Ayurvedic Treatment of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura

Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura is an autoimmune condition in which the destruction of the platelets leads to the excess of bleeding. At initial stages, it is not a big deal, but with time it becomes a critical condition. So, it is better to take treatment at the initial stage.

In the modern system of medicines, doctors prescribe over-the-counter medications such as steroids that alleviate the symptoms, but also cause many side effects that lead to many complications. They also recommend transfusion of platelets, which increase platelet count but platelets get decrease again after some time. Surgery is also a treatment option that has many side effects.

But, there is also an option for treatment that completely treats ITP and does not have any side effects, namely, Ayurveda.

Ayurveda offers various herbs, which naturally treat illness and these herbs are also used to prepare herbal products. Planet Ayurveda provides the best ITP care packs for kids, children, and adults.

Causes

There are several reasons for Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura. This is mainly due to the destruction of platelets in the body. This occurs when the immune system does not function properly and accidentally attacks platelet cells, causing platelet levels to decrease.

Symptoms

1. Bruises over the whole body
2. Bleeding from the gums and nose
3. Unusual heavy menstrual flow
4. Blood in urine or stools
5. Continued bleeding from injuries incurred accidentally

Treatment of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura

As we discussed earlier, in the modern system of medicines, some of the medicines which are prescribed  to the patient and produce many side effects, are the following:

Corticosteroids/Steroids

It is most usually prescribed for ITP patients. It is used to increase the platelet count but decreases when the patient stops to take them. It also produces side effects such as Weight gain, Puffy cheeks, and Lowers bone density.

Androgens

It can also be prescribed for ITP patients but avoid in women. It also has a side effect, it grows unwanted hair at different parts of the body.

Surgery

Surgery is the last option in modern medicine when platelets are not increased. The spleen is removed from the body because it destroys the platelets but is not always successful. The removal of spleen decreases the body’s ability to cope against infections of various kinds.

Ayurvedic Treatment of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda offers “ITP care pack”, which provides very effective treatment for the patients of ITP. It includes various herbal formulations and these contain pure herbs that are safe to use and do not produce any side effects.

“ITP Care Pack” for kids, children and adults with different dosages.

“ITP Care Pack” for Adults

1. Immune Booster
2. Ashwagandha Capsules
3. Giloy Capsules
4. Gandhak Rasayan
5. Green Essentials
6. Kumar Kalyan Ras
7. Brahmi Chyawanprash
8. Suvarna Basant Malti Ras

“ITP Care Pack” for Kids (less than 5 years)

1. Giloy Capsules
2. Ashwagandha Capsules
3. GandhakRasayan
4. Immune Booster
5. Kumar Kalyan Ras
6. Infee Syrup
7. Arvindasava Syrup
8. Praval Panchamrit

“ITP Care Pack” for Children (5 years to 14 years)

1. Giloy Capsules
2. Ashwagandha Capsules
3. Gandhak Rasayan
4. Immune Booster
5. Green Essentials
6. Brahmi Chyawanprash
7. Pitta Balance
8. Kumar Kalyan Ras
9. Suvarna Basant Malti Ras

1. Giloy Capsules

Giloy Capsules are formulated by using the standardized extract of herb Guduchi, with the Latin name of Tinosporacordifolia. This herb helps to balance Vata and Pitta dosha in the body which is directly associated with ITP. These capsules increase platelet count. It also has antioxidant and astringent properties.

Dosage:

For Kids (< 5 years): One capsule, twice daily, with water after meals.

For Children (5-14 years): One capsule, twice daily, with water after meals.

For adult: One capsule, twice daily, with water after meals.

2. Ashwagandha Capsules

These Capsules are prepared by the standardized extract of the herb Ashwagandha (Withaniasomnifera). This herb helps to increase platelet counts by stopping the abnormal functioning of the immune system. Thus, it is very useful in the treatment of ITP.

Dosage:

For Kids (< 5 years): One capsule, twice daily, with water after meals

For Children (5-14 years): One capsule, twice daily, with water after meals

For adult: Two capsules, twice daily, with water after meals

3. Gandhak Rasayan

Gandhak Rasayan is a classical mineral-based formulation, which contains sulfur processed with herbal juice as the main ingredient. These tablets are useful in bleeding disorders, enhances skin complexion and strengthens immunity.

Dosage:

For Kids (< 5 years): One tablet, twice daily, with water after meals

For Children (5-14 years): One tablet, twice daily, with water after meals

For adult: Two tablets, twice daily, with water after meals

4. Immune Booster

Immune Booster Capsules contain a combination of various herbs such as Bhumi amla (Phyllanthusniruri), Grape seeds (Vitis vinifera), Go- Piyush (Bovine colostrums), and Amalaki (Emblica Officinalis). These capsules act on the immune system and help to reduce improve the abnormal functioning of the immune system and increase platelet counts.

Dosage:

For Kids (< 5 years): One capsule, twice daily, with water after meals

For Children (5-14 years): Two capsules, twice daily, with water after meals

For adult: Two capsules, twice daily, with water after meals

5. Pitta Balance Capsules

These capsules consist of various natural ingredients such as Praval Pishti (Coral Calcium), Jawar Mohra Pishti (an Ayurvedic Calcium compound), Akik Pishti (Agate Calcium), Kamdudha Ras (an Ayurvedic Calcium compound), Mukta Pishti (Pearl Calcium) and Giloy satva (Tinosporacorifolia stem extract). These capsules balance the Pitta dosha in the body which is directly linked to a blood disorder.

Dosage:

For Children (5-14 years): Two capsules, twice daily, with water after meals

6. Green Essential Capsules

Green Essential Capsules are prepared by a combination of Grape Seeds (Vitis vinifera), Spirulina (Spirulina platensis), Wheat Grass (Triticum aestivum), and Amla (Emblica Officinalis). These herbs boost the production of Rakta dhatu and increase the platelet level in the patients of ITP.

Dosage:

For Children (5-14 years): One capsule, twice daily, with water after meals

For adult: Two capsules, twice daily, with water after meals

7. Kumar Kalyan Ras

These tablets contain ras sindoor, Swarna bhasma, abhraka bhasma, moti pishti, loh bhasm, aloe vera juice, and swarna makshik bhasma. Kumar Kalyan Ras is used for the treatment of fever, shortness of breath, jaundice, rickets, persistent cough and osteoporosis, diarrhea, loss of appetite, underweight and congenital heart disease. Kumar Kalyan Ras promotes immunity and reduces the recurrence of upper respiratory infections and keeps other infectious diseases at bay.

Dosage:

For Kids (< 5 years): One tablet, twice daily, with water after meals

For Children (5-14 years): One tablet, twice daily, with water after meals

For adult: One tablet, twice daily, with water after meals

8. Infee Syrup

This syrup contains Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra) and Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia). It acts as a protective shield for children. It improves their immune system and also helps in their digestive problems.

Dosage:

For Kids (< 5 years): Two teaspoons, twice daily with water after meals

9. Arvindasava Syrup

Arvindasava (Aravindasavam) is a classical ayurvedic formulation. It is prepared by the combination of various natural herbs and their extract such as Kamala (Nelumbium speciosum), Utpala (Nymphaea stellata), Ushira (Vetiveria zizanioides), Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia), Ela (Sookshma) (Elettaria cardamomum), Bala (Sida cordifolia), Jatamansi (Nardosta chysjatamansi), Gambhari (Gmelina arborea), Musta (Cyperus rotundus), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Sariva (Shveta) (Hemides  musindicus), Bibhitaka (Terminalia belerica), Vacha (Acorus calamus), Amalaki (Emblica Officinalis), Karchura (Curcuma zedoaria), Trivrut (Ipomoea turpethum), Nili (Indigofera tinctoria), Patola (Trichosanthes dioica) , Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna),  Parpata (Fumaria parviflora), Madhuloka (Madhuca indica), Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra) , Mura (Selenium candollei) Draksha (Vitis vinifera) , Dhataki (Woodfordia fruticosa) and Sharkara. It acts as a digestive tonic for infants and children. It improves appetite, and physical and mental strength. It enhances the growth and development of the child. In Ayurveda, it is considered the best treatment for all health conditions related to the children.

Dosage:

For Kids (< 5 years): Two teaspoonfuls twice daily

10. Praval Panchamrit

These tablets are prepared with the natural mineral such as mukti bhasma (pearl), shank bhasma (Conch shell), shukti bhasma (Pearl oyster), Kapardak bhasma (kaudi). It is used in the treatment of cough, bloating, splenic disorders, ascites, asthma, indigestion, anorexia, burping, malabsorption syndrome, diarrhea, urinary tract disorders, urine retention, and calculi.

Dosage:

For Kids (< 5 years):– One tablet, twice daily, with water after meals

11. Brahmi Chyawanprash

Brahmi Chyawanprash contains combinations of many herbs such as Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri),Vasaka (Adhatoda vasica), Pipali (Piper longum), Dalchini (Cinnamomum verum), Chandan (Santalum album), Akarkara (Anacyclus pyrethrum), Kesar (Crocus sativus), Sharkara (Saccharum officinarum), and many more. All these herbs help to treat the autoimmune disorder and boost the immune system.

Dosage:

For Children (5-14 years): One teaspoonful twice daily.

For adult: One teaspoonful twice daily.

12. Suvarna Basant Malti Ras

This product is very effective in the treatment of ITP in adults. These tablets contain Swarna bhasma, Bhavana drava, Mukta bhasma, sudha hingula, Maricha (Piper nigrum), Kharpara bhasma, and Nimbu swarasa. It helps to pacify Kapha and Vata dosha in the body.

Dosage:

For Children (5-14 years):– One tablet, twice daily, with water after meals

For adult: One tablet, twice daily, with water after meals