Description
EFFECTIVE HERBAL REMEDIES FOR POLYCYTHEMIA VERA
S. No. | Products | Quantity |
1 | Neem Capsules | 2 Bottles (120 Capsules) |
2 | Kanchnaar Guggul | 1 Bottle (120 Tablets) |
3 | Curcumin Capsules | 1 Bottle (60 Capsules) |
4 | Pitta Balance | 1 Bottle (60 Capsules) |
5 | Navkarshik Churna | 1 Jar (200 gm) |
WHAT IS POLYCYTHEMIA VERA?
Polycythemia vera is characterized amongst the group of blood cancers called as myeloproliferative neoplasms. It is a slowly -growing blood cancer where bone marrow makes too many red blood cells. Excess production of red blood cells make the blood thicker. Blood clot formation lead to heart stroke.
It may be Primary and Secondary Polycythemia Vera.
Primary Polycythemia Vera
In this type, there is mutation of gene JAK 2 which releases a protein, responsible for the production of red blood cells.
Secondary Polycythemia Vera
It occurs due to a long term deficiency of oxygen to body. It leads to increased production of erythropoietin (EPO) that results in increased production of red blood cells.
AYURVEDIC OUTLOOK
As per Ayurveda, there are three energies- vata, pitta, and kapha which in a balanced state represent the healthy body. Imbalance in any of the three energies result in health complications. In Ayurveda, Polycythemia Vera is considered as a Pitta dominant Tridoshaja vyadhi or Rakta dhatu vridhi. Treatment part is based on the balancing of the vitiated doshas with the help of herbs.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF POLYCYTHEMIA VERA?
Sometimes people with polycythemia vera don’t have signs or symptoms. Though they may include;
- Weakness
- Fatigue
- Blurred vision
- Excessive sweating
- Itchiness, specially taking warm bath or shower
- Headache
- Fevers
- Dizziness
- Bleeding or bruising
- Numbness, tingling, burning or weakness in your hands, feet, arms or legs
- Painful swelling of one joint, often the big toe
- Shortness of breath
- A feeling of fullness or bloating in your left upper abdomen due to an enlarged spleen
- Unexplained weight loss
PLANET AYURVEDA’S HERBAL SUPPLEMENTS FOR POLYCYTHEMIA VERA
1. NEEM CAPSULES
These capsules are made from the standardized extract of herb Neem (Azadirachta indica). This herb has a great medicinal importance in Ayurveda. It acts as a wonderful blood purifier and helps to remove accumulated toxins from the body. In the case of polycythemia vera, this herbal supplement helps to manage itching on the skin. It also helps to prevent the abnormally increased production of blood cells.
Dosage – 2 capsules twice daily with warm water after meals.
2. KANCHNAR GUGGUL
It is another important formulation of Planet Ayurveda to manage various blood disorders. This herbal product is available in tablet form and prepared from the combination of various natural herbs which are listed below:
Ingredients:-
- Kanchnaar bark (Bauhinia variegate)
- Amalaki (Emblica officinalis)
- Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)
- Bhibhitaki (Terminali bellerica)
- Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
- Black pepper (Piper nigrum)
- Pippali (Piper longum)
- Varuna (Crataeva religiosa)
Benefits:-
All the above given herbs work in a synergetic manner to balance the vitiated doshas. This amazing combination of herbs help in detoxification and purification of the body. It helps to reduce the excess growth of red blood cells.
Dosage – 2 capsules twice in a day with warm water after meals.
3. CURCUMIN CAPSULES
These herbal capsules are obtained from the standardized extract of herb Haridra (Curcuma longa). This herb is commonly called as turmeric. Curcumin, a bioactive compound present in the herb possesses the anti-inflammatory, analgesic properties that help to reduce the pain, inflammation and also reduce the stiffness in joints. On the other hand, being a good source of anti-oxidants, it helps to boost up the immune system. Hence it is an effective and safe herbal supplement that helps to support a healthy body by managing this disorder.
Dosage – 1 capsule twice in a day with warm water after meals.
4. PITTA BALANCE
Pitta balance capsules as the name suggests help to balance pitta dosha in the body. These capsules are prepared from the combination of various natural ingredients which are explained below:
Ingredients:-
- Praval pisti (Coral calcium)
- Akik pisti (Agate calcium)
- Jawar mohar pisti (calcium compound)
- Kamdhudha rasa (calcium compound)
- Mukta pisti (Pearl calcium)
- Giloy (Tinospora cordifola)
Dosage – 1 capsule twice daily with warm water after meals.
5. NAVKARSHIK CHURNA
This herbal formulation is available in a powdered form and prepared from the blend of different herbs which are listed below:
Ingredients:-
- Amla (Emblica officinalis)
- Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)
- Bahera (Terminalia bellerica)
- Vacha (Acorus calamus)
- Neem (Azadirachta indica)
- Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia)
- Katuki (Picorrhiza kurrao)
- Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia)
- Daru haldi (Berberis aristata)
Benefits – Above given herbs are the good source of nutrients. They help to revitalize the body and maintain the good energy levels in body. This herbal supplement helps to manage weakness, feeling of dizziness and fatigue associated with Polycythemia vera.
Dosage – 1 teaspoonful twice daily, after meals, with warm water.