Madhumukta (Liquid & Tablet)

Madhumukta (Liquid & Tablet)

(Improves Pancreatic Function – Useful in Diabetic Complications)

Introduction to Diabetes:
    Imbalance of sugar/carbohydrates metabolism is diabetes. The food stuff is converted to essential sugar for caloric utilization of the body. Insulin, a hormone secreted by the pancreas plays a key role in this conversion. It aids the sugar in the form of Glycogen to get stored in the liver. In case the blood sugar level drops, the glycogen is reconverted to sugar. This is how it helps to prevent hypoglycemia and related symptoms. In diabetics, the production of insulin is deficient or completely clogged. Inadequate production of insulin ends up in increased blood sugar and finally settles diabetes.

Causes:
• Sedentary lifestyle
• Excess consumption of milk and dairy products
• Derivatives of sugarcane in excess
• Consuming flesh of aquatic animals beyond certain limits
• Newly harvested grains repeatedly
• Items which increase Kapha

Symptoms:
• Increased frequency of urine
• Fatigue
• Constant feeling of thirst
• Burning micturition
• Sudden loss of weight

Types of Diabetes:
• Juvenile diabetes or Insulin dependent diabetes (Also called Type 1 or IDD)
• Acquired diabetes or Non-insulin dependent diabetes (Type 2 / NIDD)
• Gestational diabetes

After effects of diabetes:
• Coronary artery disease
• Diseases of Central Nervous System
• Renal disease
• Ophthalmic (retinal) disease
• Disease of the feet
• Ear diseases
• Skin disorders
• Deterioration of cognitive functions
• Increase in Cholesterol, triglycerides
• Incidence of atherosclerosis

Mechanism of action:
• Stimulating insulin
• Preventing carbohydrate absorption
• Metabolizing the dietary intake
• Burning excess calories
• Gradually reducing blood sugar level
• Improving the glucose tolerance
• Preventing onslaught of free radicals

MADHUMUKTA - Liquid
Each 10 ml Liquid contain extracts derived from:
Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Meshshringi (Gymnema sylvestre), Nimb Leaf (Azadirachta indica), Saptarangi (Casearia esculenta) Each 250 mg; Amalaki (Phyllanthus emblica), Bilva Leaf (Aegle marmelos), Haridra (Curcuma longa), Jamun Seed (Eugenia jambolana), Karvellak (Momordica charantia), Kiratikta (Swertia chirata), Kulinjan (Alpinia galanga), Trivrut Root (Operculina turpethum), Vijaysar (Pterocarpus marsupium), Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra) Each 125 mg

Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) : This herb is a master-key for treating diabetes. There are many herbs to reduce blood sugar but very few contribute to improve the function of pancreas. Guduchi ranks top in this segment. It is proven remedy to treat diabetic retinopathies, neuropathies, gastropathies, nephropathies, diabetic foot injuries, diabetic complications associated with CNS, onslaught on the liver, heart, cholesterol, diabetic seminal weakness, osteoporosis etc. The clinical miraculous effect of this herb is that it can even prevent the effect of diabetes on foetal development. Insulin is secreted by ß cells in the pancreas whereas some autoimmune cells destroy them and trigger the disease. This herb has some exclusive properties to deactivate the autoimmune cells and thereby help to improve the insulin secretion.

Meshshringi (Gemnema sylvestere) : The herb is also termed as Gudmar where ‘Gud’ indicates sweet and ‘Mar’ indicates antagonist activity. Therefore the word ‘Gudmar’ indicates the activity as “antagonist of sweet”. The herb acts by different modes. 1) It regenerates the cells of islets of langerhans in the pancreas. 2) Increases the secretion of insulin. 3) Prevents the absorption of sugar from at the intestinal level. 4) The converted glucose from glycogen is utilized by the muscles and thereby helps to maintain the blood sugar level up to the desired healthy level.

Nimb Leaf (Azadirachta indica) : Neem reduces the requirement of insulin from 60 to 70%, hence it is especially effective in insulin dependent diabetes. Diabetes causes hardness in the blood vessels termed as atherosclerosis. This condition obstructs the oxygenated blood flow to the vital organs of the body which may lead to gangrene and finally amputation. The property of Neem improves the circulation and minimizes the chances of such consequence. Diabetes also complicates many skin disorders. The effect of Neem in treating skin ailments is known to every Indian.

Saptarangi (Casearia esculenta) : The herb, Casearia esculenta is especially effective in treating Insulin resistance (IR), which also aids the uptake of blood sugar by the muscular tissue and helps in lowering the blood sugar levels. The increased sugar causes onslaught of free radicals on the organs like liver, kidneys and retina. The antioxidants in this herb are capable to prevent this attack and protect these vital organs.

Amalaki (Phyllanthus emblica) : The fruit is a natural source of vitamin C which imparts supreme immunity. Regular consumption of this fruit reduces the fasting, postprandial blood sugar and also glycosylated hemoglobin. Apart from that, it has lipid lowering effect which checks the increased cholesterol and triglycerides.

Bilwa patra (Aegle marmelos) : Diabetic neuropathies cause severe pain in various areas of the body. The leaves of this herb are especially effective in treating the neuropathies and keep a check on the tenderness. Apart from this, it is also effective in preventing the diabetic nephropathies and prevent the formation of early cataract, which is a consequence of diabetes.

Haridra (Curcuma longa) : It is a common culinary item found in every house in India and recognized as Haldi or turmeric. Its use in cancer, inflammations, blood occlusion due to thrombus, atherosclerosis, neuro-protection, memory enhancement, Parkinson’s disease, osteo-arthritis, coronary artery disease, infection, ageing disorder, psoriasis and epilepsy have been strongly documented. In case of pregnancy, it is effective in proper closure of the neural tube and thereby protect the consequences like spina bifida.

Jamun seeds (Syzygium cumini) : This fruit is considered to be very useful in diabetics. Practically, the seeds of this fruit are benefitting, not the pulp or juice. The pulp and juice increase the blood sugar level and can create a serious situation for diabetics. The use of seeds in treating diabetes is well known since long time. In fact, the hypoglycemic activity of these seeds was known even before insulin was discovered. It is studied that Jamun seeds increase the insulin level in the blood by three times and also keeps check on serum cholesterol.

Karela (Momordica charantia) : This fruit stimulates the secretion of insulin from pancreas, prevents the absorption of glucose from the intestine and also improves the uptake by muscles. This 3 way action plays a useful role in the treatment of diabetes.

Kirattikta (Swertia chirata) : Whether a case of diabetes or not, dropping blood sugar level below 70 mg/dl is called hypoglycemia. Care must always be taken to prevent arriving to such situation, particularly while treating diabetes. Hypoglycemia can lead to symptoms like mental confusion, giddiness, tremors, appetite, headache, mental irritability, bradycardia, palpitation, pallor, profuse sweating, and weakness. This herb has a peculiar property that it reduces the blood sugar level but doesn’t allow to drop below normal level.

Kulinjan (Alpinia galanga) : Apart from hypoglycemic activity, this herb imparts protective effect of free radicals generated due to diabetes on the kidneys and keeps check cholesterol levels.

Trivrut (Operculina turpethum) : The complications of diabetes include burning palms and feet, indigestion, constipation and dryness of throat. This herb is effective in tackling these symptoms.

Vijaysar (Pterocarpus marsupium) : It improves the absorption of sugar from circulating blood to the muscles which lowers the blood sugar levels. This absorption improves muscular strength, overcomes fatigue, muscular weakness, cramps and restores energy level. It also enhances the insulin secretion, controls blood lipid levels and thereby manages various aspects of diabetes.

Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra) : Out of thousands of herbs from the nature’s treasury, very few herbs are sweet in taste, one of which is Yashtimadhu. It will be shocking to know that how sweet herb could be acting on diabetes. Yashtimadhu contains an active principle named as Amorfrutin. Current research at the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Genetics in Berlin has found that Liquorice root contains amorfrutins. Amorfrutins exhibit anti-inflammatory properties, decrease blood sugar levels and above all they accomplish this without significant adverse effects. Amofrutins were found to bind and activate a nuclear receptor protein (peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARγ)) that affects glucose and lipid metabolism; important factors in type 2 Diabetes.

MADHUMUKTA Tablets 
Each coated tablet contains powders of :
Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), Devdar (Cedrus deodara), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Jamun Seed (Eugenia jambolana), Karvellak (Momordica charantia), Nagarmotha (Cyperus rotundus), Triphala Each 75 mg; Micronized and Potentised with Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) Q. S.

Brief action of the ingredients in Madhumukta tablets :
Apart from Guduchi, Jamun seed and Karela, the tablets contain few additional ingredients like Daruharidra, Devdar, Nagarmotha and Triphala. The therapeutic activities of these herbs along with a nanonizing manufacturing technique are the special attributes in case of tablets. Triturating the composition with active herbal ingredient potentizes the formula and contributes to its dynamic clinical profile. The ingredients in liquid and tablets are different and their mode of action is also different. Hence they can’t be taken as a substitute for each other. The tablets contain volatile oils which could not be incorporated in liquid as they may lose the properties due to boiling. Diabetics are recommended to use both simultaneously for achieving optimum benefits.

Daruharidra (Berberis aristata) : The herb is helpful in controlling hyperglycemia and simultaneously maintains the equilibrium of serum lipids. LDL and HDL are the two types of lipids in the body. In relation to cardiac health, LDL (Low Density Lipoproteins also called as Bad Cholesterol) should be less than 100 mg/deciliter. There are many herbs effective in lowering the LDL but only few can increase HDL (High Density Lipoproteins or Good Cholesterol). The HDL should be more than 60 mg/dl and surprisingly Daruharidra (Berberis aristata) possesses this unique property. Hence this herb is a boon to diabetics to prevent circulatory complications and thereby protect the heart.

Deodar (Cedrus deodara) : Generally liver problem is always correlated to alcoholism. But diabetes also has a serious impact on liver causing Fatty liver. This herb has immense potential to repair fatty liver due to diabetes. SGOT, SGPT, Cholesterol, Triglycerides are the biochemical parameters to determine liver health and this herb brings all these parameters to normal level. Apart from this, this herb possesses supreme antioxidant properties.

Nagarmotha (Cyperus rotundus) : The mode of action of this herb is quite different. Due to Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors and Alfa Amylase inhibitors, it allows the absorption of dietary sugars in the blood very slowly. Hence, it role in post-prandial sugar control is significant. In such situation, the dietary carbohydrate gives stimulation to the insulin for longer duration. Burning palms, feet, indigestion, obesity and prevention from infection are special attributes of this herb.

Triphala (Equal quantities of 3 herbs viz. Haritaki, Bibhitaki and Amalaki) : Apart from sugar lowering property, there are many hidden benefits in this composition. The outstanding properties are supreme antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-pyretic, analgesic, anti-bacterial, anti-mutagenic, wound healing, anti-cancer, anti-depressant, anti-ageing, radio-protective etc. The said composition is popularly used to treat constipation, anorexia, hyperacidity and for improving vision.

Indications:
• Known Type 2 Diabetics
• Those having family history of diabetes
• Those with pre-diabetic symptoms
• Gestational diabetes
• Type 1 diabetics to minimize the Insulin requirement
• Obese individuals to keep check on weight
• Individuals with hypercholesterolemia

Diet & Lifestyle recommendations:
• Avoid sugar based products
• Avoid milk and dairy products
• Refrain from newly harvested grains
• Perform moderate and regular exercise
• Avoid flesh of aquatic animals
• Items which increase Kapha
• Do not sleep during day time, particularly after meals
• Wake up early in the morning
• Avail low-fat diet

Dosage: 
MADHUMUKTA Liquid 15 ml twice daily with 2 tablets of MADHUMUKTA Tablets on empty stomach. Skip the daily dose once in a week or as directed by the physician. The dosage may be adjusted/ modified as per the severity of the disorder.

WHY WEEKLY OFF?
Consuming any medicine daily for long time reduces the therapeutic effect as the body becomes used to and reduces the response to the medication. Keeping a weekly off, triggers the activity with improved efficacy.

PRECAUTIONS:
Do not stop the previous medication abruptly. Keep an eye on the sugar levels regularly. If the blood sugar level drops, it may lead to hypoglycemia. Hence it is always advised to keep a pouch of glucose or a chocolate for tackling the situation. Consuming MADHUMUKTA after meals may seldom cause hyperacidity. Hence, it is recommended before meals with more dilution with cold water. Experiencing hyperacidity is indeed a sign of positive action of the formula. After all pancreatic enzymes are also a derivatives of Pitta according to Ayurveda.

Presentation: 
Tablet: 120 tablets
Liquid: 500 ml & 1000 ml PET bottle

Vaatmukta (Tablet & Liniment)

Vaatmukta (Tablet & Liniment)

(Effective Regime for Pains and Inflammations)

Introduction to Pains & Inflammations
       Ayurveda has classified 3 symptoms “Pain, Burning and Itching” and given 3 best vehicles to treat them. They are Oil, Ghee and Honey respectively. As per the etiological factors and their nature of origin, these symptoms have been classified as Vaat, Pitta and Kapha predominance in the given order. Hence, Oil is considered as the best regime to treat all kinds of aches, pain, swellings, inflammations, tenderness and throbbing. Based on this scientific principle, Akshay has formulated VAATMUKTA brand in the form of Tablets for oral consumption & Liniment for local treatment over the inflamed tissues.

Causes:
• Indigestion
• Ageing
• Auto-immune disorder
• Genetics
• Overweight
• Previous injury
• Occupational hazards
• Sports related injuries
• Illness or Infection

Symptoms:
• Pain and Swelling in the joints
• Morning stiffness
• Heaviness of the body
• Feeling of heat around the affected joints
• Fever, Indigestion
• Lack of Sweating

Mechanism of action:
• Release of Anti-inflammatory agents from the system
• Eliminating the Endotoxins
• Imparting Thermogenic effect to the surrounding area
• Providing lubrication and mobility to the Musculo-skeletal system
• Regulating digestive process

         VAATMUKTA tablets possess potent disease modifying activity, specific anti-arthritic, anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. Leukotrines and Prostaglandins are hormone like components in the body playing key role in the process of initiating pain and inflammations. Sallaki is a proven Leukotrine inhibitory ingredient and Guggul has prostaglandin inhibitory action. This is yet additional strength of VAATMUKTA tablets. It also helps in controlling body weight which plays a major role in aggravating the arthritic symptoms. Composition in tablet regulates digestive process to modify the endotoxins which is a root cause of rheumatoid arthritis. Hadjoda prevents crippling by supporting regeneration of healthy cartilages and strengthens the surrounding musculature.

        VAATMUKTA Liniment possesses deep penetrating property for improving mobility and flexibility. It does not contain any artificial base like petroleum / paraffin etc. 100% pure Sesame Oil is used as the base, having the most superior access and Vaata pacifying activity. VAATMUKTA Liniment possesses manifold anti-inflammatory activity than the popular balms or irritant liniments.

Vaatmukta (Tablets)
       Each coated tablet contains powders of:
Devdar (Cedrus deodara), Erandmool (Ricinus communis), Hadjoda (Cessus quadrangularis) Each 100 mg; Shallaki gum (Boswellia serrata), Shuddha Guggul (Balsamodendron mukul) Each 50 mg; Shuddha Kuchala (Strychnous Nux-vomica) 25 mg; Micronized and Potentised with Erand mool (Ricinus communis) Q.S.

Properties of individual ingredients:
Deodar (Cedrus deodara): Lipoxygenase plays a key role in the process of inflammation and this herb has an established lipoxygenase inhibitory activity. Further, it has a pronounced pain controlling activity.

Erandmool (Ricinus communis): Ayurveda states “आमवातगजेन्द्रस्य शरीरवनचारिणः l एक एव निहन्ताऽयमैरण्डस्नेहकेसरी ll” which means, “For an intoxicated elephant called Amavata (Rheumatoid Arthritis) dwelling and destroying the garden called body at will, there is only one controller and that is a Lion named Eranda Sneha (Castor oil).”

Diclofenac Sodium is a known analgesic in modern medicine. It is effective in pain management of even unknown etiology. The comparative study of therapeutic activity WRT Erandmool and Diclofenac Sodium was performed. Erandmool was proved to be equally effective and safe.

Haadjoda (Cessus quadrangularis): Ayurveda mentions that an individual should perform exercise only up to his half capacity of his physical strength. If it exceeds the defined limit, the result is erosion and swelling of the joints. Due to ignorance, some young people perform such painstaking exercise for rapid weight loss or body building and eventually suffer from arthritis. It is researched that this herb is amazingly effective in restructuring the joint erosion in such cases.

Shallaki (Boswellia serrata): The gum of this herb is used as an active ingredient. Boswellic acid is the dynamic constituent of this gum. It is clinically proved and established that Boswellic acid helps to limit the inflammation, pain and improves mobility in very short period. It helps in both, Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid arthritis as it inhibits Leukotrienes and Prostaglandins, the key elements responsible for inflammatory disorders.

Shuddha Guggul (Balsamodendron mukul): It’s again a gum derived from the said plant. It is not only anti-inflammatory but specially identified as anti-arthritic. It is also effective in balancing the lipid levels in the blood and an established ingredient for weight management. Its dual utility is amazing because of the weight lowering effect and anti-arthritic activity. Practically, reducing body weight also helps to lower the damage on the joints. It has proven Prostaglandin inhibitory activity.

Shuddha Kuchala (Strychnous nux-vomica): It is an excellent and rapid acting regimen for pain management, however it is poisonous too. In this sequel, it proves the dictum “Poison can be as effective as nectar if used intelligently and nectar can be as harmful as poison if used without proper knowledge”. Ayurveda has described an authentic process for purification to eliminate the toxic element and fortify the active medicinal constituent. Strychnine and Brucine are the two toxic elements in this herb. Strychnine is highly poisonous.

          The said purification process removes the Strychnine and converts Brucine into Isobrucine which is an incredible painkiller. It acts as a local analgesic and also effective in controlling the pain receptors in the brain (CNS). After appropriate purification, the hidden constructive benefits also become apparent. It helps to sharpen memory, improves humoral immunity, corrects the liver function, reduces the relapse of epileptic seizures, effective in some types of cancers, corrects digestion and also helps to purge the snake venom. It is highly recommended in Rheumatoid arthritis owing to the property to achieve stability of physiological status.

Vaatmukta (Liniment):
Each 10 ml liniment contains:
Mahamasha Tel, Narayan Tel Each 2 ml; Vishagarbha Tel, Gandhapuro Tel (Gaultheria fragrantissima) Each 3 ml

Properties of individual ingredients 
Mahamasha Tel: This is an age old formula recommended in Paralysis, Stiffness in jaws, Facial paralysis, Neck pain, Stiffness in joints, Diseases of the back bone (Spondylosis), Blunt injuries, Rheumatoid and Osteoarthritis. Its special therapeutic role in treating old-age degenerative diseases is promising.

Narayan Tel: This is traditionally used in body-ache due to long distance travelling, Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Gout, diseases of the back bone (Spondylosis) and especially recommended for strengthening the skeletal bones.

Gandhapura Tel (Indian Wintergreen oil): The plant remains evergreen even in the snowfall, hence called Wintergreen. The yellowish aromatic oil derived from this plant is used worldwide. It contains Methyl salicylate, a renowned painkiller. It smells like eucalyptus oil, recommended for external use only. It imparts warmth when applied on the skin, improves subcutaneous blood circulation and helps in pain management. It should not be used on delicate skin, cracked skin, infective skin diseases and should be kept away from eye contact.

Indications:
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Osteoarthris
• Sciatica
• Gout
• Spondylosis – Cervical & Lumbar
• Myalgia
• Myofibrositis, Tendinitis
• Back-ache, Neck pain and Lumbar pain of unknown cause

Diet & Lifestyle recommendations:
• Avail roasted grains, light diet
• Avail Wheat, Barley, Kulthi, Ginger, Garlic etc.
• Avoid cold items for external use and for internal consumption as well
• Avoid sleeping at least 2 hours after meals
• Do not suppress Sweating
• Perform moderate but regular exercise
• Keep check on body weight

Dosage:
• Acute Phase: 2 tablets t.i.d.
• Maintenance: 2 tablets b.i.d.
• Liniment: For external application and gentle massage, as and when required. For better results, fomentation is recommended after the massage.
The dosage may be adjusted/ modified as per the severity of the disorder.

Presentation:
Tablet: Pack of 40 coated tablets
Liniment: 100 ml PET bottle

ARTHRITIS – FROM AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE

ARTHRITIS – FROM AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE

At least 50% people suffer from joint pain after the age of 50. There are many types of Arthritis noticed during childhood but the intensity is mild and mostly they are self limiting. Arthritis during young age and maturity onset are more distressing and needs proper attention. Hence we have focused in the area of maturity onset Arthritis and elaborating in easy and convincing language. The information not only covers medication but also the causes, after effects, regimes for prevention, diet, lifestyle and much more.
What is Arthralgia? How it initiates?
Arthralgia means pain in joints, whereas Arthritis is a condition where heat (calor), pain (dolor), redness (rubor), and swelling (tumor) are the chief symptoms. Arthritis is conventionally called as “Sandhi-Vaata”, where Sandhi means joints and Vata is the inflammatory condition.
Ayurveda has classified the age into 3 groups. Childhood is Kapha predominant, Youth is Pitta predominant and old age is Vata predominant. Accordingly, the occurrence of diseases are also mainly as per the predominance of these doshas. In childhood, diseases of Kapha are experienced more, Pitta diseases in the youth and Vata diseases in the old age.
Ayurveda has further classified the parts of the body in 3 sections. From chest and above part is the seat of Kapha, between chest and umbilicus is the seat of Pitta and below the naval is the seat of Vata diseases. As per the theory of Ayurveda, the symptoms of Kapha – Pitta – Vaata are Itching, Burning and Pain respectively.
In consideration to all these principles, Arthritis is a condition in old age, mainly representing pain and that too in the lower parts of the body. Practically there are over 350 joints in the body but the maximum symptoms are spotted in the lower parts which include lumbar area and lower limbs. The simple reason here is that all these joints are weight bearing and are more predisposed to wear and tear.
Ayurveda has also explained the vulnerability to joints only as -
"तत्रास्थिनि स्थितो वायुः पित्तं तु स्वेदरक्त्योः श्लेष्मा शेषेषु . . . ”
Meaning – Physiologically, the bones accommodate Vata, Blood accommodates Pitta & sweat and all the rest tissues accommodate Kapha. Hence the part of the bones involving maximum movements is attacked by inflammatory disorders.
Causes of Arthritis –
There are 2 commonest disorders associated in the area of Arthritis; Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Ayurveda has defined them as “Sandhi-Vaata and Aama-Vaata” respectively. No doubt, in both the conditions, arthralgia is a common symptom but it is essential to have a clear idea about both the diseases. Symptoms of Sandhi-Vaata or Osteoarthritis are confined to specific joints whereas Aama-Vaata includes systemic disorders and changing location of the inflamed joints. Sandhi-Vaata or Osteoarthritis is the sequel of Vaata imbalance whereas Aama-Vaata is due to imbalance of many functional components. Sandhi-Vaata or Osteoarthritis settles due to aggravation of Vaata in old age, predisposition of Vaata seat towards the joints, wrong food habits and lifestyle, lack of adequate exercise, excess consumption of cold beverages, over weight and genetic predisposition.
Aama-Vaata is an altogether different and serious entity where one should know the concept of ‘Aama’ for proper understanding. Madhav-Nidan, a classic of Ayurvedic etiology, has explained it in an appropriate manner:
विरुद्धाहारचेष्टस्य मन्दाग्नेर्निश्चलस्य च ।
स्निग्धं भुक्तवतो ह्यन्नं व्यायामं कुर्वतस्तथा ।।
वायुना प्रेरितो ह्यामः श्लेष्मस्थानं प्रधावति ।
तेनात्यर्थं विदग्धोऽसौ धमनीः प्रतिपद्यते ।।
वातपित्तकफैर्भूयो दूषितः सोऽन्नजो रसः ।स्रोतांस्यभिष्यन्दयति नानावर्णोऽतिपिच्छिलः ।।
जनयत्याशु दौर्बल्यं गौरवं हृदयस्य च l व्याधीनामाश्रयो ह्येष आमसंज्ञोऽतिदारुणः ।।
Meaning:
Erroneous food habits, inadequate digestive strength, lack of exercise, rigorous exercise after consuming heavy and fatty diet leads to a toxic indigestible constituent termed as “Aama”. This Aama combines with Vaata and rushes to the areas of Kapha. Further, it gets absorbed in the digestive channels contaminating body fluids, Vaata, Kapha and Pitta leading to cause slummy and varied colouration. All this pathogenic amalgam sets in the place of Kapha in the joints (Synovial sacs) and a clinical picture of Aama-Vaata sets on. It is difficult to comprehend this patho-physiology explained by Ayurveda. In brief, to prevent Aama-Vaata, one should avoid performing exercise after consuming heavy and fatty diet.
Pain and Inflammation - Special Information-
Cold temperature aggravates pain and warmth helps to reduce it. Mild fomentation also even helps to reduce pain if a child is mildly injured while playing on ground. Fomentation with Hot Water Bag or Infrared light for back-ache, lumbar pain is a popular household first-aid. For quick relief, applying medicated massage oil or a liniment and then fomentation is recommended. In an extremely cold climate, a mild trauma generates excruciating pain but the same intensity of trauma is relatively tolerable if the climate is warm. Usually doctors recommend applying ice on any kind of blunt injury because it is essential to seize the capillary oozing to prevent swelling and hematoma. Immediately after the trauma, the part gets anesthetized and the pain is minimized. After some time, only fomentation helps to reduce the pain. Cold compression doesn’t help in such situation.
5 symptoms of Inflammation –
1. Local warmth
2. Redness
3. Pain/ tenderness
4. Increased size/ swelling
5. Restricted movements
Pathophysiology of Inflammation –
Human body has a lipid like component called arachidonic acid. During inflammatory process, the oxidative stress in this is increased leading to two way signaling. Prostaglandins are formed through Cyclooxygenase (COX) and through 5-lipoxygenase, Leukotrines are formed. Prostaglandins contain many chemicals leading to increased vascularity, pain, inflammation, redness and tenderness. The chemical LTB4 from Leukotrines concentrates the dead WBCs at the injured part causing inflammation. Therefore keeping check on Prostaglandines and Leukotrines is the main stream treatment for treating inflammations. The significance of this theory will help to understand the treatment.
The primordial symptoms of Arthritis –
Before Arthritis sets on, following symptoms are noticed. Typical sound called ‘crepitus’ and intolerance to sustain pressure on a particular joint. If untreated, the symptoms aggravate and the disease progresses. In case of Rheumatoid Arthritis, body ache, anorexia, excessive thirst, fatigue, feeling of heaviness in the whole body, fever, indigestion and inflammation on joints are evident.
Main symptoms of Arthritis -
OSTEOARTHRITIS:
1. Mainly arises in the old age and aggravates as the age grows. Usually doesn’t settle in young age even after any trauma.
2. Incidence is very high compared to the population.
3. The cartilage wears off and the bones generate rubbing sound (crepitus) over each other.
4. The symptoms are restricted to the joints, without any systemic ailment.
5. The inflammation is less but pain is more confined to weight bearing joints like knees, lower back and back bones.
6. The swelling is stable on affected joints without changing the location.
7. There are spurs around the affected joints.
8. Absence of subcutaneous nodules (as in R.A.)
9. Incidence is equal in both sexes.
10. Ageing, Genetic inheritance, trauma, excess body weight, deficiency of hormones, muscular weaknesses are common contributing factors.
11. Pain and swelling increases gradually without shifting the site.
12. Morning stiffness and pain reduces after movements but aggravates after more exertion.
13. There are hardly other symptoms except pain and inflammation on the affected joints.
14. Except inflamed and painful joints, there is no systemic involvement which would lessen the life span.
RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS:
1. Can occur at very young age, but more during the age between 30 and 50 years.
2. Incidence is low compared to the population.
3. The pathology sets in the synovial sac however the cartilage is intact.
4. Associated symptoms like Fever, whole body swelling (Anasarca), heaviness in chest, lung disease, ophthalmic diseases etc. are common.
5. Symptoms like inflammation, pain, redness and warmth are prominent on phalanges, toes and wrist joints.
6. The location of swelling is shifting from one joint to another which may involve about 30 joints.
7. If not treated in time, may lead to permanent crippling and disabilities.
8. Subcutaneous nodules are noticed in about 20 to 30% cases.
9. Females are affected 3 times more compared to males.
10. It’s an autoimmune disease causing onslaught on synovial sac.
11. Can fulminate or regress without any reason and can involve many joints at a time.
12. Morning stiffness is long lasting seldom for the entire day.
13. Constant feeling of illness with fever, severe weakness and muscular pain. The chances of cardiac illness and cancer are more.
14. Due to systemic involvement and complications thereof, the lifespan may lessen eventually.
DIET AND LIFESTYLE:
The master key of prevention is to refrain from the causative factors. Lower the body weight lesser the chances of illness and more the body weight more susceptibility to diseases. This is true not only about Arthritis, but in general this statement is an established truth. Slim individuals are relatively healthy, in case of any illness, they respond fast to the treatment, the complications are negligible, span of treatment requirement is less and lastly the lifespan is also more compared to obese individuals. Hence, the food intake should be ‘slightly less’ than ‘slightly more’.
Rigorous workout may lead to tissue damage and deteriorate overall health. Therefore moderate exercise with regularity is of immense value. Without falling prey to temptations of glamorous advertisements, one should avoid taking ice-creams, cold drinks and fast-food etc.
Nature has designated specific movement to each joint, hence it is essential to operate the joint at least 5 times daily in that manner. For example, the wrist joint can perform 5 movements as follows:
1. Flexion
2. Extension
3. Adduction
4. Abduction
5. Clockwise rotation
6. Anti-clockwise rotation
VERSATILE TREATMENT OF ARTHRITIS:
Arthritis can be treated by 2 ways, oral medication and local application. Now let us understand how VAATMUKTA Tablets and Liniment help to treat Arthritis.
VAATMUKTA TABLETS:
Composition:
Deodar (Cedrus deodara), Erandmool (Ricinus communis), Haadjoda (Cessus quadrangularis), Shallaki gum (Boswellia serrata), Shuddha Guggul (Balsamodendron mukul), Shuddha Kuchala (Strychnous Nux-vomica)
DEODAR (CEDRUS DEODARA):
Lipoxygenase plays a key role in the process of inflammation and this herb has an established lipoxygenase inhibitory activity. Further, it has a pronounced pain controlling activity.
ERANDMOOL (RICINUS COMMUNIS): Diclofenac Sodium is a known analgesic in modern medicine. It is effective in pain management of even unknown etiology. The comparative study of its therapeutic activity was performed and was proved to be equally effective.
Ayurveda also mentions a verse “आमवातगजेन्द्र स्य शरीरवनचारिणःl एक एव निहन्ताऽयमैरण्डस्नेहकेसरी ll”
which means, “For an intoxicated elephant called Amavata (Rheumatoid Arthritis) dwelling and destroying the garden called body at will, there is only one controller and that is a Lion named Eranda Sneha(Castor oil).”
HAADJODA (CESSUS QUADRANGULARIS): Ayurveda mentions that an individual should perform exercise only up to his half the capacity of his physical strength. If it exceeds the defined limit, the result is erosion and swelling of the joints. Due to ignorance, some young people perform such painstaking exercise for rapid weight loss or body building and eventually suffer from arthritis. It is researched that this herb is amazingly effective in restructuring the joint erosion.
SHALLAKI GUM (BOSWELLIA SERRATA): The gum of this herb is used as an active ingredient. Boswellic acid is the dynamic constituent of this gum. It is clinically proved and established that Boswellic acid helps to limit the inflammation, pain and improves mobility in very short period. It helps in both, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis as it inhibits Leukotrienes and Prostaglandins, the key elements responsible for inflammatory disorders.
SHUDDHA GUGGUL (BALSAMODENDRON MUKUL): It’s again a gum derived from the said plant. It is not only anti-inflammatory but specially identified as anti-arthritic. It is also effective in balancing the lipid levels in the blood and an established ingredient for weight management. Its dual utility is amazing because of the weight lowering effect and anti-arthritic activity. Practically, reducing body weight also helps to lower the damage on the joints. It has proven Prostaglandin inhibitory activity.
SHUDDHA KUCHALA (STRYCHNOUS NUX-VOMICA): It is a poisonous herb. It proves the dictum “Poison can be as effective as nectar if used intelligently and nectar can be as harmful as poison if used without proper knowledge”. Ayurveda has described an authentic process to purify this herb and eliminate the toxic element and fortify the active medicinal constituent. Strychnine and Brucine are the two toxic elements where Strychnine is highly poisonous. The purification process described in Ayurveda, removes the Strychnine and converts Brucine into Isobrucine which is an incredible painkiller. It acts as a local analgesic and also effective in controlling the pain receptors in the brain (CNS). After appropriate purification, the hidden constructive benefits also become apparent. It helps to sharpen memory, improves humoral immunity, corrects the liver function, reduces the relapse of epilepsy attacks, effective in some types of cancers, corrects digestion and also helps to purge the snake venom.
VAATMUKTA LINIMENT
Composition:
Vishagarbha Tel, Mahamasha Tel, Narayan Tel and Gandhapura Tel (Indian Wintergreen oil)
VISHAGARBHA TEL:
The most important ingredient of this oil is Shuddha Kuchala (Strychnous Nux-vomica). As seen in the description of tablets, it is equally effective as an external application. Sciatica, Headache, Pain in the Bones, Tinitus, Muscle wasting, Body-ache due to excessive walking, Paralysis, Stiffness in jaws are some of the important indications for this generic oil formula. It should not be used on delicate skin, cracked skin, infective skin diseases, children and pregnant women.
MAHAMASHA TEL:
This is an age old formula recommended in Paralysis, Stiffness in jaws, facial paralysis, Neck pain, Stiffness in joints, Diseases of the back bone (Spondylosis), Blunt injuries, Rheumatoid and osteoarthritis. Its special therapeutic role in treating old-age degenerative diseases is promising. It is used various treatment modalities like body massage, nasal medication, powering over the head (Shiro-dhara), Enema (Basti) and also for oral consumption.
NARAYAN TEL:
This is traditionally used in body-ache due to lon distance travelling, Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Gout, diseases of the back bone (Spondylosis) and especially recommended for strengthening the skeletal bones. It is also used for body massage, nasal medication, powering over the head (Shiro-dhara), Enema (Basti) and also for oral consumption.
GANDHAPURA TEL (Indian Wintergreen oil):
The plant remains evergreen even in the snowfall, hence called Wintergreen. The yellowish aromatic oil derived from this plant is used worldwide. It contains Methyl salicylate, a renowned painkiller. It smells like eucalyptus oil, recommended for external use only. It imparts warmth when applied on the skin, improves subcutaneous blood circulation and helps in pain management. It should not be used on delicate skin, cracked skin, infective skin diseases and should be kept away from eye contact.
WHO SHOULD TAKE VAATMUKTA?
One should not attempt searching for water after getting thirsty. Similarly, the treatment for Arthritis should be initiated as soon as the prodromal symptoms are seen. The initial symptoms like crepitus, mild pain should not be ignored.
VAATMUKTA should be started in low doses to avoid exacerbation of the disease and further complications like joint replacement, keeping in mind that prevention is better than cure.
Pregnant women and children below 6 years should not use this unless recommended by the doctor.
Pain, Inflammation, Back-ache, Lumbar pain, Frozen shoulder, Sciatica and other inflammatory disorders can be easily treated with VAATMUKTA tablets and Liniment.
Dosage:
Tablets: 2 – 2 tablets on empty stomach with warm water
Liniment: Massage over the affected area and fomentation, twice daily.
PRECAUTIONS:
Rarely the oral treatment may cause mild hyperacidity. In that case, the tablets may be taken after meals. Liniment should not be used in pregnancy, particularly on the abdominal area. In childhood, the skin is very delicate and may react after applying the liniment.
It should not be used on delicate skin, cracked skin, infective skin diseases and should be kept away from eye contact.
This article is for the general information of the readers. It is always good to consult the doctor and avoid self medication.
Author
Dr. Santosh Jalukar

AKSHAY PHARMA REMEDIES (INDIA) PVT. LTD.

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ChaturMaah (Coated Tablets):

ChaturMaah (Coated Tablets):

ChaturMaah is recommended for female partner during 4th month of pregnancy.

Gestational diabetes and hypertension are very common in this phase. Owing to mild hypoglycemic, supreme antioxidant and the property of supporting stream of immunoglobulins, the composition benefits foetal nourishment and maternal care both.

It is safe, time tested and made exclusively from herbal ingredients.

Composition:
Each coated tablet contains:
Shwet Sariva (Hemidesmus indicus), Krishna Sariva (Ichnocarpus frutescens), Kulinjan (Alpinia galanga), Kamal pushpa (Nelumbium speciosum), Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra) Each 100 mg;
Micronized & Potentised with: Anantmool (Hemidesmus indicus) 100 mg

Dosage: 2 - 2 tablets twice daily, with a sip of milk, before meals. Recommended from 13th to 16th weeks of pregnancy.

Presentation: Pack of 112 Tablets

M.R.P. : Rs. 450.00

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PhalMaah (Coated Tablets):

PhalMaah (Coated Tablets):

PhalMaah is a preparatory composition in tablet form for conceiving, promoting healthy and timely ovulation and ensuring optimum nutrition in gestation phase. It helps to correct the deformities of ovum, improves fertility, enhance immunity.

PhalMaah effectively protects the system from ill effects of electro-magnetic radiations. These radiations are generated from multiple devices like Mobile phones & towers, Microwave, Blue-tooth, computers, laptops, television screens and even from florescent tube lights. Use of these devices is increasing in day to day life. Science has noticed these ill effects right from the age between menarche and menopause in females.

PhalMaah is safe, sure, herbal, prophylactic & curative for females with variety of menstrual pathologies.

Composition:
Each coated tablet contains:
Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia), Akkalkara (Anacyclus pyrethrum), Tagar (Valeriana wallichii), Triphala, Sugar, Vekhand (Acorus calamus), Haridra (Curricula longa), Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Sariva (Hemidesmus indicus), Ajmoda (Apium graveolens), Kutaki (Picrorrhiza kurroa), Vidarikand (Pueraria tubarosa), Hingu (Ferula narthex) Each 30 mg, Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) 60 mg, Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) 30 mg; Micronized & Potentised with : Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) q.s.

Dosage:
2 -2 tablets twice daily before meals, with a sip of Cow milk or ghee, till confirmation of pregnancy.
After conception: 1 -1 tablet twice daily before meals, with a sip of Cow milk or ghee.

Presentation: Pack of 60 Tablets

M.R.P. : Rs. 450.00

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KikkisNivrutti Tel (Medicated Oil):

KikkisNivrutti Tel (Medicated Oil):

A herbal massage oil for preventing pregnancy Stretch-marks on abdominal skin. Imparts cellular toning of dermal cells and aids adequate lubrication.

It is safe, time tested and made exclusively from herbal ingredients.

Composition:
Each 10 ml is composed of:
Karveer (Nerium odorum) 20 g, Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia), Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Patol Patra (Trichosanthes dioica), Nimb (Azadirachta indica) Each 0.416 g; Til tel (Sesame oil) 9.89 ml, Ushir tel (Vetiver oil) 0.1 ml, Chandan tel (Sandalwood oil) 0.01 ml

Directions for use : From 4th month / 13th week of gestation till the delivery, gentle massage of 10 ml oil over the abdomen and flanks, twice daily.

Presentation: PET bottle of 100 ml

M.R.P. : Rs. 300.00

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