Author: Aimil

“COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) a common disease with high global morbidity and mortality. COPD is characterized by poorly reversible airway obstruction, which is confirmed by spirometry, and includes obstruction of the small airways (chronic obstructive bronchiolitis) and emphysema, which lead to air trapping and shortness of breath in response to physical exertion.

 In 2016, there were 251 million cases of COPD in the world and it is estimated that COPD causes 3.15 million deaths per year which is the second biggest cause of death in India today. The prevalence ranged between 2 to 22% among the men and 1.2 to 19% among women in different population-based studies across India.

FACTORS RESPONSIBLE-

 COPD cases have increased by 29.2% which is a serious public health concern and this rise in prevalence is because of the change in climate, uneven life style and resistance to available therapy.

Change in climate includes rise in pollution worldwide, especially in India where the air quality is very low in major cities. WHO report says nine out of ten people are subjected to high levels of pollutants from the air they breathe and because of this exposure to fine particles in polluted air that penetrate deep into the lungs and cardiovascular system people are more prone to have severe health problems that includes URTI, Breathlessness, lung cancer, COPD and Heart diseases. Whereas, uneven lifestyle & Bad habits include cigarette smoking, pipe, cigar, and other types of tobacco smoke also can cause COPD, especially if the smoke is inhaled.

CLINICAL MANIFESTATION

At first, COPD may cause no symptoms or only mild symptoms. As the disease gets worse, symptoms usually become more severe that includes:

• An ongoing cough or a cough that produces a lot of mucus
• Shortness of breath, especially with physical activity
• Wheezing or a whistling or squeaky sound when breathe
• Chest tightness
• Colds or other respiratory infections such as the flu, or influenza.
•  Swelling in ankles, feet, or legs; weight loss; and lower muscle endurance.

Available Treatment:

COPD has no cure yet. However, lifestyle changes and treatments can help to feel better, stay more active, or slow the progress of the disease. Available treatment in market for the management of COPD are– Bronchodilators, Combination medicines, Antibiotics, corticosteroid, Flu and Pneumonia shots, Supplemental Oxygen but resistance and adverse effect of these therapies Raise a big challenge.

Care as per Ancient Ayurvedic science-

Ayurveda have very safe and potent herbs like Jufa, Mulethi, Lavang, Tulsi, Gojhia, pepper, Ginger, Vasa, Kantakari, Gul Banafsha, and honey that are also used in management of COPD & URTI since ancient time. Pharmacological actions of these herbs are-

• Anti-viral: Jufa (Hyssopus officinalis), Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra) & lavang (Syzygium aromaticum)
• Anti-inflammatory: Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum), Gojiha (Onosma bracteatum) & Kakrasinghi (Pistacia integerrima)
• Anti- bacterial: Long pepper (Piper longum), Black pepper (Piper nigrum), ginger (Zingiber officinale)
• Bronchodilator- Vasa (Justicia adhatoda), Kantkari (Solanum virginianum)
• Anti- microbial: Honey, Pippermint (Mentha piperita) & Anjeer (Ficus carica)
• Decongestant- Gul Banafsha (Viola odorata)

Herbs mentioned above can be used to manage COPD During this increased pollution environment and even any time. But because of day to day busy life it is very difficult to collect all these herbs and prepare a remedy at home.

Keeping this in mind for the welfare of mankind Aimil Pharamaceuticals offers a combination of many herbs including all these herbs mentioned above JUFEX FORTE in therapeutic concentration that not only improves symptoms of COPD but prevents the recurrence is well.

All the kids smile and celebrate the day dedicated specially to them! November 14 is celebrated as Children’s Day (also called Bal Diwas) in our country.

The day is a reminder that every child deserves education, nurturing and the best of everything. They are the building blocks of the nation and hence, the future of the nation depends how well they are brought up.

The early childhood years are a period of great opportunity but also great vulnerability. Responsive care giving and nurturing, balanced nutrition, and safe environment are important for children to live, learn, grow, and develop to their full potential.

At present the foremost priority of the time is to pay attention to kid’s plate. Kid’s plate should be more of nutrition dense rather than more of bulk. But the worrisome  state is that now  a days nutrition is getting lost from the plates of the kids and junk/ fried is occupying major share which is just satisfying the taste buds with missing most of nutrition required for the proper growth and development in the formative years.

Taking care of the concern AIMIL found the answer from the wealth of Ayurveda, which can take catr of child in most of demanding conditions be it bones, brain, muscles and teething which taxes a child health heavily if not taken cared thoroughly. Above all need a sound immune system to keep diseases and opportunistic / recurrent infections at bay.

Try few herbs to resolve day to day challenges in bringing optimum health of child :-

Botanical name	Action
Saunf (Foeniculum vulgare), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)	Improves appetite & digestion, relieves flatulence
Badi Ilayachi (Amomum subulatum)	Provides gastro-protective action,
Pudina (Mentha spicata) , Adrak (Zingiber officinale)	Regulates gastric motility, relieves  gastric discomfort
Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi), Ark sowa (Anethum sowa), Jira (Cuminum Cyminum), Dhania (Coriandrum sativum)	Regulates GIT, intestinal peristalsis & provides spasmolytic effect predominantly due to blockade of the calcium channels.
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri)	Promotes focus and concentration
Draksh (Vitis vinifera)	Potential anti-oxidant, maintains cellular integrity
Chitraka (Plumbago zeylanica), Kalimirch (Piper nigrum)	Normalizes GIT micro flora
Amla (Emblica officinalis)	Supports healing & development of connective tissues being rich source of Vitamin C
Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra)	Improves learning and memory because of facilitation of cholinergic transmission in brain
Raktapunarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa)	Root contains 14 amino acids including 7 essential amino acids
Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum)	Improves immunity and helps in overall development of children
Kamal (Nelumbo nucifera)	Supplements iron, required for  synthesis of neurotransmitters
Dadima Phal (Punica granatum)	Promotes osteoblastogenesis and re-modelling of bone
Amra Bija Majja (Mangifera indica)	Eases mild diarrhea associated with teething
Sigru (Moringa oleifera)	Helps in improving nutritional status of children
Dalchini (Cinnamomum zeylanicum)	Strengthens the skeleton , required for long term health of teeth
Ghrit kumara (Aloe vera)	Supports dentin formation
Haridra (Curcuma long)	Supplements Omega 3, 6 benefits in improving memory and gentle brain health, the core fatty acid found in grey matter DHA.

 

All of the mentioned ingredients are formulated in formulation K.G Tone Forte syrup to meet the day to day nutritional demands of growing kids with best feature of parabens free, no artificial sweetener, and no artificial colour. Let us take pledge this children’s day that the right of every child for the good health and wellbeing.

Aimil feels great pleasure to support this fundamental children’s right.

Pneumonia normally starts with a bacterial, viral, or fungal infection. The lungs become inflamed, and the tiny air sacs, or alveoli, inside the lungs fill up with fluid. Pneumonia can occur in young and healthy people, but it is most dangerous for older adults, infants, people with other diseases, and those with impaired immune systems.

So, in 2009, World Pneumonia Day was established and marked every year on November 12th to raise awareness about pneumonia, Promote interventions to protect against, prevent and treat pneumonia.

Pneumonia is one of the leading causes of deaths in children under five years old despite being easily preventable and treatable. Although vaccines and other preventative efforts are decreasing the burden of the disease, much more work is still required. Those living in poor communities are at highest risk of pneumonia.

The key to treating pneumonia and prevent it from getting fatal is early diagnosis and a relatively strong immune system. However, it has to be noted that young children who are weak because of malnutrition are the ones most hit by pneumonia. Pneumonia kills more infants than measles, diarrhoea and malaria combined.

Symptoms of pneumonia

First symptoms of pneumonia are similar to that of cold or flu. This is followed by high fever, sputum, chills and cough. The infection results in rusty or green phlegm, shortness of breath, chest pain which worsens with taking deep breaths, fatigue and weakness, shortness of breath, muscle pain and headache. A person suffering from pneumonia is likely to get purplish skin colour because of poorly oxygenated blood. Symptoms of pneumonia can range in severity depending on the type of pneumonia and its underlying health condition.

Treatment of pneumonia

Pneumonia treatment will depend on its severity. Bacterial kinds of pneumonia can be treated with the help of antibiotics. Viral kinds of pneumonia can be treated by taking plenty of rest and lots of fluids. Fungal pneumonia infections can be treated with the help of antifungal medications.

But still even after the availability of antibiotics or anti-fungals , treatment of pneumonia is a challenge for medical fraternity. Recent studies on herbs and herbal preparations have shown the beneficial effects on the causative microorganisms of pneumonia, thus developing strong possibilities of usage of herbal preparations for the effective treatment of pneumonia.

Herbal remedies are beneficial for pneumonia that help improve immune function and usually possess anti-microbial action. In Ayurveda various herbs are mentioned to fight respiratory infections like Tulsi fights off bacterial and viral infections, Giloe improves body defense system by enhancing immunity, Karanj relieves cold and associated chest congestion.

Aimil’s Fifatrol tablet is a unique herbo-mineral formulation that helps fight in Pneumonia and other fever conditions by reducing fever, pains, suppressing cough, reducing inflammation of lung alveoli, simulateously boosts body defence system to fight infections and also fastens recovery process . It acts as a natural antibiotic, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulator and antioxidant. It’s a unique combination of Giloe, Tulsi, Karanj, Appamarg, Chirayata, Motha, Daruharidra, Kutaki, Sudarshan vati, Godanti, Sanjeevani vati, Tribhuvan kirti ras and Mrityunjaya ras.

In a recent study, Antibiotic susceptibility pattern of various microorganism was determined against Fifatrol – Multidrug combination from old science of Ayurveda at Department of Microbiology, AIIMS, Bhopal.

Results of AIIMS study of Fifatrol against various microorganisms revealed that Fifatrol has sensitivity for Staphylococcus sps.(Gram positive) primarily cause Upper respiratory tract infection and P.aeruginosa (Gram negative) primarily causes External otitis and Pneumonia.

Micro broth dilution technique was used at AIIMS, Bhopal  to determine the potency and minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) value of the extracts of  Fifatrol tablets, Tribhuvan kirti ras, Sanjeevani vati, Mrityunjaya ras and Sudarshan vati.

The investigation at AIIMS revealed that Fifatrol extract is more susceptible for P.aeruginosa, Salmonella typhi and Staphylococcus spp. at 1mg/ml concentration. The strain of Salmonella typhi was a clinical isolate obtained from a clinical sample after standard identification methods used at AIIMS Bhopal. This strain shows encouraging results with significant growth inhibition for the Fifatrol.

Immune is the balanced state of multicellular organisms having adequate biological defences to fight infection, disease, or other unwanted biological invasion, while having adequate tolerance to avoid allergy, and autoimmune diseases. Immunity is the capability of multicellular organisms to resist harmful microorganisms from entering it. Immunity involves both specific and nonspecific components. The nonspecific components act as barriers or eliminators of a wide range of pathogens irrespective of their antigenic make-up. Other components of the immune system adapt themselves to each new disease encountered and can generate pathogen-specific immunity.

Keeping the immune system in balance, it is of the utmost importance in all stages of life. As the natural defence system, it is designed to spring into action to support every area of the body. For example, if body is castle, immune system is the soldiers patrolling the perimeter and every corridor within the walls. 

Many herbs have traditionally been used to support the immune system. These botanicals promote a healthy response to stress, support healthy inflammatory responses and promote a naturally healthy microbial balance in the gastrointestinal tract (GIT).

With little change in our diet and routine life style, we can ensure that our immune system is strong enough to protect us against the infections. From sleeping for 8 hours, to walking in the sun, to eating a balanced diet that helps to reduce stress levels; make sure to get an adequate quantity of Vitamin A, B6, C, D and E that can help increase the strength of the immune system.  These ways are simple but they can really be helpful if followed. Follow them and witness the change in our body’s strength to fight illness. Apart from these, regular consumption of green vegetables, fruits, seeds and nuts that are loaded with nutrients are essential to boost our immune system. Considering the above view in mind a new recipe, as given below, has been developed.

Boil milk                    250 Ml.

Turmeric powder      half spoon

Shunthi                    two pinch 

Kaiser                     two strands

Almonds                 2 crushed

Honey q.s

Chocolate or other flavours may be added

Milk: milk contains almost every single nutrient that our body needs. It is a rich source of excellent quality protein, different fats, many vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B12, riboflavin, calcium, and phosphorus. It is often fortified with other vitamins, especially vitamin D necessary to sustain growth and development that makes it one of the most nutritious foods available.  Milk also contains a wide variety of hormones that promote development of the body.  Being a rich source of calcium, milk may promote increased bone mineral density, cutting the risk of osteoporosis. Milk and its products have also been linked to reduced blood pressure. Recent scientific studies showed that major components of milk have shown to modulate immune function.

Turmeric (Curcuma longa L.): Turmeric is rich source of nutrients like protein, carbohydrates, Fat, Dietary Fibre, B-Complex Vitamins,   Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Calcium, Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium,  Sodium, Zinc, Omega-3 Fatty Acids,  and Omega-6 Fatty Acids.   Phytonutrients in turmeric include curcumin, desmethoxycurcumin, tumerones, and tumenorols. Curcumin is responsible for better regulation of inflammation, oxidation, cell signalling, blood sugar levels, blood fat levels, and brain levels of the omega-3 fatty acid called DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), among its many benefits. It is reported that curcumin has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory and anti-proliferative activities. Apart from anti-inflammatory benefits, decreased cancer risk, and support of detoxification, turmeric is potential for improving cognitive function, blood sugar balance, and kidney function, as well as lessening the degree of severity associated with certain forms of arthritis and certain digestive disorders. Therefore, regular intakes of turmeric powder enhance body’s immunity.

Shunthi (Zingiber officinale Roscoe): Shunthi or dry Ginger is full of nutrients like carbohydrates, dietary fibre, protein, sugar, sodium, iron, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin C, vitamin B6, folate, riboflavin, and niacin. Ginger contains more than 400 chemical compounds, but researchers believe the gingerol compounds are responsible for health benefits. Several studies have shown that ginger has significant biological activities including antifungal, antibacterial, insect repellent, antimutagenic, anticarcinogenic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antinociceptive, immunomodulatory, and relaxant properties. Ginger has also been reported to influence both cell-mediated immune response and nonspecific proliferation of T lymphocyte.

Kaiser (Crocus sativus L.): Kaiser is rich in bioactive compounds like crocetin, crocin, safranal, and picrocrocin. Crocetin and crocin have antioxidant, antineoplastic, neuroprotective, and possibly antidepressant properties. The structural core of crocin and crocetin protects against retinal damage and has neuroprotective activities. Safranal has antioxidant, anticonvulsant, antineoplastic, and antidepressant properties. A precursor to safranal, picrocrocin has antioxidant and antineoplastic effects. Recently, numerous studies have reported that Kaiser and its main constituents such as safranal, crocins, and crocetin could be effective against various diseases because of their antioxidant, anti-inflammation, and immunomodulatory effects.

Almonds  (Prunus dulcis (Mill.) D.A.Webb):  Almonds are packed with vitamins, minerals, protein, and fibre, and are associated with a number of health benefits like cardiovascular health, diabetes, and related weight management benefits. Almonds are also a good source of calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, copper, zinc, phosphorus, potassium,  B6 vitamins, Vitamin C and Vitamin E.  Almonds are reported to possess various pharmacological properties, such as anti-stress , anti-oxidant, immunostimulant, lipid lowering , and laxative . The almond is highly beneficial in preserving the vitality of the brain, strengthening the muscles and prolonging life. A recent study has suggested that almonds may stimulate the immune response and thus contribute to an antiviral immune defence.  

Honey:  Honey is widely accepted as food and medicine by all generations, traditions and civilizations, both ancient and modern. The most common nutrients found in honey are Vitamin B6,niacin, thiamine, pantothenic acid, and riboflavin. Honey also contains minerals such as copper, calcium, iron, manganese, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, sodium, and zinc. It has been known to possess antimicrobial property as well as wound-healing activity. Its high viscosity helps to provide a protective barrier to prevent infection. Its Immunomodulatory property is relevant to wound repair too. Recent study suggests that honey could boost the immune system and increase survival time in invasive aspergillosis. Studies have also  shown that honey can inhibit the growth of a range of important microbes and able to modulate immunological parameters related to the immune system.

The bladder is part of the urinary system, as hollow organ, much like a balloon, that stores urine. Urine contains wastes and extra fluid left over after the body takes what it needs from what we eat and drink. Everyone uses their bladder many times each day in order to fill–in the filtered urine from Kidneys and also evacuate the bladder through expelling the urine through the urethra.

Good bladder health is important for people of all ages. Poor bladder habits can lead to poor bladder control and incontinence. As the individual aged or in diseased conditions, the elastic bladder tissue may toughen and become less stretchy. A less stretchy bladder cannot hold as much urine as before and might make the person go to the bathroom more often. The bladder wall and pelvic floor muscles may weaken, making it harder to empty the bladder fully and causing urinary incontinence or urine to leak. While it may happen to anyone, urinary incontinence is more common in older people, especially women, reflecting as unintentional passing of urine.

Common bladder problems include:

• Urinary Tract Infections (UTI’s) often recognized as burning sensation, persistent urge to urinate, frequent but less urination, , passing strong smelling urine or cloudy urine, feeling spasm or pelvic pain includes – 

1. Bladder infection

2. Kidney Infection

3. Urethra infection —A UTI can also develop in the urethra, but this is less common.

• Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS)—a group of symptoms such as trouble urinating, loss of bladder control, leaking urine, and frequent need to urinate. LUTS are caused by problems with the bladder, urethra, or pelvic floor muscles.
• Prostate Enlargement/ Prostatitis
• Weak bladder or pelvic floor muscles
• Bladder cancer occurs in the lining of the bladder.

Other Causative factors for diseased bladder are:

• Food, strong acidic & alkaline foods like sodas, artificial sweeteners, spicy foods, citrus fruits and juices, and tomato-based foods, make the problem worse in patients with bladder problems and they feel better by avoiding such components.
• Constipation, can put pressure on the bladder and keep it from expanding the way it should.
• Diabetes can damage nerves around the bladder that help with control.
• Obesity may be at higher risk for leaking urine.
• Low physical activity as sluggishment may retard circulation & tonicity
• Alcohol & Smoking are also the factors worsening the bladder health.
•  Side effect of medicines like tranquilisers, antipsychotic drugs, antidepressant agents and anticholinergic respiratory agents), opioids and anaesthetics, alpha-adrenoceptor agonists, benzodiazepines, NSAIDs, detrusor relaxants and calcium channel antagonists etc.

There are different types of incontinence:

• Stress incontinence occurs when urine leaks as pressure is put on the bladder, for example, during exercise, coughing, sneezing, laughing, or lifting heavy objects. It’s the most common type of bladder control problem in younger and middle-age women.
• Urge incontinence happens when people have a sudden need to urinate and cannot hold their urine long enough to get to the toilet. It may be a problem for people having diabetes, Parkinson’s disease and other neuro-disorders.
• Overflow incontinence happens when small amounts of urine leak from a bladder that is always full. Diabetes and spinal cord injuries can also cause this type of incontinence.
• Reflex incontinence occurs when the bladder muscle contracts and urine leaks (often in large amounts) without any warning or urge. This can happen as a result of damage to the nerves that normally warn the brain that the bladder is filling. 
• Functional incontinence occurs in many elder people, having a problem getting to the toilet because of arthritis or other disorders that make it hard to move quickly.

Diagnosis of Bladder Problems:

Health Experts diagnose bladder diseases using different tests. These include urine tests, x-rays, and an examination of the bladder wall with a scope called a cystoscope. It is also considered how well the patient can retain the urine or evacuate the bladder.

Doctors use these exams to look for medical problems that may lead to accidental urine loss. Patient may be asked to cough while the bladder is full to see if you leak urine. This is called a stress test, and doctors use it to help diagnose stress incontinence

Treatment of Bladder Problems:

Treatment depends on the cause of the problem. It may include behavioural and lifestyle changes, exercises, medicines, surgery, or a combination of these treatment. Incontinence can often be cured or controlled.

Because most urinary tract infections are caused by bacteria, bacteria-fighting medications called antibiotics are the usual treatment for UTIs. The type of antibiotic and length of treatment depend on the patient’s history and the type of bacteria causing the infection. Drinking lots of fluids and urinating often may also speed healing. If needed, painkillers or anti-spasmodic can relieve the pain of a UTI. A heating pad on the back or abdomen may also help. Many of the herbs help relieve bladder problem.

Many of the Herbs known for the management of Urinary Tract Infections and other urinary disorders divided in important categories:

 (i) Urinary antiseptic and anti-adhesion herbs like Juniperus spp., Cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon), Sage Plant (Salvia officinalis), Dadim (Punica granatum), Gokshuru (Tribulus terrestris), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Taja (Cinnamomum cassia), and Neem (Azadirachta indica), which are effective against major urinary tract pathogens namely E. coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Enterococcus faecalis 

(ii) Bladder protectives that control bladder and protect from infections comprising of Equisetum arvense, Varuna (Vernonea), Hydrangea petiolaris and  Corn silk (Zea mays).

(iii) Kidney care for instance, Punernava (Boerhaavia diffusa), Eupatorium purpureum, Agropyron repens, Lajaloo (Mimosa pudica) and Daruharidra (Berberis vulgaris) and

(iv) Herbs for symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia, most notably Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens), Pumpkin seeds, Salam Mishri (Orchis mascula) and Prunus Africana berries.

All these herbs are discerned to know different type of phytoconstituents and show potential in the treatment of urinary disorders and could be alternative to uro-pathogen resistance to the antibiotic during a UTI. Anticholinergic class of medication is used to control the muscle spasms that lead to Over Active Bladder. Anticholinergic drugs focus on blocking the nerve signals that typically trigger inopportune bladder contractions, reduce the frequency, and the severity of your urge to urinate.

Comprehensive poly-herbal products are also available in market, the segment leader is NEERI, which aim to focus on the following major actions for bladder health:

• Antimicrobial – inhibits microbial growth and expression.
• Anti-inflammatory – reduces inflammation and local irritation in tissues
• Astringent – removes excess secretions from tissues giving a “tonifying” effect
• Diuretic – supports the kidneys ability to excrete more fluid
• Antispasmodic – relieves uncomfortable spasms in the bladder and ureters.

NEERI is constituted from the major herbs like Punernava, Varuna, Gokshuru, Palash, Shudh Shilajeet, and many more herbs or their extractives. These herbs have been thoroughly studied and evidenced for their role in improving the bladder health. Punernava & Gokshuru based formulations like Punernavashtak Ghan Vati & Gokshuradi Guggal have been clinically studied Gokshuradi gugglu helps to get rid of the condition of dysuria, suppression of urine, inflamed bladder and renal calculi. The bark of Varuna is a useful drug for ailments of kidneys and bladder. CCRAS, a government research institution has reported the benefits of Varuna, in the management of enlargement of prostate and in poor tonicity in bladder. In another clinical trial with herbal formulation of C. nurvala was found to possess 5-α-reductase inhibitory and α-adrenoceptor antagonist activity. 5-α- reductase inhibition blocks the conversion of testosterone to dihydro-testosterone, the major hormone in prostatic cells responsible for BPH. Similarly, a study reported in International Journal of Contemporary Research and Review on Mimosa pudica (Lajaloo) indicates reversal of the hyperplasic changes associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Another Report published in International Ayurvedic Medical Journal, establishes the benefits of herbs like Punernava, Varuna, Gokshuru & Kasni available in the NEERI formulation in Cystitis conditions. This plant, Punernava is also called sothaghni which means that who alleviate inflammation. The alkaloid punarnavine & water soluble base choline from BD roots & evaluated them for effect on diuresis. In vitro studies–it was observed that ethanolic & aqueous extract possesses antibacterial activity against E. coli & Bacillus subtilis. Liriodendrin, quercetin & kaempferol have been reported from various extract from roots & leaves of plant have shown anti-inflammatory activity. Borrelli & co-worker have shown spasmolytic effect of methanolic root extract of Punernava.

NEERI, available in the market as Syrup & Tablets, is clinically recommended since decades by physicians in poor bladder tonicity, urinary incontinence, Prostatis & enlarged prostate.

Additional Health Tips for Bladder Problem/ Incontinence urination:

1, Drink less fluids and limit alcoholic drinks or caffeine at night. 

2. Try your best to shed a few of your body weight, if overweight.

3. Avoid constipation and develop better bowel habits.

4. Ease chronic coughing do what you can to cut down on coughing, even if that means cough drops, humidifiers or hot tea on a regular basis. Coughing adds stress to your pelvic floor, weakening your muscles and causing more bladder leaks.

5. Stop smoking. Smoking leads to coughing, which weakens the muscles that help you control your sensitive bladder.

6. Train your bladder. Try to hold the urge to empty your bladder. Focus on building up to every 3–4 hours during the day and every 4–8 hours at night. You may notice your urges go down after just a few weeks.

7. Do Kegel exercises. These pelvic floor muscle exercises are a form of muscle training that also helps.

As antibiotic-resistant bacteria, known as “superbugs,” are becoming more numerous and more virulent owing to rampant overuse of antibiotics, researchers are exploring herbal medicines as an alternative to these increasingly ineffective drugs.

In this direction, researchers from Bhopal-based AIIMS have found that Fifatrol, a herbal drug can be a good substitute to allopathic antibiotics to treat bacterial and fungal infections, and that too without causing any side effects.

 “Fifatrol, an ayurvedic drug, enriched with immune-enhancing herbs has been found to be effective in curing major bacterial infections such as dreaded staphylococcus species of bacteria,” said Dr Samran Singh, Director of AIIMS Bhopal.

Staphylococcus species causes fever, cold and cough, skin diseases, etc and if not treated in time and for those having weak immune system, can be fatal.

But the Fifatrol drug has not only been found to enhance immunity but also found suitable in controlling spread of infectious diseases caused due to echolalia, pneumonia, klebsiella aerogenes, etc.

Talking about the research, Dr Singh said that normally, the ayurvedic medicines have been seen as supplements to increase immunity, but Fifatrol has shown very promising results against bacteria too . “We are doing detailed research to arrive at the final result.” These are compelling evidence that medicinal herbs can be a first line of defense against infectious diseases.

Singh, who heads the team of researchers, further explained, “Staphylococcus bacteria is responsible for skin, respiratory and stomach infections. In people who have weak immune system, its infection can also be fatal.”

Manufactured by Delhi-based AIMIL Pharmaceutical, Fifatrol drug, is an anti-microbial solution prepared from 13 key herbs like sudarshan vati, sanjeevani vati, godanti bhasma, tribhuvan kirti ras and mrityunjay ras, tulsi, kutki, chirayata, motha, giloy, daruhaldi, karanja and appamarg.

Ayurveda expert Ramnivas Parashar said, “Medicinal plants have been widely used in the management of infectious diseases and by now, many of the ancient remedies have proven their value through scientific methodologies.

“This research again proves that there is an alternative to antibiotics in ayurveda which is completely based on herbs. Therefore, the government should explore in this direction too.”

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NEW DELHI: There is substantial evidence in ayurveda that suggest some herbs have a range of important therapeutic properties in preventing progression of chronic kidney diseases, expert said at an ongoing Science event in Kolkata.

At the India International Science Festival, experts from various streams of traditional systems of medicine such as unani, ayurveda, yoga and panchkarma deliberated on how herbs can be effective in prevention and management of kidney ailments.

With limited options for treatment of the kidney disease in allopathy being available, they claimed that herbs could slow the disease's progression and offer relief from its symptoms, along with careful diet and exercise.

Substantial amount of evidence exist in ayurveda which suggest that there are some Indian herbs that possess a range of important therapeutic properties in preventing progression of chronic kidney diseases, Executive Director of AIMIL Pharma Sanchit Sharma said.

Sharma, one of the speakers at the session, spoke in detail about the effectiveness of scientifically validated herbal formulation, a syrup (Neeri KFT), based on medicinal plants like punarnava whose diuretic, antiinflammatory, anti-oxidant and possible antibacterial and cardiotonic effects are well known.

"By virtue of such properties, this drug initiates early recovery of kidneys from different diseases and facilitates regenerative repair," Sharma said.

The effectiveness of the drug made of the punarnava has recently been documented in a study conducted at the Banaras Hindu University (BHU). It was published in the World Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceuticals Science in 2017.

It showed promising results in experimental subjects as the herbal drug significantly prevented and reduced the increased levels of kidney function parameters such as serum creatinine, uric acid and electrolytes. It also helped to maintain histological parameter of kidneys.

Stating that scope of treatment of kidney ailments in allopathy were limited and costly, an expert said the emphasis now is on ayurvedic drugs.

The event also highlighted the role of yoga and naturopathy, panchkarma for wellness and the secrets of ayurveda methodology for wellness and prevention of metabolic disorders to name a few.

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New Delhi: In an attempt to stop the practice of uncontrolled use of allopathic antibiotics, the researchers have found an ayurvedic alternative to antibiotics to be used to treat bacterial and fungal infections. According to a study conducted by AIIMS Bhopal, it has been found that ayurvedic antibiotics are proving a great substitute to the modern drug. "An ayurvedic antibiotic drug Fifatrol is proving effective in curing major bacterial infections as herbal medicine has the efficacy to cure the infections caused by staphylococcus species of bacteria," said Samran Singh, the director of AIIMS Bhopal.

In its research, the AIIMS Bhopal has found that the herbal drug is powerful to fight against bacterias of staphylococcus species that cause fever, cold and cough, skill diseases, etc. Beside these, the drug was also found suitable in controlling the spread of infectious diseases caused due to echolalia, pneumonia, Klebsiella aerogenes, etc. Highlighting the research, the AIIMS Bhopal director said, "As per the trend, the ayurvedic medicines generally increase immunity, but Fifatrol has sown very promising results against bacteria. We are doing further research to arrive at the final result."

Singh, who is also head of the researcher team, further said, "Staphylococcus bacteria is responsible for skin, respiratory and stomach infections. In people who have a weak immune system, its infection can also be fatal." The Fifatrol drug, which is manufactured by AIMIL Pharmaceutical, is an anti-microbial solution prepared from 13 herbs in which the major share of five herbs and the fraction of eight herbs have been added. The herbs like sudarshan vati, sanjeevani vati, godanti bhasma, tribhuvan kirti ras and mrityunjay ras, tulsi, kutki, chirayata, motha, giloy, daruhaldi, karanja and appamarg have been used to manufacture the ayurvedic antibiotics.

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अखिल भारतीय आयुर्विज्ञान संस्थान (एम्स) के डॉक्टरों ने करीब दो साल लंबी मेहनत के बाद आयुर्वेदिक ‘एंटीबॉयोटिक दवा’ खोजने में सफलता हासिल कर ली है। चर्चित आयुर्वेदिक औषधि मृत्युंजय रस से बनी फीफाट्रोल नाम की यह दवा आम एलोपैथिक एंटीबॉयोटिक से भी कहीं ज्यादा प्रभावी है और इंसान के शरीर में संक्रमण फैलाने वाले बैक्टीरियाओं को निष्क्रिय कर सकती है। एम्स के माइक्रोबॉयोलॉजी विशेषज्ञों ने मार्च, 2017 में डॉ. समरन सिंह के निर्देशन में यह अध्ययन शुरू किया था। समरन सिंह फिलहाल भोपाल एम्स के निदेशक हैं।

कई औषधियों की जांच के बाद फीफाट्रोल में एंटीबॉयोटिक दवा जैसे गुण पाए गए। अध्ययन से जुड़े डॉक्टरों का कहना है कि एंटीबॉयोटिक जैसे गुण होने के बावजूद फीफाट्रोल का कोई दुष्प्रभाव नहीं होता है, जबकि एंटीबॉयोटिक दवाओं के इस्तेमाल से होने वाले दुष्प्रभावों के कारण हीं उनके खिलाफ दुनिया भर में मुहिम चल रही है। जल्द ही यह अध्ययन रिपोर्ट स्वास्थ्य मंत्रालय को सौंपी जाएगी। मंत्रालय के एक वरिष्ठ अधिकारी ने बताया कि इस खोज से सरकार को भी आयुर्वेदिक एंटीबॉयोटिक के रूप में विकल्प मिला है, जिसका इस्तेमाल शहरों से लेकर ग्रामीण स्तर तक स्वास्थ्य सुरक्षा में किया जाएगा।

कई औषधियों का है मिश्रण

फीफाट्रोल में मृत्युंजय रस के अलावा सुदर्शन वटी, संजीवनी वटी, गोदांती भस्म, त्रिभुवन कीर्ति रस शामिल है। इसके अलावा आठ अन्य औषधीय अंशों तुलसी, कुटकी, चिरयात्रा, मोथा, गिलोय, दारुहल्दी, करंज व अप्पामार्ग को भी इसमें मिलाया गया है। करीब 16 तरह के बैक्टीरियल स्ट्रेन को अध्ययन में शामिल किया गया। इनमें से एक स्ट्रेन तो भोपाल एम्स की लैब से ही लिया गया है।

इस तरह बैक्टीरिया पर हावी है फीफाट्रोल

डॉ. समरन सिंह के मुताबिक, स्टैफिलोकोकस प्रजाति के बैक्टीरियाओं के खिलाफ फीफाट्रोल बेहद शक्तिशाली साबित हुई है। स्टैफिलोकोकस बैक्टीरिया त्वचा, श्वसन तथा पेट संबंधी संक्रमणो के लिए जिम्मेदार हैं। जिन लोगों का प्रतिरोधक तंत्र कमजोर होता है, उनमें इसका संक्रमण घातक भी हो सकता है। एक अन्य बैक्टीरिया पी. रुजिनोसा के पर भी यह असरदार रही है। इसके अलावा इकोलाई, निमोनिया, के एरोजेन आदि बैक्टीरिया के प्रति भी इसमें संवेदनशील प्रतिक्रिया देखी गई।

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New Delhi: The AYUSH Ministry is in the process of setting up a nationwide 'AYUSH Grid' connecting all hospitals and laboratories so that case histories and observations can be collated to generate evidence about the efficacy of the traditional systems of medicine, including Ayurveda, sources said.

The move is in line with the government's digital India motto. Prime Minister Narendra Modi too had last week at a Yoga Awards ceremony emphasised on the need to create a homogenous system by setting up 'AYUSH Grid' on the lines of one nation, one tax and one nation, one mobility card.

The Ministry of AYUSH and Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology have already inked a pact to collaborate with each other for digitisation of the AYUSH sector.

Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has agreed to advise and give technical support to AYUSH Ministry for planning and development of the grid project.

"This will be beneficial for all stakeholders of AYUSH including citizens of the country and in turn will help to achieve various national and international goals in the healthcare sector," Dr Rajesh Kotecha, Union Ayush Secretary had said while signing the pact.

The move has been welcomed by the Ayush experts and manufacturers of traditional medicines.

Executive director of AIMIL Pharma Ltd said, "This will instil confidence among people and bring transparency and accountability in the sector at a time when the government is focussing on universal healthcare."The prime minister had pitched for connecting technology with tradition in the practice of AYUSH when he had announced the government's plans to establish 12,500 centres across India which would provide traditional system of healthcare and medicines. Of these, 4,000 of which will be set up this year.

As per the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), the estimated proportion of all deaths due to non-communicable diseases has increased from 37.09% in 1990 to 61.8% in 2016.

An array of ayurvedic drugs are available in the market, with some of them developed by country's prestigious research institutions like the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR).

The CSIR has prepared BGR-34 for diabetes treatment while the DRDO has developed NEERI-KFT for kidney ailments and Leukoskin for leucoderma or white patches.

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