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Dr. Vikram Chauhan - MD (Ayurveda)

Friday, May 11, 2018

Ayurvedic Treatment for Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Herbal Remedies

HEMOLYTIC UREMIC SYNDROME

Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) is a condition characterised by the abnormal destruction of Red Blood Cells (RBCs). These damaged red blood cells clog the filtering mechanism of the kidneys which can lead to various complications.

hemolytic uremic syndrome, HUS

This disease is common in both adults as well as in children. Adults develop Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome due to infections such as E.coli, certain medications or pregnancy but in children it develops after bloody diarrhoea. The timely and proper treatment of HUS leads to a full recovery for most of the people especially young children.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF HEMOLYTIC UREMIC SYNDROME?

  • The most common cause of HUS in children under the age group of 5 years is the infection of E.coli bacteria. Most of the types of E.coli bacteria are harmless but some strains of E.coli including those that cause HUS are responsible for some food borne infections.
  • Use of certain medications such as quinine sulphate, chemotherapy medications, medications containing immunosuppressant cyclosporine etc.
  • Certain infections such as HIV or infection with the pneumococcal bacteria.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF HEMOLYTIC UREMIC SYNDROME?

  • Decreased urination
  • Blood in the urine
  • Pallor
  • Small, unexplained bruises
  • Bleeding from the nose or mouth
  • High blood pressure
  • Swelling of the face, hands, feet or entire body
  • Confusion or seizures
  • Fatigue
  • Irritability
  • Abdominal pain, vomiting and occasionally fever.

DIAGNOSIS

There are certain lab tests such as blood tests, urine test to confirm the infection.

TREATMENT

According to modern medicine, HUS requires treatment in the hospital. Treatment includes fluid treatment, red blood cell transfusions, platelet transfusion, plasma exchange and kidney dialysis.

According to Ayurveda, Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome is caused by the imbalance of Pitta dosha in the body.

Planet Ayurveda offers various herbal remedies for the treatment of Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome which are very effective, safe and save the patients from dialysis too. These remedies are helpful in chronic cases as well. The herbs present in these herbal remedies rejuvenates the cells and revive the dying organs in the body.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR HEMOLYTIC UREMIC SYNDROME (HUS)

Herbal Remedies offered by Planet Ayurveda for the treatment of Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) are:

  1. Rencure Formula Capsules
  2. Nephralka Capsules
  3. Varunadi Vati
  4. Giloy Capsules
  5. Green Essentials
  6. Manjishtha Capsules
  7. Mutrakrichantak Churna

Herbal Remedies for Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome

Herbal Remedies for Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome

1. Rencure Formula

Rencure Formula of Planet Ayurveda is a unique blend of Ayurvedic herbs which are 100% herbal and this product has its roots in Ayurveda. The herbs present in Rencure Formula is an effective remedy for kidney failure and making it a very useful herbal formulation for kidney related diseases. These capsules have a very remarkable effect on the patients suffering from Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome because of the various wonderful herbs present in this formulation.

Ingredients of Rencure Capsules are:

Sr. No.

Herb

Botanical Name

Part used

Quantity

1.

Punarnava

Boerhavia diffusa

Root

200 mg

2.

Varun

Crataeva nurvula

Whole

100 mg

3.

Gokshur

Tribulus terrestris

Whole

100 mg

4.

Palash

Butea monosperma

Bark

50 mg

5.

Kaasni

Cichorium intybus

Root

50 mg

Dose: 1-2 capsules twice daily.

2. Nephralka Capsules

Planet Ayurveda offers Nephralka capsules for all kind of renal problems and their complications. These capsules are prepared from the herbs that are useful in various chronic kidney problems. These capsules also increase the digestive fire and therefore helps in absorption. They are also effective in urine infection and neutralise the ill effects of toxins in the kidneys.

Ingredients of Nephralka Capsules are:

Sr. No.

Botanical Name

Common Name

Quantity

1.

Bhumi Amla (extract)

Phyllanthus niruri

100 mg

2.

Mooli satva

Raphanus sativus

100 mg

3.

Revandchini (extract)

Rheum emodi

50 mg

4.

Kalmegh (extract)

Andrographis paniculata

100 mg

5.

Punarnava (extract)

Boerhavia diffusa

150 mg

Dose: 1-2 capsule twice daily.

3. Varunadi Vati

Varunadi Vati is prepared from the herb Cratavea nurvala/varun and many other. It improves digestion, useful in dysuria, urinary retention and useful in treating kidney stones.

Dose: 2 tablets twice daily.

4. Giloy Capsules

Giloy Capsules are prepared from Tinospora cordifolia herb. It is considered as anti-arthritic, anti-pyretic, anti-inflammatory, digestive and an excellent blood purifier. So, these capsules are also useful for the patients suffering from Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS).

Dose: 1- 2 capsules twice daily.

5. Green Essentials

Green Essentials Capsules of Planet Ayurveda act as a natural blood purifier by removing the toxins present in blood and liver. These capsules are a rich source of anti-oxidants as well. Thus, these capsules are very effective for the patients suffering from HUS.

Ingredients of Green Essential Capsules are:

Sr. No.

Herb used

Botanical Name

Quantity

1.

Grape seed

Vitis vinifera

100 mg

2.

Wheat grass

Triticulum aestivum

100 mg

3.

Spirulina

Spirulina platensis

100 mg

4.

Green tea

Camellia sinensis

100 mg

5.

Amla

Emblica officinalis

100 mg

Dose: 1-2 capsules twice daily.

6. Manjishtha Capsules

Manjishtha Capsules are prepared from Rubia cordifolia herb. It is best known for blood purification and considered as anti-bacterial and anti-microbial in nature as it contains natural substances that give ability to eliminate various bacterial infections.

Dose: 1-2 capsule twice daily.

7. Mutrakrichantak Churna

Nature has given us various herbs for which are considered as wonderful and powerful for treating chronic kidney problems. This churna is a unique formulation of Planet Ayurveda that helps the patients in preventing dialysis. It contains herbs such as Punarnava which have remarkable properties to reverse the kidney failure. This herb helps in reviving the kidneys.

Ingredients of Mutrakrichantak Churna are:

Sr. No.

Botanical Name

Common Name

Parts

Quantity

1.

Crateva nurvula

Varun

Roots

30 gm

2.

Boerhavia diffusa

Punarnava

Roots

30 gm

3.

Tribulus terrestris

Gokshur

Whole

30 gm

4.

Chicorium intybus

Kaasni

Leaves

30 gm

5.

Phyllanthus niruri

Bhumi amla

Whole

20 gm

6.

Albizzia lebbok

Shirish

Bark

20 gm

7.

Moringa oleifera

Shigru

Bark

20 gm

8.

Achyranthes aspera

Apamarg

Fruits/seeds

10 gm

Dose: 1 tablespoon twice daily.

PREVENTION

  • Avoid consuming unpasteurised milk.
  • Avoid consuming raw meat.
  • Avoid unclean swimming areas.
  • Avoid eating outside.
  • Wash hands well before eating.

Contact my assistant to provide you the costing / ordering and delivery information at - costing.planetayurveda@gmail.com or call at +91-172-5214030

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