Herbal Remedies for Atopic Dermatitis (AD) - Signs, Symptoms, Causes & Complications

ATOPIC DERMATITIS

Atopic dermatitis (AD) also known as ‘Atopic eczema’ is a chronic eczematous skin condition, which is characterized by inflammation of the skin. The condition is generally non-contagious, and it mostly affects infants and children because it generally develops in early childhood. The severity of the condition may change with time .In some cases, the condition may persist into adulthood.

Atopic dermatitis is sometimes called ‘Neurodermatitis’ (lichen simplex chronicus), though some medical practitioners and patients may even refer to the condition simply as Eczema.

In infants and toddlers, Atopic dermatitis may affect almost the whole body; making the skin itchy, red, cracked and swollen. As children grow, the condition usually affects the skin of the cheeks, neck, elbow, ankles, and knee creases. The condition tends to flare-up periodically.

The exact cause for the occurrence of Atopic dermatitis is not known. However, most of the patients have ‘hypersensitive skin’ and a family history of the condition. In addition, these patients may also be prone to inhalant allergies, and appear to have a misguided immune response.

Atopic dermatitis can be triggered or become worse by several factors which mainly include seasonal allergies, low humidity, cold weather, environmental factors, and exposure to harsh soaps/detergents.

SYMPTOMS OF ATOPIC DERMATITIS

The symptoms of Atopic dermatitis may vary from person to person. However, some of the common symptoms which mark the occurrence of the condition include:

• Thickening of the affected part of skin
• Excessively dry skin
• Reddish or brownish-grey patches
• Severe itchiness, particularly at night
• Cracked, crusty or scaly skin
• Formation of tiny blisters which may ooze fluid when scratched
• Sensitive and swollen skin due to scratching

COMPLICATIONS OF ATOPIC DERMATITIS

Many patients affected by Atopic dermatitis may develop hay fever or asthma. Moreover, the condition may also lead to some other complications which commonly include:

• Chronic itchy or scaly skin
• Irritant hand dermatitis
• Skin infections
• Sleep-related disorders
• Allergic contact dermatitis.

MANAGING ATOPIC DERMATITIS WITH HERBAL PRODUCTS

Planet Ayurveda offers extremely beneficial herbal formulations for the patients suffering from Atopic dermatitis. Since the condition can occur at any age, these herbal formulations are available in three 'Derma Support' packs for Adults , for Children aged 3-12 years and for Kids aged between 3 months and 3 years.

Derma Support Pack For Adults

1. Radiant Skin, Hair & Nails Formula

This amazing formula for special care of skin, hair and nails is available in capsule form. These capsules are prepared from potent herbs like Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), Chirata (Swertia chiretta), Pit papda (Fumaria officianalis), and Grit kumari (Aloe barbadensis). These capsules enhance skin complexion, maintain a glowing skin, and support healthy skin and body. The use of these capsules also makes the skin firm, smooth, elastic and treats acne, pimples, ringworm, and psoriasis.

Dosage: 2 capsules two times a day.

2. Neem Capsules

Standardized extracts of ‘Neem’ herb (Azadirachta Indica) are used for preparing these capsules. Neem is known for its antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal properties. The use of Neem capsules is beneficial in managing skin disorders like eczema, dermatitis, warts, acne, psoriasis, boils, rashes, and Scabies.

Dosage: 2 capsules two times a day.

3. Gandhak Rasayan Tablets

To prepare these tablets, Shuddh Gandhak (Purified Sulphur) is combined with potent herbs like Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), Ela (Elettaria cardamomum), Patra (Cinnamomum tamala), Nagakeshara (Mesua ferrea), Bhringaraja (Eclipta alba), and Shunti (Zingiber officinalis). These tablets can treat fungal infections, purify the blood, reducing acne/pimples/itchiness, and improve skin complexion.

Dosage: 1 tablet three times a day.

4. Arogyavardhini Vati Tablets

The components of these tablets include Shudh Parad (Purified Mercury), Shudh Gandhaka (Purified Sulphur), Lauh Bhasm (calcined Iron), Tamra Bhasma (Copper purified), Abhraka bhasma (Mica), Amalaki (Emblica officianalis), Vibhitaki (Terminalia belerica), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Shudha Shilajatu (Asphaltum), Shuddh Guggul (purified Commiphora mukul), Chitraka moola (Plumbago zeylanica), and Katuka (Picorrhiza kurro). The tablets can treat skin disorders, boost immune system, help the body to fight against infections, and balance the body’s Vata, Pitta and Kapha doshas.

Dosage: 1 tablet two times a day.

5. Manjistha Capsules

These capsules are prepared from ‘Manjistha’ herb (Rubia cordifolia), which has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, and astringent properties. The capsules are beneficial in managing skin problems, improving the complexion, pacifying the Pitta dosha and eliminating toxins from the body.

Dosage: 2 capsules two times a day.

Derma Support Pack For Children (3-12 Years)

1. Radiant Skin, Hair & Nails Formula

This herbal formulation in capsule form makes skin healthy, firm, infection-free and smooth because its herbal components includes Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), Chirata (Swertia chiretta), Pit papda (Fumaria officianalis), and Grit kumari (Aloe barbadensis).

Dosage: 2 capsules two times a day.

2. Neem Capsules

These capsules are prepared from the natural extracts of ‘Neem’ herb (Azadirachta Indica), which is widely used in Ayurvedic medicines because of its antibacterial and antifungal properties. The use of this product is beneficial in managing the symptoms of Atopic dermatitis as well as some other common skin problems such as eczema, psoriasis, Scabies, boils, rashes, warts, and acne.

Dosage: 1 capsule two times a day.

3. Gandhak Rasayan Tablets

These tablets are extremely beneficial in improving skin complexion, treating skin problems, and purifying the blood because they are prepared from Shuddh Gandhak (Purified Sulphur) and a combination of other herbs including Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), Ela (Elettaria cardamomum), Patra (Cinnamomum tamala), Nagakeshara (Mesua ferrea), Bhringaraja (Eclipta alba), and Shunti (Zingiber officinalis).

Dosage: 1 tablet two times a day.

4. Dermat Tablets

A number of potent herbs including Neem (Azadirachta Indica), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Shunti (Zingiber officinalis) and a few other herbs are combined to prepare these tablets. The use of these tablets is very beneficial in managing dermatological disorders, including allergic or contact Dermatitis, Urticaria, Pruritus, itching, acne, and pimples.

Dosage: 1 tablet three times a day.

Derma Support Pack For Kids (3 Months To 3 Years)

1. Radiant Skin, Hair & Nails Formula

The use of herbs like Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), Chirata (Swertia chiretta), Pit papda (Fumaria officianalis), and Grit kumari (Aloe barbadensis) for preparing this product available in capsule form give it the ability to keep the skin healthy and glowing, and treat common skin problems including acne, pimples, ringworm, and psoriasis.

Dosage: 1 capsule once a day.

2. Gandhak Rasayan Tablets

This formulation can effectively manage several skin conditions including Atopic dermatitis because, it is prepared from a combination of Shuddh Gandhak (Purified Sulphur) and other useful herbs like Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), Ela (Elettaria cardamomum), Patra (Cinnamomum tamala), Nagakeshara (Mesua ferrea), Bhringaraja (Eclipta alba), and Shunti (Zingiber officinalis).

Dosage: 1 tablet once a day.

3. Phyllanthus Niruri Capsules

Standardized herbal extracts of ‘Bhumi amla’ herb (Phyllanthus niruri) are used for preparing these capsules which have acrid and cooling properties. The use of these capsules is beneficial in purifying the blood, managing skin conditions, boosting immunity, and maintaining overall health of the body.

Dosage: 1 capsule once a day.

4. Neemi Plus Syrup

Neemi syrup has the ability to restore skin health, clear the skin from acne and pimples, purify the blood, relieve itchiness of skin, and treat fungal infections. The herbal components of this amazing syrup include Neem (Azadirachta indica), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Haldi (Curcuma Longa), Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna), Anant Mool (Hemidesmus indicus), Kalijiri (Vernonia anthelmintica), Bakuchi (Psoralea corylifolia), Patol Patra (Trichosanthes dioica), and Swarnakshiri Patra (Argemone Mexicana).

Dosage: One teaspoon, two times a day.

5. Amogh Fagotex SF Syrup

This syrup is a very beneficial herbal product for managing Atopic dermatitis and other types of skin conditions/skin allergies because of the anti-fungal and anti-infective actions of its herbal components which mainly include Nimchhal or Neem (Azadirachta indica), Manjith (Rubia cordifolia), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), Devdaru (Cedrus deodara), Chiraita(Swertia chirayaita), and Ushava (Smilax zeylanica).

Dosage: One teaspoon, two times a day.

6. Virgoliv Syrup

Virgoliv syrup is known for effectively managing several skin conditions and maintaining a healthy, infection-free skin. For preparing this syrup, the standardized extracts of the following herbs are used which includes Bhringraja (Eclipta alba), Chitrak (Plumbago zeylanica), Kalmegha (Andrographis paniculata), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Kakamachi (Solanum nigrum), Rohitak (Tecomella undulata), Katuki (Picrorhiza kurroa), Kalipath (Cissampelos pareira), Nishoth (Operculina turpethum), Vidanga (Embelia ribes), Kasani (Cichorium intybus), Bhumi Amalaki (Phyllanthus niruri), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Sarpankha (Tephrosia purpurea), Pipali (Piper longum), Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), and Kasundra Beej (Cassia occidentalis).

Dosage: One teaspoon, two times a day.

NOTE

For conveniently giving the six herbal formulations of this pack to kids, all the products can be mixed together in the recommended dosage, and given to the kids two times a day.

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CONCLUSION

The herbal products comprising the Derma Care Packs for different age-group patients of Atopic dermatitis have been prepared from 100% pure and natural products. These products do not contain any chemicals, additives, additional colors, yeast, fillers, binders, and preservatives. However, it is advisable to take these products after consulting a renowned Ayurveda practitioner.

Ayurvedic Treatment for DPN Disease (Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra)

DERMATOSIS PAPULOSA NIGRA: OVERVIEW

Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra (DPN) is a skin condition characterized by the occurrence of small, benign lesions on the face -- especially around the cheekbone, forehead and under the eyes -- and also on the neck, chest, and back. These lesions are also sometimes known as ‘flesh moles,’ even though they are not actually moles.

Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra mostly affects dark-skinned people rather than fair-skinned ones. Particularly, these benign lesions appear in Blacks and dark-skinned; and are more likely to occur in females as compared to males. These lesions usually appear in teenage years; and their size and number increases with age, thereby worsening the condition. The size of these spots is generally between 1mm and 5mm.

The small skin lesions which mark the occurrence of Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra usually look like black or brown spots (or papules) which are either flat in appearance or hang off the skin like skin tags. Some people affected by this condition have a few, isolated black/brown spots, while others have hundreds of spots on certain parts of the skin.

If a person affected by Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra has less than 10 papules on the skin, the condition is considered ‘Mild;’ if the number of papules is between 10 and 50, the condition is considered ‘Moderate; and if the number of papules is more than 50, the condition is considered ‘Severe.’

The exact cause of the occurrence of Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra is not known. However, it is believed that the condition occurs either due to the improper development of the pilosebaceous follicle or it is associated with a genetic predisposition. According to research, nearly 50 percent of the people affected by Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra have a family history of the condition.

TREATMENT OF DERMATOSIS PAPULOSA NIGRA

The skin lesions which appear in people affected by Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra are non-cancerous growths which are not a cause of concern from the medical perspective. However, these lesions are cosmetically undesired, and they may sometimes cause itchiness or irritation. As such, some patients may choose to have these lesions removed.

The common treatment options for Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra are: shave excision, scissor excision, dermabrasion, laser removal, curettage, cryosurgery, and electrodessication. These treatment options may lead to some potential complications like scarring of the skin, postoperative skin discoloration or keloid formation.

The use of Ayurvedic formulations is generally the safest method for managing Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra. Reputed herbal manufacturing company Planet Ayurveda offers some extremely beneficial herbal products for the effective management of the condition. These products -- prepared from 100% pure and natural herbs -- include:

Herbal Remedies for DPN Disease

1. Tab. Gandhak Rasayan

Purified sulphur is used for the preparation of these tablets. Gandhak Rasayan has antibacterial, antifungal, antitumor, anti-diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties. It purifies blood, cures skin diseases, eliminates harmful toxins and improves immune system of an individual.

Recommended dosage of Gandhak Rasayan tablets for people affected by Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra is: Two tablets twice or thrice daily with lukewarm water after meals.

2. Cap. Pitta Balance

These capsules are a combination of some very useful herbal components which have proven properties to manage a number of health conditions. The herbal components of these capsules include: Praval Pishti (Coral Calcium), Mukta Pishti (Pearl Calcium), Akik Pishti (Agate Calcium), Jawar Mohra Pishti (Ayurvedic Calcium compound), Kamdhudha Ras (Ayurvedic Calcium compound), and Giloy satva (extract of Tinospora cordifolia).

The use of Pitta Balance capsules is helpful in balancing the Pitta dosha of the body, ensuring the health of the skin, keeping the immune system healthy, purifying the blood, controlling blood pressure, and supporting the digestive system.

Recommended dosage of Pitta Balance capsules for people affected by Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra is: 1-2 capsules with plain water, once or twice a day, 30 minutes after meals.

3. Manjistha Capsules

The standardized extract of the ‘Manjistha’ herb (Rubia cordifolia) is used for preparing these capsules. The herb has proven antibacterial, antimicrobial, astringent, antispasmodic, and anti-inflammatory properties; and it is also a powerful blood purifier, and immunity enhancer.

These capsules can effectively manage skin ailments, improve skin complexion, treat blood disorders, manage gynaecological problems, balance the Pitta dosha, eliminate toxins from the body, and treat eye and ear disorders.

Recommended dosage of Manjistha capsules for people affected by Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra is: 1-2 capsules two times daily, with plain water, after meals.

4. Cap. Green Essentials

A blend of potent herbal ingredients is used for the preparation of these capsules. These ingredients mainly include: Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Green tea (Camellia sinensis), wheat grass (Triticulum aestivum), Spirulina (Spirulina platensis), and grape seed (Vitis vinifera).

The use of these capsules is helpful in managing skin problems and other health conditions, boosting the immune system, improving the functioning of the brain, strengthening the body against free radicals, and nourishing the brain cells.

Recommended dosage of Green Essential capsules for people affected by Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra is: 1-2 capsules with plain water, two times a day, after meals.

5. Navkarshik Churna

This churna is an amazing herbal powder which has the combined goodness of several herbs with anti-inflammatory, blood purifying and immunomodulatory properties. The herbs used for preparing the churna include: Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia), Katuki (Picrorhiza kurroa), Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), Daru haldi (Berberis aristata), and Vacha (Acorus calamus).

The use of the churna is beneficial for improving skin texture and complexion, purifying the blood, removing toxins from the body, regulating the heat in the body, keeping the immune system healthy, and balancing the Vata and Pitta doshas.

Recommended dosage of Green Essential capsules for people affected by Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra is: 1 teaspoonful of the churna two times daily, with plain water, after meals.

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CONCLUSION

The herbal formulations offered by Planet Ayurveda for managing Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra are prepared under the guidance of renowned Ayurveda experts. These formulations do not contain any additives, colors, chemicals or preservatives.