DENGUE

OVERVIEW

Dengue is a disease which is caused by the bite of a female mosquito of the group Aedes aegypti. The disease is mostly prevalent in tropical and subtropical areas of the world. When an infected female mosquito bites, it transmits the dengue virus in the blood of the person. There are four subtypes of the dengue virus. It is not a contagious disease. The symptoms are usually flu-like but the severe form is life-threatening. The severe form is known as dengue hemorrhagic fever.

The treatment of dengue usually involves prevention. But when infected, increased amounts of fluid are given.

SYMPTOMS OF DENGUE

The symptoms of dengue appear after 4 to 6 days of infection. They last for near about 10 days. When symptoms are mild, they are flu-like and can be mistaken by having a viral infection. The common signs and symptoms of dengue are:

• Sudden onset of high fever
• Headache
• Severe muscle and joint pain
• Extreme body weakness
• Nausea
• Feeling of fullness
• Vomiting
• Pain behind the eyes
• Bleeding gums
• Skin rashes
• Difficulty in breathing
• Nose bleeding
• Bruising
• Abdominal pain
• Restlessness
• Irritability
• Presence of blood in stools
• Liver enlargement

RISK FACTORS OF DENGUE

The person develops more risk of developing the disease due to the following factors:

• Living in tropical and subtropical areas such as Southeast Asia, Africa, Latin America, etc
• Had a previous infection of dengue

COMPLICATIONS OF DENGUE

The complications which are associated with dengue are:

• Internal bleeding
• Damage to organs
• Sudden drop of blood pressure
• Premature birth
• Shock death

PREVENTION OF DENGUE

With some of the simple steps, dengue can be prevented:

• Wearing protective clothing
• Using mosquito repellant
• Avoid stagnation of water in coolers, flower pots or the surrounding areas
• Keeping the windows closed during evening
• Staying in air-conditioned houses

DIAGNOSIS OF DENGUE

The doctor will do a blood test and look for viral infection and count of platelets. He will look for signs and symptoms of the disease. He will ask the patient’s travel history to know whether he has come from tropical area.

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTER’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF DENGUE

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh ayurved center which are used for the treatment of dengue:

1. Platfer Tablet

Platfer Tablet Boosts platelet count and reverse the thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) associated with dengue. It decreases the peripheral platelet destruction and strengthens the host immune system. Platfer tablets also helps reduce fever (antipyretic property) and protect the liver (hepatoprotective property). This herbal combination is prepared from herbs like Papaya (Carica papaya) and Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) which increases the platelet counts naturally. It provides good and effective results for patients. It increases the physical and mental strength of a person and builds up immunity.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.

2. Giloy Capsules

As the name suggested “Giloy” is the main ingredient of this medicine. It is a potent immuno-modulator herb. It is beneficial for improving the immunity and prevents from common infections. These tablets provide palliative treatment in fever. The vati reduces Kapha dosha, pacifies Vata and detoxifies the Pitta dosha. It is beneficial in general weakness, recurrent infections, periodic fever syndrome, etc.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 capsules twice a day with normal water.

3. Amrit Tulsi Ras

This herbal preparation is in drops form prepared from five types of Tulsi. Shama Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Rama Tulsi (Ocimum gratissimum), Kapoor Tulsi (Ocimum canum), Shwet Tulsi (Ocimum basilicum), Nimba Tulsi (Ocimum citriodorum) that provides good result in all allergic reactions.

Recommended Dosage: Take two to three drops twice daily.

4. Liver care Syrup

Liver Care syrup helps in balancing Pitta dosha. This Syrup enhances regeneration of liver cells, promote functions of liver, and improve blood flow from the liver. It helps in the treatment of fatty liver, liver cirrhosis, Hepatitis, hepatomegaly, and obstructive Jaundice. CAC Liver Care syrup contains Ingredients like Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kutaki(Picrorhiza kurroa), Bhumi amla( phyllanthus niruri), Giloy(Tinopora Cordifolia), Yavakshar( Hordeum vulgare), Imli Kshar( Tamarindus indica), Mukta Shukta pisti etc. These herbs shows Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, Hepato-protective, properties. This syrup improves digestion, enhances appetite.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily.

5. Trikatu Tablet

Trikatu Tablet is a hebo-mineral tablet of 650 MG and is purely Ayurvedic formulation. CAC Trikatu Tablet helps to eliminate excess Kapha or mucous from the body, supports respiratory system, manages weight, helps to take out impurities or ama from the body, supports healthy detoxification, reduces swelling. It shows anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant, antioxidant properties. This tablet is made up of equal parts of three herbs such as Pippali (Piper longum), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), & Marich (Piper nigrum) that maintains the metabolism in the body. The regular use of this tablet balances the thyroxine hormone and treats hyperthyroidism naturally. It is an Appetizer and it improves digestion, supports normal gastric function, and normal circulation.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablets twice a day with normal water.