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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.

Most Important Facts About Ursodiol

Abstract

Liver is body’s second largest organ, it just sit under rib cage on the right side and size of liver is just same as size of football. Liver is essential for digesting food and removing the toxins out of the body. This disease is a genetic condition caused by many factors such as alcohol and obesity. With time it damages the liver which turns into scar (cirrhosis) and leads to liver failure. Yellowing of the skin is one of the signs of jaundice. As the liver turns food into energy and filters out the poison. Ursodiol is a class of medications known as gallstone dissolution as it slows down the production of cholesterol and dissolves the bile to prevent bile stones and decreases the toxic level and reduces the chance of liver transplantation. In this topic we are going to study in detail about its side effects, causes and mechanism further in this topic.

INTRODUCTION

Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic acid)  is used to dissolve gallstones when a patient doesn’t want surgery, used to treat people with primary biliary cirrhosis. Primary biliary cirrhosis is autoimmune disorder. Is a secondary bile acid which is produced in humans and many other species by intestinal bacteria. Ursodiol reduces the cholesterol saturation of bile and dissolves the cholesterol-rich stones. It suppresses the immune response such as immune cells phagocytosis. It has an anti-inflammatory property and protective effect in epithelial cells linked with an immunomodulatory response by regulating cytokines, sometimes bile acids are known to be colon tumor protectors so hence is chemoprotective. It helps to reduce the preterms delivery (as it reduces itching in the mother). It is suggested in the treatment of bile reflux and gastritis. It is very effective in non alcoholic fatty liver but is contraindicated in obstruction of biliary tract such as biliary atresia. Ursodiol is associated with risk of mortality and morbidity in neonatal hepatitis and neonatal cholestasis. It is usually present in tablets and capsules.

Liver Disease

In other liver diseases

In Acute liver disease there is the loss of liver function which occurs rapidly and commonly caused by hepatitis, virus, certain drugs hence develops slowly. It is known as fulminant hepatic failure which causes excessive bleeding and increased pressure in the brain.

SYMPTOMS OF LIVER FAILURE

  1. Jaundice
  2. Nausea
  3. Vomiting
  4. Sleepiness
  5. Tremors
  6. Confusion
  7. Malaise
  8. Ascites
  9. Pain in the upper abdomen.

CAUSES

  1. Acetaminophen overdose- It is a common cause of acute liver failure.
  2. Hepatitis and other viruses- These viruses can cause acute liver failure.
  3. Autoimmune disease- Liver failure can cause autoimmune hepatitis which attacks the immune system which further attacks liver cells.
  4. Cancer- Cancer that begins in the liver and further spread causes the liver to fail.
  5. Metabolic cause- Wilson’s disease and acute fatty liver causes acute liver failure.
  6. Vascular disease – Such as budd- chiari syndrome causes blockage in the veins of the liver which leads to liver failure.
  7. Shock- Infection can cause impairing of blood vessels which causes liver failure.  

SIDE EFFECTS OF URSODIOL

  1. Stomach pain
  2. Nausea
  3. Tired feeling
  4. Hair loss
  5. Cough
  6. Fever
  7. Swelling in ankles and feet.
  8. Sign of infection
  9. Bleeding
  10. Signs of infection (sore throat, fever)
  11. Increased urination, thrist.   

MECHANISM OF ACTION OF URSODIOL

1. Choleretic Effect

Primary bile acids which are produced by the liver and are stored in the gallbladder, when this acid is secreted than bile acids can be metabolized by intestinal bacteria. These primary and secondary bile acids digest the fat and ursodiol regulate the cholesterol by reducing the rate of cholesterol absorption by breaking up the micelles containing cholesterol. These drugs reduce the cholesterol level in patients and are an alternative to surgery.

2. Immunomodulating effect

It reduces the immune response as phagocytosis, prolonged use of this drug has effect on whole systems throughout the body, so ursodeoxycholic acid can be toxic.

3. Anti-inflammatory effect

Ursodiol has some anti inflammatory and protective effects on gastrointestinal tract, so it is linked by immunoregulatory response of cytokines and takes active part in increased wound in colon. As bile acids are known to be tumor promoters so ursodiol has chemoprotective action.

ADVERSE EFFECTS

  1. In gastrointestinal disorder- Abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, dyspepsia.
  2. General disorders- Malaise, pyrexia, peripheral edema.
  3. Hepatobiliary disorders- Jaundice
  4. In musculoskeletal and tissue disorders- Myalgia
  5. Abnormal laboratory test- ALT increased, liver function test abnormal, blood bilirubin increased.
  6. Immune system disorder- Facial edema, urticaria ( itchy welts on skin).
  7. Respiratory, mediastinal disorders- Cough
  8. Nervous system disorder- Headache, dizziness.

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT

In ayurveda liver disease is named as yakrit vikara. Yakrit means liver and vikara refers to disorder or any disease condition. Liver disease is a condition which causes inflammation of the hepatic cells and causes damage to the liver. Liver is responsible for fat metabolism, production of proteins for blood plasma, removing bacteria from blood stream, hence liver disease is broad where liver fails to perform its designated problems. According to Sushruta, the liver is formed from blood and considered as the main site of blood.

CAUSATIVE FACTORS

  1. Alcohol intake
  2. Injury
  3. Injury
  4. Intake of spicy and beverages
  5. Night awakening.

LIVER DISORDER CLASSIFICATION

They are classified into 2 main stages

1. Reduced liver functions-

  1. Constipation
  2. Debility
  3. Coated tongue
  4. Belching
  5. Excess thirst
  6. Turbidity of urine
  7. Anemia

2. Enlarged liver

  1. Pain in joints and bones
  2. Loss of interest
  3. Constipation
  4. Pricking sensation
  5. Burning sensation
  6. Discoloration of stool
  7. Yellow color of urine
  8. Bitterness in mouth
  9. Numbness in my right shoulder.

LINE OF TREATMENT

  1. Protein rich food is advised.
  2. Patients avoid doing heavy work.

In Ayurveda

  1. Deepana
  2. Pachana
  3. Laxatives

In panchakarma vamana and virechana are lines of treatment for liver disease. As they expel kapha and pitta dosha.

  • Pathya ahara- barley, green gram, wheat, bottle gourd, turnip, mushroom, sweet potatoes.
  • Apathya ahara – Canned frozen foods, spicy food, aerated drinks, alcohol, excess use of salt.
  • Apathya vihara– Excessive walking, excessive intake of food which contains pitta, excess anger, exposure to sun, fire.

HERBS USEFUL IN LIVER DISEASE

Neem – Neem (Azadirachta indica) has a bitter and astringent taste, cold veerya, and is easy to digest. As it has laghu guna so it is easy to digest, and helps in absorbing moisture from intestines and cleans up the wound. It relieves excessive thirst as it decreases pitta dosha, which is helpful in fever. Good herb for eye disorders and relieves infection. Neem is a natural detoxifier, it enhances the lipid and protein process in the liver. The bitter taste of neem is liver friendly food.

Guduchi- Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) is a famous ayurvedic herb used in the treatment of fever, jaundice and cardiac disorder. Ir balances tridosha, and has rejuvenating properties, improves strength, relieves the burning sensation and excessive thirst. Guduchi helps in the treatment of jaundice and many liver diseases. It improves eye disorders and helps in improving eye vision.

Amalaki- Amalaki (Emblica officinalis) has guru (heavy) and sheetal (cold) gunas, has 5 rasas and sour ras is the dominant balance of all the 3 doshas. In rasayana chikitsa is used widely as an intelligence promoter. Amla is very beneficial in skin disorder and burning sensation of the body. It promotes the lifespan of the patient. It has a beneficial effect on the liver and it lessens the hyperlipidemia and metabolic syndrome effect.

Bhringraj- Bhringraj (Eclipta alba) is very beneficial to the liver as it has various antioxidants which lower the toxic effect on the liver and improves the overall function. Widely used in hair fall treatment, skin diseases. Bhringraj has katu and tikta ras, and hot veerya. Balances vata and kapha doshas. Useful in indigestion and improves the eyesight, anaemia, and in liver diseases, in asthma and relieves pain and swelling. Bhringraj detoxifies the blood, improves fertility and life expectancy.

HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA IN LIVER DISEASES

Ayurveda medicines help to treat the disease from it root and help in maintaining proper health, Planet Ayurveda is a natural brand which has been serving humanity and all the medication are prepared are under the strict surveillance of experts and medication formulated are pure and free from any animal product, resins, colors etc. Planet ayurveda provides best medication and reduces the risk of recurrence of disease and causes no side effects and the treatment is pure and planet based. Planet Ayurveda described LIVER CARE PACK for healthy liver which contains yakrit plihantak churna, liver detox capsule and many more which we will discuss as below.

PRODUCT LIST

  1. Yakrit Plihantak churna
  2. Phyllanthus niruri
  3. Echinacea capsule
  4. Liver detox capsule

PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION

Herbal Remedies for URSODIOL

Herbal Supplements for URSODIOL

1. YAKRITPLIHANTAK CHURNA

Is herbal mixture used to improve liver function which is formulated by planet ayurveda using ingredients like Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) , Kasani (Cichorium intybus),  Bhringraj (Eclipta alba),  Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri), and many more. It helps to eliminate the toxins from the liver. Giloy used in this mixture helps to act as immunomodulator and rectify the metabolism of liver. It is beneficial in hormonal imbalance and pitta disorders. It helps in regeneration of damaged liver cells.

Dosage– 1 teaspoon twice daily with plain water after meals.

2. Phyllanthus niruri

Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri ) is capsule formulation prepared by planet Ayurveda used in the treatment of liver, and acts as blood purifier in hepatosplenomegaly condition. It is good for treating diarrhea and dysentery. In women these capsules are beneficial in menorrhagia and leucorrhea. Bhumi amla acts as a digestant, liver stimulant, and has the property of a good appetite stimulant. Beneficial in cough, asthma, jaundice and in enlargement of liver

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

3. Echinacea capsules

These capsules are formulated by planet ayurveda used in liver and kidney diseases. It is a natural blood cleanser which removes toxins like urea, uric acid, creatinine from blood and improves the function of liver and kidney. It builds the resistance against cold and infections and increases the number of white blood cells which is helpful in fighting cancer cells. These capsules are advised in cases of vaginal yeast infections, urinary tract infection and bronchitis.

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

4. Liver Detox Capsule-

These capsules are formulated by planet ayurveda using ingredients like Katuki (Picrorhiza kurroa), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) and many more. These are beneficial in restoring and enhancing liver functions, This capsule acts as by converting and neutralizing the toxins which don’t harm liver cells. These capsules can be used on a regular basis for the proper functioning of the liver.

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

CONCLUSION

In this article we studied in detail about the liver and its functioning. In ayurveda it is co-related by yakrit Vikara. Liver is responsible for fat metabolism, production of proteins for blood plasma, removing bacteria from blood stream, hence liver disease is broad where liver fails to perform its designated problems. Ursodiol is a class of medications known as gallstone dissolution as it slows down the production of cholesterol and dissolves the bile to prevent bile stones and decreases the toxic level and reduces the chance of liver transplantation. Later we discussed LIVER CARE PACK which is formulated by planet ayurveda which provided great relief to patients with no side effects.