रो यश्च ताम्यति।
दाहारुचितृषानाहतन्द्रामोहसमन्वितः॥ ”
नष्टाग्निसञ्ज्ञः क्षिप्रं हि कामलावान् विपद्यते।
- Urine and stool are black and yellow in color
- Excessive edema
- Face and eyes red in color
- Excessive vomiting
- Stool and urine come with blood
- Burning sensation
- Anorexia
- Constipation
- Excessive thirst
- Loss of consciousness
- Drowsiness
- Fainting
Ayurvedic Management Of Hepatitis
- Use of virechana – as the drugs are sharp, hot, penetrating, Vyavayi, and vikasi in nature.
- Use of Pitta dosha shamak Drayvas- as they are sweet, bitter, and astringent in nature.
- Use of triphala- suppress the production of free radicals and remove toxins from the body
- Use of Katuki churna- it has hepatoprotective properties
- Extract of Sarpunkha
- Use of Bhumi Amalaki- it contains anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and acts as an immunomodulator.
Herbal Remedies For Hepatitis B By Planet Ayurveda
Planet Ayurveda is GMP certified and all products are made up of 100% natural ingredients and pure and has no side effect on the body. The products are made under the guidance of M.D. Ayurveda experts and all herbs are explained in the old age context of Ayurveda. All products are free from any type of preservatives, fillers, adulterants, yeast, binders, or chemicals. Planet Ayurveda provides an herbal remedy to cure hepatitis B in an effective way. The formulations are described below-
Product lists-
- Yakrit Plihantak Churna
- Arogyavardhini Vati
- Punarnava Capsules
- Liver Detox Formula
- Indian Echinacea
- Livo Plan Syrup
- Kamdudha Ras
Herbal Remedies For Hepatitis B
Product Description
1. Yakrit Plihantak Churna
The churna consists of Kalmegha (𝘈𝘯𝘥𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘢), Sharpunkha (𝘛𝘦𝘱𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘢 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘢), Bhringraj (𝘌𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘱𝘵𝘢 𝘢𝘭𝘣𝘢), and many more herbs. Bhumi amla contains antiviral and liver protective properties which help to keep the liver healthy and improve its function of the liver as it balances the pitta dosha of the body. Kalmegh contains the cleaning and purifying activity so it helps in improving digestive fire and liver functions. Kasni helps to reduce the swelling, enlargement, and inflammation of the liver.
Dosage-1 teaspoon twice a day
2. Arogyavardhini Vati
The vati consists of most parts of Kutki and other herbs. It is a mixture of various herbs such as Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa), purified Commiphora mukul (Guggulu), Chitrak mool (𝘗𝘭𝘶𝘮𝘣𝘢𝘨𝘰 𝘻𝘦𝘺𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢), and other herbs. Kutki contains an anti-oxidant and helps to reduce mortality due to hepatitis B hepatotoxicity as it contains hepatoprotective properties. Triphala increases the catalase amylase activity and enhances the antioxidant enzymes in the body and also helps in the suppression of the production of inflammatory mediators and free radicals in the body.
Dosage-2 tablets twice a day
3. Punarnava Capsules
The capsules are made up of a single extraction of Boerhavia diffusa (Punarnava). It contains the antioxidant property which fights against free radicals and liver cell-damaging toxins as it has the hepatoprotective property. It is madhura, tikta, and kashaya in rasa which balance the pitta dosha of the body. It has a diuretic property which helps to remove toxins from the body. It contains anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties which help to protect from bacteria and prevent inflammation.
Dosage-1 capsule twice daily, with plain water, after meals
4. Liver Detox Formula
The capsules contain Andrographis paniculata (Kalmegh), Punarnava (𝘉𝘰𝘦𝘳𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘢 𝘥𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘶𝘴𝘢), Picrorhiza kurroa (Katuki), Biranjasipha (𝘈𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘢 𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘶𝘮- 𝘠𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘰𝘸), and many more herbs. Kalmegh increases the digestive fire which helps in digestion and improves the metabolism of the body. Katuki contains the hepatoprotective property which keeps the liver healthy and improves the function of the liver. Punarnava helps to remove toxins from the body and fight against the free radicals present in the body.
Dosage-1 capsule twice daily, with plain water, after meals
5. Indian Echinacea
The capsules are made up of pure extract of Andrographis paniculata (Indian Echinacea). With the help of cleaning and purifying properties of kalmegh, it helps to improve the digestive fire and helps in digestion and metabolism of the body. It has anti-inflammatory properties which protect the liver from inflammation. It helps to remove toxins from the body, protect from various liver diseases and keep a healthy functioning of the body.
Dosage-1 capsule twice daily, with plain water, after meals
6. Livo Plan Syrup
It is a mixture of many various herbs such as Phyllanthus niruri (Bhumi amla), Trayamana (𝘎𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘢 𝘬𝘶𝘳𝘳𝘰𝘰), Patol (𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘴𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘴 𝘥𝘪𝘰𝘪𝘤𝘢), and other herbs. Bhumi amla contains anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-oxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties which protect the liver and also act as an immunomodulator and improve the functioning of the liver. Kasni helps to reduce the swelling and inflammation of the liver. Bhringraj helps to remove toxins and helps in the reviving of liver cells.
Dosage-1 teaspoon twice a day
7. Kamdudha Ras
It is made up of a mixture of three herbs Abhrak Bhasma (Mica calx), Amrita satva (𝘛𝘪𝘯𝘰𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘢 𝘤𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘪𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘢), and Swarna Gairik (𝘎𝘰𝘭𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘤𝘩𝘳𝘦). Abhrak bhasma has deepan and pachan property which helps in digestion and metabolism keeps the liver healthy and balance the three doshas of the body. Amrita satva contains the tikta and kashaya rasa which help to balance the pitta and kapha dosha of the body and contain antipyretic properties which help to reduce the fever and improve the immunity of the body.
Dosage-1 tablet twice a day
Conclusion
As we know, the liver plays an important role in our body as it removes the toxins from the body, improves digestion and metabolism, and supports immunity. The defects in the liver cause various symptoms in the body and imbalance the functioning of the body. The treatment helps to reduce symptoms, control the infection and replication of the virus, and prevent further damage to the liver. Ayurveda involves Shodana chikitsa (𝘋𝘦𝘵𝘰𝘹𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵), shaman chikitsa (𝘗𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵), and Kayakalpa (Rejuvenation). The herbs, diet, and lifestyle modification help to cure hepatitis. Planet Ayurveda provides an herbal remedy to cure Hepatitis B in an effective way without any side effects to the body. The herbal remedies include the Yakrit plihantak churna, Arogyavardhini vati, Punarnava capsules, Liver detox formula, Indian echinacea, Livo plan syrup, and Kamdudha ras.
August 12, 2019
Ayurvedic Management of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
Introduction
The Liver is the second largest organ of the human body whose weight is approximately 1.6 kg.
Some of the main functions of liver are
- It metabolizes important proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.
- It helps in producing and clearing cholesterol in the body.
- The liver secretes blood clotting factors which help in stopping the excessive blood flow during a cut or any injury.
- It also secretes bile. Bile helps in the digestion of fats and fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E and K.
- It stores iron, copper, and Vitamins such as A, D, E, K and B12.
- The liver cleanses the blood by eliminating harmful wastes, drugs, and toxic substances from it.
What are the common disorders that affect the liver?
Disorders that affect the liver are Hepatitis (Inflammation of the liver), Cirrhosis (scarring), fatty liver and cancer. Common causes of liver disorders are metabolism, hereditary, virus infection such as Hepatitis A, B, C, D and E, intake of alcohol and drugs.
What is fatty liver?
The normal liver has 5% fat only. When the amount of fat increases by 10%, then healthy liver tissues gets converted into fatty tissues. This disorder is known as fatty liver or steatosis. In other words, this condition can be described as a liver that sucks fat.
What are the causes of fatty liver?
- Excessive intake of alcohol
- Overweight
- High blood cholesterol
- Diabetes Mellitus
What is Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)?
Fatty liver has two basic types:
- Persons who have more alcohol intake, the fatty liver reaches the first stage of the disease, which gradually leads to cirrhosis if the alcohol intake is continued.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is a term used to describe the fat deposition in those patients who take alcohol in smaller quantities or do not consume alcohol at all.
What is NASH?
Due to the deposition of fats in the Patients Suffering from NAFLD, there is an inflammation and necrosis (death of tissues of the liver). The presence of dead tissues and inflammation lead to a chronic disorder known as Non-Alcoholic Steato Hepatitis (NASH). The word Steato means fat and Hepatitis means inflammation of the liver. Patients who are suffering from NASH are at the risk of developing cirrhosis.
NAFLD and NASH — Facts and Figures
- In India, the incidence of NAFLD is commonly seen in obese, diabetes or prediabetic people.
- 80% of patients suffering from NAFLD are obese.
- It affects 40-70% of the patients suffering from diabetes.
- In normal children, NAFLD disease has increased up to 3-10% in the last 10 years and increases up to 8-80% in overweight/obese children.
- Nearly 2-3% thin and 15-20% obese people have NASH.
What are the risk factors associated with NAFLD?
The risk factors associated with NAFLD are:
- Obesity
- Type 2 diabetes
- Age: It mostly occurs in the persons above the age of 50 years. It is most commonly seen in men.
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- High levels of cholesterol or triglycerides in the blood.
What are the symptoms of NAFLD?
There are no specific Signs and Symptoms of NAFLD. But, when the disease develops, it causes pain and discomfort in the upper part of the abdomen and fatigue.
How NAFLD is diagnosed?
Following are the tests that are used for the diagnosis of NAFLD:
- LFT: It is a blood test which measures the concentrations of various enzymes and proteins in the blood which are produced by the liver. Patients suffering from NAFLD have elevated levels of liver enzymes.
- Imaging tests: Imaging tests such as ultrasound, Computed Tomography (CT) scan or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
- Biopsy: A liver biopsy is a procedure in which a small needle is inserted into the liver to collect a tissue sample. Liver biopsy is done to differentiate between NASH and fatty liver.
What are the disorders and complications associated with NASH?
Patients suffering from NASH have higher risks of developing Type 2 diabetes, heart disorders or stroke.
What are the steps to prevent NAFLD?
The change in lifestyle is the first step towards the prevention of NAFLD.
- Maintain a healthy weight.
- Choose a healthy diet.
- Be regular with your physical exercises.
- Don’t take any medicine without a physician’s consultation.
- Intake of alcohol should be under control.
- Quit smoking.
Modern treatment for liver disorders include the prescription of drugs but currently available drugs have more systemic toxicity therefore, physicians hesitate to administer these drugs for long term use.
According to modern medicine, liver transplantation is one of the options for chronic liver disorders but this treatment option bears several risks and is unaffordable for most of the patients in many countries, particularly in India. Further, liver transplant is a complex procedure as it requires sophisticated infrastructure, expensive drugs and prolonged stays in ICUs.
What is the Ayurvedic perspective on liver disorders?
In Ayurveda, the liver is considered as a well-known organ. It is known as”Yakrit”. The word “Yakrit” is made from two words: Yat + Krit. “Yat” means conversion and “Krit” means to do. Yakrit is a site of Raktdhatu where blood is stored. In Ayurveda, there are many herbs and their extracts that have been shown to possess hepatoprotective activities.
These herbs have biochemical active components that protect the liver from oxidative stress, promote virus elimination, block fibrogenesis, anti-inflammatory, immune-modulating, liver generating properties. Traditional Indian Medicinal system known as Ayurveda has generated extensive empirical knowledge and treated various complicated disorders since ages.
NAFLD can be successfully treated with the help of herbs and herbal remedies.
What is the treatment of NAFLD by Planet Ayurveda?
Planet Ayurveda offers effective herbal remedies for the treatment of NAFLD. These remedies are:
- Indian Echinacea Capsules
- Yakrit Plihantak Churna
- Phyllanthus Niruri Capsules
- Liver Detox Formula
1. Indian Echinacea Capsules
Planet Ayurveda’s Echinacea Capsules contain the standardized extract of the herb Andographis paniculata. This herb is known as “King of Bitters”. In Sanskrit, this herb is known by the name “Kalmegh”. This herb has been used for liver disorders, lack of appetite, purification of blood since ages. It reduces vitiated Kapha and Pitta dosha. It is useful for the treatment of liver disorders as it stimulates liver, expels out excess Pitta from the body.
Dose: 2 capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.
2.Yakrit Plihantak Churna
Planet Ayurveda’s Yakrit Plihantak Churna is a wonderful combination of unique herbs that are known to improve the functioning of the liver. The herbs used in this formulation influence the functioning of the liver by regenerating liver cells, relieving inflammation, eliminating toxins, etc.
Ingredients used in the preparation of Yakrit Plihantak Churna are:
| Sr. No. | Ingredient Name | Common Name | Parts Used | Quantity (200 gm) |
| 1. | Phyllanthus niruri | Bhumi Amla | Whole | 60 gm |
| 2. | Andrographis paniculata | Kalmegh | Whole | 20 gm |
| 3. | Eclipta alba | Bhringraj | Whole | 20 gm |
| 4. | Tephrosia purpurea | Sharpunkha | Roots | 20 gm |
| 5. | Cichorium intybus | Kaasni | Roots | 20 gm |
| 6. | Picrorrhiza kurrao | Katuki | Stem | 20 gm |
| 7. | Solanum indicum | Makoy | Whole | 20 gm |
| 8. | Boerhavia diffusa | Punarnava | Roots | 20 gm |
Dose: 1/2-1 teaspoonful of herbal powder with plain water after meals should be taken.
3.Phyllanthus Niruri Capsules
Phyllanthus Niruri Capsules contain the standardized extract of the herb Bhumyamalaki. This herb is considered as hepatoprotective. This herb reduces vitiated Kapha and Pitta dosha. It is a coolant by nature. Therefore, these capsules are very useful in enhancing the functioning of the diseased liver. Its root, leaves and the whole plant is used as an herbal supplement. This plant has also been used for centuries as an herbal remedy for urinary calculi.
Dose: 2 capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.
4.Liver Detox Formula
Liver Detox Formula by Planet Ayurveda is obtained from the mixture of different herbs that are helpful in the cleansing liver and keeps it healthy and strong. This formulation is designed to revive the damaged liver cells and gives strength to the body.
Ingredients of Liver Detox Formula are:
| Sr. No. | Ingredient Name | Common Name | Quantity |
| 1. | Picrorrhiza kurrao | Kutki | 200 mg |
| 2. | Boerrhavia diffusa | Punarnava | 100 mg |
| 3. | Andographis paniculata | Kalmegh | 50 mg |
| 4. | Solanum indicum | Makoy | 25 mg |
| 5. | Chicorum intybus | Kaasni | 25 mg |
| 6. | Achillea millefolium | Biranjasipha | 25 mg |
| 7. | Tamarix galluca | Jhavuka | 25 mg |
| 8. | Capparis spinosa | Himsra | 25 mg |
| 9. | Terminalia chebula | Haritaki | 25 mg |
Dose: 2 capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.
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