Herbal Remedies for Amyloid Polyneuropathy Disease

ABSTRACT

What is neuropathy? It is a damage of nerves which typically develops numbness, muscle weakness, tingling and pain in the area supplied by the nerve. Neuropathy generally starts in the hands and feet and further it affects the other parts too. One type of neuropathy is peripheral neuropathy which specifies problems in PNS (Peripheral nervous system). This system includes the nerves which lie outside the spinal cord and brain. Both the brain and spinal cord form CNS (Central nervous system) together. The CNS is considered as the control hub of all the functions of the body, so if this system does not work well our body functions are hampered. One such condition which causes vitiation of the Nervous System is Amyloid Polyneuropathy Disease. In this article we will discuss this disease in detail along with its Ayurvedic management.

INTRODUCTION

Amyloid Polyneuropathy is a disease which mainly affects the nervous system. In this condition there is a deposition of too much abnormal protein in the body’s tissues and organs. This abnormal protein is known as amyloid which affects the functioning of the nervous system. This condition is progressive which denotes that it worsens as time passes. This condition develops a variety of symptoms which can affect the senses of the person. The amyloid protein majorly affects the nerves which is helpful in  performing major functions of the body. This is a brief knowledge about Amyloid Polyneuropathy, let’s see what are the causes and symptoms of this condition in detail.

SOME FACTS ABOUT AMYLOID POLYNEUROPATHY DISEASE

Following are the facts to know about Amyloid Polyneuropathy: 

• It is a rare disease but can be fatal.
• It may affect the organs such as kidneys, heart, spleen, liver, digestive tract and nervous system.
• It reduces vitamin A and thyroxine hormone in the bloodstream.
• This condition is caused by an abnormal protein amyloid which is made up of amino acids that folds on itself to form a three dimensional structure.

CAUSES OF AMYLOID POLYNEUROPATHY DISEASE

The major cause of amyloid polyneuropathy disease is gene mutation in the TTR gene. There is an inherited fault in  synthesis of enzyme transthyretin (TTR). This protein is responsible for transport of vitamin A and thyroxine hormone in the bloodstream. This leads to deposition of abnormal protein amyloid in  the bloodstream and invades into the nerves which further causes neuropathy.

SYMPTOMS OF AMYLOID POLYNEUROPATHY DISEASE

Mainly the symptoms of this condition are due to autonomic and sensory dysfunction. Patients with this condition felt the following symptoms

• Painful paresthesias which means unusual sensations
• Numbness
• Balance difficulties
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Urinary Incontinence
• Sweating abnormalities
• Sexual dysfunction

DIAGNOSIS OF AMYLOID POLYNEUROPATHY DISEASE

Diagnosis of Amyloid Polyneuropathy is based on clinical examination, history and some laboratory examinations. These investigations include electromyography and nerve conduction studies. Another thing is skin biopsies for evaluating cutaneous nerve innervation. Another thing is muscle and nerve biopsies that are for histopathological evaluation. The last and major investigation for this is genetic testing to examine the major cause of gene mutation.

AYURVEDIC VIEW OF AMYLOID POLYNEUROPATHY DISEASE

Amyloid Polyneuropathy Disease as the case discussed is one of the genetic disorders which as per Ayurveda is correlated to Beej Dushti. Beej dushti is a defect in male and female gamete at the time of fertilization. Which further leads to dushti in the fetus also. So if the patient has Amyloid Polyneuropathy then if defective genes are inherited during fertilization the baby has a chance of developing the same. In this condition the beej dushti leads to ama dosha accumulation which is the abnormal amyloid protein and furter which invades into the nerves and leads to aggravation of vata dosha. This aggravated vata dosha causes vitiation of normal functioning of the nervous system. So to manage this condition there is a need to eliminate ama dosha from the body and to pacify vata dosha as well. For this purpose following ayurvedic management is provided by Planet Ayurveda. Let’s have a look!!!!

HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA FOR AMYLOID POLYNEUROPATHY DISEASE

Planet Ayurveda is a company which is GMP and ISO certified, serving for many years for various health concerns with Ayurvedic supplements. The remedies by Planet Ayurveda formulated under the guidance of M.D. Ayurveda practitioners. All the supplements are produced while keeping in mind the aim of Ayurveda which is to prevent the health of the healthy person and to alleviate the disease of the diseased person. For the management of Amyloid Polyneuropathy, Planet Ayurveda provides the following remedies which manage the condition by eliminating ama dosha and pacifying vata dosha.

1. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN
2. NEUROGENIE CAPSULES
3. EKANGVIR RASA
4. CHANDRAPRABHA VATI
5. TELO-EXTENSION
6. MORINGA CAPSULES
7. VRIHAT VATCHINTAMANI RAS

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN

Boswellia Curcumin is a capsule formulation by Planet Ayurveda made with standardised extract of two herbs shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and Curcumin (Curcuma longa). These capsules consist of miraculous antioxidant and rejuvenating properties. These capsules are very best in eliminating ama dosha as well as in pacifying vata dosha. Both these are basic requirements of the disease management, so these capsules effectively control the Symptoms of Amyloid Polyneuropathy Disease.

Dosage: 2 capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.

2. NEUROGENIE CAPSULES

Neurogenie Capsules is a miraculous formulation prepared by Planet Ayurveda for maintaining the health of the nervous system. These capsules consist of standardised extracts of herbs such as Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). Both the herbs are one of the best vata pacifying herbs so by pacifying vata dosha symptoms of the disease get reduced. These capsules effectively manage the symptoms such as paresthesias and numbness.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals.

3. EKANGVIR RASA

Ekangvir Rasa is a classical Ayurvedic formulation available in tablet form. These tablets consist of ingredients such as vang bhasma (calyx of tin), abhrak bhasma (Calyx of mica), shunthi (Zingiber officinale) and various others. This formulation has been used since ancient times for various neurological conditions such as paralysis, neuralgia, facial palsy, sciatica and various other vataj conditions. So it effectively assists in the management of Amyloid Polyneuropathy.

Dosage: 1 tablet twice daily with plain water after meals.

4. CHANDRAPRABHA VATI

Chandraprabha Vati is a classical ayurvedic formulation used since ancient times for maintaining renal functions. These tablets consist of various ingredients such as guggul (Commiphora mukul), vacha (Acorus calamus), haridra (Curcuma longa) and various others. These tablets assist in managing the symptoms related to the urinary system such as urinary incontinence. Also chandraprabha vati has pitta pacifying properties which assists in managing the symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.

Dosage: 2 tablets twice daily with plain water after meals.

5. TELO-EXTENSION

Telo-Extension is a formulation by Planet Ayurveda in capsule form. These capsules consist of standardized extract of herbs such as ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), moringa (Moringa oleifera), giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) and various others. These capsules consist of properties such as rejuvenating and nourishing. The rejuvenating properties of these capsules prevents the growth of amyloid protein which is the major cause of this condition. So by eliminating and preventing the accumulation of amyloid protein, telo-extension capsules assist in it

Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals.

6. MORINGA CAPSULES

Moringa Capsules is a single herbal capsule formulation by Planet Ayurveda which consists of standardized extract of moringa (Moringa oleifera). Moringa herbs consist of properties such as vitamin C and potassium. Also Moringa has iron, calcium, protein and amino acid which assists in promoting healthy protein growth and eliminating the abnormal amyloid protein growth in the body.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals.

7. VRIHAT VATCHINTAMANI RAS

Vrihat Vatchintamani Ras is a classical Ayurvedic formulation which has been used for various neurological conditions since ancient times. This formulation prepared by Planet Ayurveda as per mentioned in classical texts with the ingredients such as swarna bhasma (Calyx of gold), praval bhasma (Calyx of coral), mukta bhasma (Calyx of pearl) and various others. This remedy assists in managing various symptoms of Amyloid polyneuropathy by pacifying vata dosha.

Dosage: 1 tablet once daily to be chewed.

CONCLUSION

Amyloid Polyneuropathy is a disease which mainly affects the nervous system. In this condition there is a deposition of too much abnormal protein in the body’s tissues and organs. The major cause of amyloid polyneuropathy disease is gene mutation in the TTR gene. Symptoms of Amyloid polyneuropathy include Painful paresthesias which means unusual sensations, Numbness, Balance difficulties, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhoea, etc. As per Ayurveda there is no direct correlation of this disease. It involves accumulation of ama dosha which gets invaded into nerves and with vitiation of vata dosha leads to various symptoms related to the nervous system. So as per Ayurveda this condition can be managed by eliminating ama dosha from the body and pacifying vata dosha too. For this purpose Planet Ayurveda provides you with various herbal and herbomineral remedies that help in managing the condition without any side effects.