Jwar Nashak Kwath  is herbal  Ayurvedic Proprietary Medicine from Patanjali Divya Pharmacy. It is used to treat fever. It can be taken in dengue fever.

Ingredients of Jwar Nashak Kwath

Giloy, Kalmegh, Chirayata, Kutki, Neem, Ashwagandha, Tulsi, Jalnimb, Haldi

Uses of Jwar Nashak Kwath

• Dengue
• Chickenguniea
• Malaria
• Other types of Fever

Dosage of Jwar Nashak Kwath

Take 1 teaspoon or 5 grams in 400 ml water. Cook at low flama till volume reduces to one fourth. Then strain and divide in two doses. Take twice a day.

Chikungunya fever is mosquito borne diseases. It is caused by biting of virus carrying Aedes mosquitoes. Its incubation period is 3 to 7 days. Then following symptoms appears

• Headaches, chills
• Fever of 104 degree Celsius.
• Pain in muscles, joints
• Nausea, vomiting
• Joints of finger, wrist, knees, toes, ankles gets inflamed and painful to touch
  Skin rashes

It occurs in two phases. First fever appears for few days. Then in second phase rheumatoid arthritis like condition appear which may remain for few months. It affects muscle and joint. In Allopath there is only symptomatic treatment available for Chikangunia. The medicines are given for reducing pain and fever.

• Yog guru Swami Ramdev recommends Ayurvedic treatment for Chikangunia. This is done using Ayurvedic medicines to give relief in arthritis like condition. 
  Ayurvedic Treatment of Chikangunia
  Take 2 tablets of giloy Ghan Vati twice a day. For children give 1 tablet twice a day.
• Take Jwarnashak vati or Jwarnashak Kwath and Mahasudarshan ghan vati.
• Chikangunia causes arthritis like condition. In such case take Ashwagandha Capsule, Shilajit Rasayana,  Chandraprabha vati.

Those who suffer from weakness in muscles and joints due to chikangunia for long duration should take Shilajit Rasayana, Chandraprabha vati and Kaishore guggul.

Jwar Nashak vati is herbomineral Ayurvedic Proprietary Medicine from Patanjali Divya Pharmacy. It is used to treat fever. It is also used to treat dengue fever. It contains Giloy, Tulsi, neem, haldi etc which have antipyretic effect on body.

Ingredients of Jwar Nashak vati

Giloy, Tulsi, Neem, HAldi,Kutki, Chirayata, Kalmegh, JAl nimb, Ashwagandha, Ark root, Dronpushpi, Lavang, Dalchini, Kakdasingi, Rudanti, Akarkara, Amrita sat, Sanjeevani Vati
Kapardak Bhasma, Abhrak Bhasma, Trikatu, Tankan Bhasma, Muktashukti BHasma
Excipients: Gum acacia, Talcum

Uses of Jwar Nashak vati

• Cough, Cold
• Acute and chronic fever, Dengue fever
• Bronchitis

Dosage of Jwar Nashak vati

1 tablet twice a day or as directed by physician.

Mahasudarshan Ghan Vati is classical Ayurvedic medicine which is used to treat fever. This medicine is also useful in treating cold, cough, allergies and loss of appetite.

Ingredients of Mahasudarshan Ghan Vati

Triphala, Haridra, Daruharidra, Kantakari,Brhati, Karcura, Sunthi, Marica, Pippali,Murva, Guduchi, Dhanvayasa, Katuka, Parpata, Musta, Trayamanag, Hrivera, Nimba (chhal), Puskara, Yasti, Kutaja, Yavani, Indrayava, Bharang, Sigru, Saurastri, Vaca, Tvak, Padmaka, Svetacandana, Ativisa, Bala, Salaparn, Prsniparni, Vidanga, Tagara, Citraka, Devadaru, Cavya, Patola, Lavanga, Vamsa, Kamala, Ashwagantha, Tejapatra, Jatiphala, Sthauneya , Vidarikand , kiratatikta

Uses of Mahasudarshan Ghan Vati

• All type of fever
• Cold, cough, allergies
• Asthma, chronic respiratory infections, throat infection
• Dyspepsia, Loss of appetite
• Nausea

Dosage of Mahasudarshan Ghan Vati

1-2 tablets twice a day after meals with water or as directed by physician.

Nityam Churna is Ayurvedic medicine from Zandu Pharmaceuticals Works Ltd. It is an Ayurvedic laxative which is used to treat chronic constipation and easy bowel motion in piles. This medicine is prepared from herbs which are well known in Ayurveda for treating constipation such as harad, amla, bhaheda, saunf, erand etc.

Ingredients of Nityam Churna

Each 100 gm contains Sonamukhi-50gm, Shiva-6 gm, Yashtimadhu-5gm, Saunf-9gm, Trifala-9gm, Sanchal-18gm, Erand tail -1g excipients

Uses of Nityam Churna

• Chronic constipation
• Flatulence, gas, nausea
• Acidity
• Piles

Dosage of Nityam Churna

1 to 2 teaspoon at before sleep with water. Children can be given half this dosage.

Hiccups are noisy intake of air caused due to involuntary contraction of diaphragm. It is not harmful abut uncomfortable. Hiccups may be caused due to overeating, alcoholic beverage, carbonated drinks, swallowing air, stress or some medical condition.

Here are few tips to get rid of hiccups

• Take deep full breath and stop for few seconds. Do not exhale and again take small breath. Repeat again without exhaling. After few such breathes exhale. This builds air pressure and thus helps to cure hiccups.
• Take deep breath then exhale forcefully.
• Slowly drink water.
• Take cardamom powder with honey.
• Put one teaspoon of sugar in mouth and swallow.

It is better to seek professional advice if you suffer from hiccups for more than 2 days.

Vishtinduk Vati is Ayurvedic medicine in tablet form which is used to treat various ailments of different types such as digestive problems, nerve disorders, sexual problems and liver related problems. It is prepared from Vishtinduk (Strichnus Nux-vomica). It is a nerve tonic and very useful in treating nerve pain and disorders.

Ingredients of Vishtinduk Vati

Vishtinduk (Strichnus Nux-vomica)

Uses of Vishtinduk Vati

• Dyspepsia, Diarrhoea, Intestinal Colic
• Lumbago, local Paralysis, acute nerve pain
• Sexual Debility, Erectile dysfunction
• Jaundice, Hepatitis, Liver Congestion
• Enlargement of the Spleen
• Dropsy

Dosage of Vishtinduk Vati

1 tablet twice a day or as directed by physician.

Zandu Balm is proprietary Ayurvedic medicine from Zandu Pharmaceuticals Works Ltd. It is used externally to get relief from body pain, head ache and cold. It is prepared using oil of gaultheria ( Oil of wintergreen) which is used to treat aches and pain in body. This oil is obtained by steam distillation of leaves of Gaultheria. The chief ingredient of this oil is methyl salicylate. The other ingredient is menthol. This combination is useful in treating aches. It has anti-inflammatory and cooling effect.

Ingredients of Zandu Balm

Menthol 16%, Oil of Gaultheria 10%.

Uses of Zandu Balm

• Aches and pains of the muscles, joints
• Backache
• Sprains (Moch)
• Pain caused by sciatica,  other rheumatic conditions

How to use Zandu Balm

For external use ONLY.  Apply on affected parts and massage.
Cautions:
Keep away from eyes, sensitive areas, cut and irritated skin, genitals. Wash your hands immediately after applying this medicine. Apply only up to four times a day.  Do a patch test before using.

Infee is Ayurvedic medicine from Zandu Pharmaceuticals Works Ltd. It is an Ayurvedic preparation for new born and infants. It contains extracts of medicinal herbs mulethi and giloy. Giloy is rasayana which helps to cure infections and build immunity to fight infections. Mulethi (liquorice) is useful in treating respiratory and digestive disorders.

Ingredients of Zandu Infee

Each 5ml contains - Aqueous extract from Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra) 400 mg Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) 300 mg in a flavoured syrupy base

Uses of Zandu Infee

• Repeated respiratory infections like cold, cough
• Digestive system infections
• Building immunity to fight infections
• Proper child growth
• Helps in quick recovery

Dosage of Zandu Infee

For new born and infants give 5-10 drops twice a day. For children give 1/2 to 1 teaspoonful with water.

Zandu Vigorex is herbomineral Ayurvedic medicine from Zandu Pharmaceuticals Works Ltd. It is an Ayurvedic male tonic for increasing stamina, energy, vigour and blood circulation. It is prepared from well-known male tonics of Ayurveda such as Ashwagandha, Satavari, Gokharu,  Kaunch beej, Safed Musali and minerals Shilajit, Swarna bhasma etc.

Ingredients of Zandu Vigorex

Each capsule contains: Dry extracts of Mucuna pruriens., Asparagus., Tribulus terrestris., Withania somnifera, Black asphaltum, Myristica fragrans, Yasad Bhasma, Abhrak Bhasma, Praval Bhasma, Svarna Bhasma, Suddha Karpur

Uses of Zandu Vigorex

• Fatigue, stress
• Loss of stamina
• Physical weakness
• Low energy level

Dosage of Zandu Vigorex

1 tablet twice a day with milk.

Karpooradi Choornam is Ayurvedic medicine which is used for treating upper respiratory tract infections. It is prepared from medicinal herbs such as karpoor, jaiphal, dalchini, elaichi, jeera etc which are good for respiratory as well as digestive problems. This medicine can be taken twice a day in large doses or in smaller doses throughout the day.

Ingredients of Karpooradi Choornam

Cinnamomum camphora, Myristica malabarica, Cedrus deodara,Glycyrrhiza glabra, Miristica fragrans,  Black Antimony, Zingiber officinale, Trachispermum roxburghianum, Cuminum cyminum, Elettaria cardamomum, Piper cubeba, Gynandropsis gynandra, Piper longum, Tinospora cordifolia, Symplocos racemosa, Piper nigrum, Cinnamomum zeylanicum, Cinnamomum zeylanicum, Anacyclus pyrethrum, Syzygium aromaticum, Cyperus rotundus, Vetveria zizanioides, Cissampelos pareira, Saussurea lappa, Alpinia calcarata,  Flacourtia jangomas, Coleus vettiveroides

Uses of Karpooradi Choornam

• Cough,  cold, chest congestion, sneezing, hoarseness of voice
• Bronchitis, asthma
• Indigestion, anorexia
• Loss of appetite, nausea

Dosage of Karpooradi Choornam

5-10 gm with honey twice a day or as directed by physician.

kasisadi Ghrita is Ayurevedic medicated ghee which is used to treat skin problems. It is applied externally on affected parts. It acts as antiseptic and helps in quicker healing.

Ingredients of kasisadi Ghrita

kasisa , haldi , daruharidra , haritala , manahsila , kamillaka , gandhaka , vidang , guggul-suddha , sikthaka ,kalimirch , kusth , tutthaka , gaura sarsapa , rasanjana , sindura , saral , rakta chandan , neem tejpatra , karanj , saariva , vacha , manjishtha , mamsi , shirish , lodhra , padmak , harad , chakramard and ghrita

Uses of kasisadi Ghrita

• Ulcers, Piles, bhagandar (fissure in ano)
• Scabies, Eczema, Ringworms, leprosy
• Herpes, gonorrhoea
• Gout, swelling

How to use kasisadi Ghrita

This ghee is for EXTERNAL use only. To be applied on the affected parts.

Agastya, Agati or Sesbania is tree native to India. It is found throughout India, Malaysia, Indonesia and Philippines. It has tamarind tree like leaves and big flowers.  Its leaves contain fibre, iron, calcium, carbohydrate, protein, fibre, fat, vitamin B1, vitamin A and vitamin C and essential amino acids etc.
Agastya is considered very sacred in Ayurveda. Its various parts are used to treat different ailments. Its leaves can be used to treat fever of all types.  It is without any side effect. Its leaves can be used even to treat a new born. The leaves of this tree are tridoshnask.

General Information

Its flowers are of white, red, or yellow colour. For medicinal purpose white flower tree is used. Agastya leaves and flowers are edible. Its flower can be used to prepare pakodas and Gulkand. Its leaves can be used to prepare vegetables. Its leaves are very rich in vitamin A.
Latin: Sesbania grandiflora (syn. Aeschynomene grandiflora, Agati grandiflora)
Genus: Sesbania
Family: Fabaceae
Sanskrit: Augastya, Munidrum
Hindi: Agustiya, August, agati
English: Sesbane, Hummingbird Tree, Agathi
Gujrati: Augthiyo
Marathi: Augse gida, Hadga
Kannada:  Agastya
Tamil: Agati
Telugu: Agise
Myanmar: Pauk-pan-phyu, Pauk-pan-ni
Other common names: Australian Corkwood Tree, Flamingo Bill, Sesban, Swamp Pea, Tiger Tongue, West Indian Pea, White Dragon Tree

Here are few remedies that can be done at home using Augastya to cure various ailments.

• Abdominal gas, indigestion, stomach disorders in new-born and children

  Take white Agastya flowers and extract its juice. Give 1-2 teaspoons to baby to cure abdominal gas and irritability. It also causes bowel motion in baby.

• Physical weakness, sexual debility, digestive problems

  Prepare Gulkand of its flower and take regularly to cure weakness of any type.
  Or dry its flower and grind to make powder. Take 1 spoon powder with equal amount misri and milk.

• Leucorrhoea (Shwet pradar or white discharge), Raktapradar

  This is herbal remedy to cure leucorrhoea. Take Agastya dried flower powder with milk regularly.

• Infection in uterus, itching burning sensation in vagina

  Take Agastya leaves and extract its juice. Soak cotton in this juice and put inside vagina. This cures vaginal infection.
  Or boil Agastya leaves with Neem leaves and add alum. Use this water to wash vagina.

• Improving eyesight, eye related problem

  Extract Agastya leaves juice and put few drops in eyes to cure eye related problems.

• Migraine, sinusitis, catarrh, cough

  Extract Agastya leaves or flower juice and put few drops in nose  to cure migraine. 

• Constipation

  Boil leaves and flowers of Agastya in water. Cook for few minutes, filter and dink.

• Ulcerative colitis, inflammation in intestine, piles

  Extract Agastya leaves juice and take 3-4 spoonful empty stomach in morning  and evening. Do not eat for an hour after taking the extract.

• Fever of all type, visham jwar (intermittent fever), food poisoning

  Prepare decoction of Agastya leaf with few leaves of tulsi and black pepper by boiling in 400 ml water till volume reduces to one fourth. Take twice a day.

Herbs are very beneficial in treating various ailments. These are free from any side effect if taken in recommended doses and used in proper ways. Here are given few medicinal herbs that help in curing various skin problems. These home remedies are easy to use and are very effective.

Neem

Neem can be used internally and externally for treating skin disease. Chewing few leaves of neem helps to purify blood and cures skin problems. Its leaves are antiseptic and its juice can be applied on acne, pimples. This helps to cure pimples. For eczema bark can be applied on affected areas. Its leaves infusion can be used for washing wounds, boils which helps in fast healing.

Tulsi

For treating pimples acne extract fresh juice of tulsi leaves and apply on pimples for few minutes and then wash off.

Sadabahar (Catharanthus)

You can use Catharanthus leaves for treating boils, ulcers etc. For this purpose chew leaves (2-3) or swallow leaves of Catharanthus. It helps in blood purification.

Karela (Momordica charantia)

Extract Karela fruit or Karela leaves juice and drink regularly to purify blood and cure various skin problems such as psoriasis, eczema etc. It is also helpful in treating liver problems, jaundice, improving liver function.
Also external application of mixed juice of Karela leaves with Neem leaves is effective in treating itching, eczema.

Gambhari ( gmelina arborea Roxb)

For treating Urticaria or sheet pitta mix Gambhari fruit powder with misri (1:1 ratio) and take regularly.

Mahamarichyadi taila is Ayurvedic herbal oil which is used for treating skin diseases. It has antiseptic and antifungal properties that help in curing skin diseases. This oil is only for external application.   

Ingredients of Mahamarichyadi taila

Manjistha, Haridra, Marica, Trivrt, Dantimula, Gomayarasa, Devadaru,Jatamamsi, Daruharidra, Kustha, Indravaruni Mula, Asuddha Haritala, Citrakamul, Kalihari, Vidanga, Cakramarda Bija, Sirisa, Kutaja, Nimba, Saptaparni, Guduchi, Aragvadha, Musta, Khadira, Pippali, Vaca, Jyotismati, Vatsanabha, Goumutra.

Uses of Mahamarichyadi taila

• Leucoderma, leprosy, psoriasis
• Itching,acne, septic wounds, ulcers
• Ringworm
• Eczema
• Scabies and other skin diseases

How to use mahamarichyadi taila

This oil is for external application only and should be applied on affected parts.
This medicine is also known as Mahamarichyadi tel or oil.

Rajanyamalakadi tablet is herbal Ayurvedic medicine which is used for treating diabetes. It has anti-diabetic, anti-oxidant, hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic effects.
It is prepared using turmeric, amla and salacia.  All three ingredients used have anti-diabetic effect on body. This is herbal medicine which helps to control blood sugar level and improve overall health.

Ingredients of Rajanyamalakadi vati

Curcuma longa haldi, Emblica officinalis amla, Salacia oblonga Pitika

Uses of Rajanyamalakadi vati

• Useful in controlling diabetes
• Controls blood sugar levels
• Reduces fasting blood sugar level

Dosage of Rajanyamalakadi vati

1-2 tablets twice a day before meals or as directed by physician.

Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia) is medicinal herb which is used in preparation of various Ayurvedic medicines. In Ayurveda it is describes as most important blood purifier. It is a climbing vine and its roots are used for medicinal purpose. It is helpful in removing toxins or Ama present in blood. These toxins are responsible for various skin diseases and joint disorders. Manjishtha helps in balancing aggravated pitta in body. It is hot in potency.  Manjishtha has astringent, thermogenic, antidysenteric,  galactopurifier, rejuvenating and anthelmintic activities.

General Information

Latin name: Rubia cordifolia Linn. sensu Hook. f. (Rubiaceae)
Sanskrit: Manjistha, Kama meshika, Yojanavalli
Hindi: Manjistha, Manjit
English: Indian Madder
Kannada: Chitravalli
Malayalam: Manchatti, Manjatti
Tamil: Ceevalli
Telugu: Tamravalli
Trade name: Indian Madder

Benefits and uses of Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia)

• It is a tonic.
• It is excellent in treating skin problems such as uneven pigmentation of skin, hyperpigmentation, pimples, scabies, skin allergies, eczema etc.
• It is useful in reducing swelling of joints like in rheumatoid arthritis.
• It improves appetite and useful in treating diarrhoea, dysentery, bleeding ulcers, dyspepsia, parasitic worms etc.
• It improves body immunity to fight infections.
• It is helpful in purifying breast milk.
• It is helpful in treating fevers, intestinal ulcers and recurrent urinary tract infection UTI.

You can buy Pure herb extract from Himalaya Drug Company in tablet form.
Himalaya Manjishtha tablet contain 250 mg extract of Rubia cordifolia.

Insomnia or sleeplessness is sleep disorder in which person is unable to sleep at night. This affects person's day to day life. Lack of sleep causes fatigue, irritability, poor quality of life and other ailments in body. There are numerous reasons for this sleep disorder. The common reasons for sleeplessness (anidra in hindi) include psychological, social, stress, anxiety, phobia, medical condition, illness etc.
Ayurveda considers this problem result of imbalance of vata. Aggravated vata (wind) causes various health problems including this condition.    For treatment of insomnia it is necessary to cure underlying reason.

Natural treatment of insomnia

• Ashwagandha churna (1/2 tsp) with honey at night is a traditional remedy for good sleep.
• Drink Brahmi tea or take Brahmi vati at night.
• Massage scalp with herbal oil.
• Drink Ayurvedic preparation Draksasava with water.
• Amla juice is also good for constipation and relaxing mind. Drink this juice 25-50 ml before going to bed.
• Have a nutritious diet with plenty of pulses, fruits and vegetables. Avoid refined flour, cheese, junk foods that cause constipation. Vitamin B and C are necessary for nervous system and both are water soluble. Therefore maintain daily requirement of body by having appropriate diet.
• Drink a glass of lukewarm milk before going to bed.
• Regularly do panayam (deep breathing) twice a day. This supplies fresh oxygen to mind and body that helps in relaxation. This calms mind and cures tension and stress.
• Regularly do exercise such as walking, jogging etc.
• Avoid sleeping during day time.
• Take dinner two hours before going to bed.
• Drink water throughout the day and avoid drinking water after 7 pm.

Medicinal plants are very useful in controlling diabetes. There are certain herbs which are traditionally used for maintaining blood sugar level in Indi. These can be used by individuals suffering from diabetes or are pre diabetic who are at increased risk of developing diabetes in future. This does not pose any side effect and have no negative effect on body.

Methi (Trigonella foenum-graecum)

Methi improves glycemic control and decreases insulin resistance in diabetes. Fenugreek seeds contain an amino acid which increases glucose stimulated insulin release by pancreas. Its regular use decreases blood glucose levels and improves glucose metabolism.  You can use fenugreek seeds in two ways. You may soak one spoon methi seeds in water at night. Next day chew these seeds. Methi sprouts can also be taken. Or grind methi seeds to make powder. Take one teaspoonful daily in morning.

Kala jeera (Bunium persicum)

Kala jeera has hypoglycemic activity and it helps in managing blood sugar level. Take (1/2 tsp) after meal.

Chirata (Swertia chirayita)

Chirata stimulates insulin release from pancreas.
Prepare decoction of Chirayata in water and take for 2 weeks.

Amla (Emblica officinals)

Prepare a powder by mixing equal amount of amla churna and haldi. It is helpful in reducing fasting sugar.

Karela (Momordica charantia)

Karela has antidiabetic and antihyperglycemic activities.
Drink karela juice (1/2 cup) in morning.

Neem (Azadirachta indica)

Neem leaves has anti-diabetic, anti-bacterial, antimalarial, antifertility, hepatoprotective and antioxidant effects.

Chew 5 Neem leaves in the morning.

Tulsi or Holy basil (Ocimum sanctum)

Tulsi leaves show reduction in fasting blood glucose, uronic acid, total amino acid, total cholesterol and triglyceride.   Tulsi leaves also have antiasthemitic, antistress, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, antitumor, gastric antiulcer activity, antioxidant, antimutagenic and immunostimulant activities. Chew 5 Tulsi leaves in the morning.

Bel or Bilva ( Aegle Marmelops)

Bel or Bilva leaves improves digestion and reduces blood sugar and urea, serum cholesterol.
Chew 5 Bilva leaves in the morning.

Sadabahar (Catharanthus Roseus)

Sadabahar has anti-hyperglycemic effect which lowers glucose levels in the blood.
Chew 10 sadabahar leaves in the morning.

Curry leaves (Murraya Koenigii)

Curry leaves hypoglycemic effect and these also prevent synthesis of glucose in the body from non-carbohydrate sources and breakdown of glycogen.
Chew 10 curry leaves in the morning.

Diabecon is herbomineral medicine by Himalaya drug Company for non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. This medicine increases utilization of glucose and reduces blood sugar in blood.  
Diabecon is herbal preparation which contains various herbs including jamun, Punarnava, giloy, tulsi, bhuiamla , karela etc.

Ingredients of Diabecon

Gymnema sylvestre, Pterocarpus marsupium, Glycyrrhiza glabra, Casearia esculenta, Syzygium cumini, Asparagus racemosus, Boerhavia diffusa, Sphaeranthus indicus, Tinospora cordifolia, Swertia chirata, Tribulus terrestris, Phyllanthus amarus, Gmelina arborea, Gossypium herbaceum, Berberis aristata, Aloe vera, Triphala, Commiphora wightii, shilajeet, Momordica charantia, Piper nigrum, Ocimum sanctum, Abutilon indicum, Curcuma longa, Rumex maritimus

Benefits of Diabecon in diabetes

• Herbal medicine for diabetes
• Increase insulin secretion
• Reduces high glucose content in the blood
• Increase hepatic and muscle glucagon contents
• Minimizes long term diabetic complications
• Antioxidant

Dosage of Diabecon

2 tablets thrice a day or as directed by physician.