URINARY TRACT INFECTION AND ITS AYURVEDIC TREATMENT

INTRODUCTION

Urinary tract infection is the infection of the urinary tract or urinary system. Urinary system consists of kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder and urethra. However, the lower tract of urinary system is more commonly affected.  Urethra and urinary bladder are at more risk. E.coli is the main causal organism of urinary tract infection. Frequent urination, burning sensation during urination and pain in lower abdomen are some of the most common symptoms of urinary tract infections.

Women are more prone to urinary tract infection as compared to men due to their small length of urethra. There are several treatment options available for it but when not treated, it can lead to serious health problems.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS?

Urinary tract infections occur when there is presence of bacteria in the urinary system. The urinary system has a defense mechanism which prevents urinary tract infections and keeps bacteria out. But when due to some reason, this defense barrier gets broken down, there occurs urinary tract infections. Infection of urethra and urinary bladder are the most common type of urinary tract infections.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS?

There are various factors which make a person more prone to urinary tract infections. Following are the risk factors of urinary tract infections:

• Females are at more risk as compared to men because they have short length of urethra
• Increased sexual activity
• After menopause
• Using birth control measures such as diaphragms, spermicidal creams, etc
• Any defect in urinary tract
• Presence of kidney stones in urinary tract
• Enlargement of prostate gland
• Weakened immune system
• Prolonged use of catheter
• Any surgical procedure of the urinary tract

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS?

The common signs and symptoms of urinary tract infections are:

• Burning sensation during urination
• Foul odor in urine
• A strong urge to urinate
• Frequent urination
• Small amount of urine passes
• Turbid urine
• Presence of blood in urine
• Pain in lower abdomen
• Tightness in pelvis
• Feeling tired
• Fever
• Chills
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Confusion

WHAT ARE THE POTENTIAL COMPLICATIONS OF URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS?

Following are the complications which are associated with urinary tract infections:

• Frequent infections of the urinary tract
• Delivering a premature infant
• Narrowing of urethra due to frequent infections
• Permanent kidney damage
• Sepsis

MANAGEMENT OF URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS WITH THE MEDICATIONS OF CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh Ayurved centre which are used for the treatment of urinary tract infections:

1. Liver Care Tablet

The Liver care tablet of CAC is a herbo mineral pure ayurvedic formulation. It mainly works in balancing pitta doshas. liver care tablet consists of ingredients like Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kutaki(Picrorhiza kurroa), Bhumi amla( Phyllanthus niruri), Giloy(Tinospora Cordifolia), Yavakshar( Hordeum vulgare), Imli Kshar( Tamarindus indica), Mukta Shukta pisti etc. Its main function is to improve the circulation of blood. it works against burning sensation of urine, removes urinary infection and other inflammatory conditions.

Dosage: Take one tablet twice daily with plain water after a meal.

2. UTI Care Tablet

It’s a 650 mg pure herbo mineral ayurvedic formulation. it treats the root cause of diseases without any side effects. along with the UTI problem it also treats problems related to kidney, urinary bladder, urethra and ureters. it consists of ingredients like Yavakshar (Hordeum vulgare)   -200 mg, Kalmi Shora (Potassium nitrate) -150 mg, Nuashadar (Ammonium chloride) -150 mg, Swarna Gairik (Red ochre) -150 mg. It removes the kidney stones, renal colic, painful micturition, hypertension, and burning sensation during the passage of urine. it has antioxidant and anti -inflammatory properties. also useful in dysuria, pelvic pain, urine incontinence, foul odor, etc.

Dosage: take 1 tablet twice daily with plain water after meal.

3. Trikatu Syrup

Trikatu syrup is pure ayurvedic formulation comprises of mainly three herbs such as Pippali (Piper longum), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), & Marich (Piper nigrum). the main function of trikatu syrup is it removes excess of Kapha doshas and supports the respiratory system, help to reduce body weight and hence detoxifies the body. it has anti-inflammatory , analgesic and antioxidant properties. It boosts metabolism and works in dysuria, painful micturition, and reduce inflammation of the kidney occurs due to any diseases. It is free from chemicals, additives, colors and fillers.
Dosage: 2 tsp twice daily before a meal.

4. Detox Premium Powder

It is purely a herbal formulation that helps to reduce inflammation and burning sensation caused due to UTI infection. It has an anti-inflammatory action. It also helps to remove toxins due to its antioxidant properties. It comprises of  Moti Pishti, Parwal Pishti, Shukta Pishti, Giloy Satav, Kamdudha Ras, Jahar Mohra, Akik Pishti, Gandhak Rasayan, Shankh Bhasma, Sutshekhar Ras, Sudhyog Tab, Shwet Parpati, Yavakshaar. It has an antibacterial action and provides cooling and calming effect to the body.

Dosage:Take one sachet twice a day with normal plain water.

5. Sheet Dhara

It is pure herbo mineral ayurvedic formulation which works on doshas of the body especially pitta  doshas. It mainly consists of herbs like Ajwaion, Kapur (camphor) and Mint leaves that provide a cooling effect and helps to reduce burning sensation during micturition. it also controls mood swings, bloating and nausea.

Dosage: Take 1/2 or 1 teaspoon of sheet dhara twice daily empty stomach.