What is Ulcerative Colitis? Common Causes and Ayurvedic its Treatment

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and ulcers in the lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum. The exact cause is unknown, but several factors may contribute to its development:

1. Immune System Dysfunction: An abnormal immune response causes the immune system to attack the cells in the digestive tract.
2. Genetic Predisposition: A family history of IBD increases the risk.
3. Environmental Triggers: Diet, stress, and lifestyle factors might contribute to flare-ups.
4. Microbial Imbalance: An imbalance in gut flora may trigger inflammation.
5. Stress and Emotional Factors: Chronic stress and emotional disturbances can worsen symptoms.

Ayurvedic Perspective on Ulcerative Colitis

In Ayurveda, ulcerative colitis is often associated with an imbalance in Pitta dosha, specifically an aggravated Pitta that affects the digestive system, leading to inflammation and ulcers in the colon. It is also linked to Rakta dhatu (blood tissue) and can involve vitiation of Vata dosha, which affects the colon’s function.

Ayurvedic Protocol for Treating Ulcerative Colitis

Ayurvedic treatment aims to balance the aggravated doshas, heal the ulcers, and restore digestive health.

Key Strategies:

1. Dietary Changes:
• Pitta-pacifying Diet: Avoid spicy, acidic, and fried foods. Include cooling, soothing, and easily digestible foods like rice, ghee, and coconut water.
• Buttermilk: Fresh buttermilk with a pinch of turmeric is beneficial.
• Avoid Raw Foods: Stick to well-cooked, warm foods to reduce strain on the colon.
2. Lifestyle Adjustments:
• Stress Management: Incorporate yoga, pranayama, and meditation to reduce stress.
• Regular Meal Times: Maintain regular eating habits to support digestive health.
3. Herbal Remedies:
• Bilva (Aegle marmelos): Strengthens the colon lining and reduces inflammation.
• Kutaja (Holarrhena antidysenterica): Has potent anti-inflammatory and astringent properties, reducing diarrhea and bleeding.
• Nagarmotha (Cyperus rotundus): Balances Pitta and Vata, reduces inflammation.
• Musta (Cyperus rotundus): Anti-inflammatory and cooling, helps in reducing Pitta imbalance.
• Dhania (Coriandrum sativum): Soothing for the digestive tract and helps in cooling down Pitta.
4. Panchakarma Therapies:
• Virechana (Therapeutic Purgation): To eliminate excess Pitta from the system.
• Basti (Medicated Enema): Especially Anuvasana Basti (oil-based enema) to soothe and heal the colon.

Main Ayurvedic Formulations for Ulcerative Colitis

Ulcerative colitis is auto-immune disease that causes ulcers and irritation in large intestine of individual. Inflammation usually starts from the rectum and can spread to the colon. This condition comes under group of conditions called Inflammatory bowel disease. There are some factors that contributes to development of this condition like intake of high fat diet , use of NSAIDs , family history of inflammatory bowel disease. Individual with this condition experience symptoms like diarrhea, fatigue, nausea, weight loss, abdominal pain, anemia etc. Person may develop symptoms like fever, blood , pus or mucus in stool, mouth sores , liver disorder etc later if not treated properly. 

"DrVaid Ji” Ulcerative Colitis Care Kit” is 100% Herbal and Ayurvedic formulation. The medicines have pitta pacifying properties and also improves digestion which helps in ama digestion. These medicines have analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and detoxifying effects that help to relieve the symptoms and eventually treat Ulcerative colitis

1. Detox Premium Powder

These are herbal-mineral sachet especially designed for the ulcerative colitis patients. The various ingredients used for the formation of these sachets are prawal pishti, shukta pishti, Giloy satv, kehrva pishti, Jahar Mohra pishti, sutshekhar ras, shankh bhasma, kamdudha ras, moti bhasma that in combination provide good relief on the signs and symptoms of ulcerative colitis patients.

• Shukta pishti: The bhasma is prepared from pearl oyster shell calcium. This pishti shows antioxidant & anti-inflammatory properties that give deal with the ulcerative colitis patients.
• Prawal pishti: It is made from coral calcium that reduces bleeding associated with ulcerative colitis patients.
• Giloy satv: This herbal satv remove all toxins from the body. It reduces excessive Pitta from the body associated with ulcerative colitis.
• Jahar Mohra pishti: The antidiarrheal property of this pishti stops loose stools that are the main symptoms in ulcerative colitis patient.
• Kehrva pishti: This pishti provides good results in rectal bleeding, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and abdominal inflammation related to ulcerative colitis patients.
• Sutshekhar ras: This preparation reduces bloating & gastritis. It provides calming effect on the body.
• Akik pishti: It is a mineral-based medicine that reduces excessive heat, weakness, & general debility.
• Kamdudha ras: This ras is beneficial in burning sensation, loose stools, bleeding tendencies related to ulcerative colitis patients.
• Moti bhasma: The anti-inflammatory property of this herb reduces inflammation in the body.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water.

2. Ulcer Heal Tablet

Ulcers are caused when the colon becomes inflamed and there is a formation of ulcers on the inner lining of the colon. the largest intestine is affected rather than the small intestine. these are painful, swollen, and leads to fullness and a perpetual feeling of going to pass stools. Ulcers heal tablets of CAC protect the endothelial layer, cure ulcers, and restores body metabolism.

Recommended Dosage : Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water 30 mins after a meal.

3. Kutaja Ghan Vati

It is an herbal formulation that is safe without any side effects. It is prepared from ingredients like Kutaj, Shankh bhasma, & Musta. These ingredients help to treat chronic diarrhea associated with ulcerative colitis. It is also helpful in ama digestion i.e. removal of toxins from the body, rectal bleeding, colon inflammation and abdominal cramps.

Recommended Dosage : Take 2 tablets twice daily with normal water 30 mins after a meal.

4. Stop Bleeding Tablets

CAC stop bleeding tablet is a pure herbal formulation that acts as an anticoagulant in nature. it helps to stop or reduce heavy bleeding. when there is bleeding, the body forms clots to stop the bleeding. in some of these clots leads to bleeding after breakage. therefore stop bleeding tablet helps in stopping the clots from breaking and thus reduce the excessive unwanted bleeding. these tablets have anti-inflammatory, pain killer, anticoagulant properties. It also pacifies pitta doshas and helps in detoxification of rakta dhatu (blood tissue).

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

5. Puran Pachak

Puran Pachak is a herbo-mineral Syrup of 200 ml and is Purely Ayurvedic formulation. CAC Puran Pachak syrup helps in Digestion, Supports the Digestive system, and Maintains the doshas in our body. It also helps to remove out impurities or ama from the body. This syrup reduce the Acidity, Detoxify the blood and also Supports the body health. It shows Antacid, Digestive, Anti-inflammatory, Analgesic, Expectorant, and Antioxidant properties. This syrup is made up of pure ayurvedic herbs such as Mulethi, Saunf, Vasakha, Ajwayan, Prpati etc. that helps to maintain the Digestive system and in the body.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily.

6. Digestion Support Tablet:

This tablet is unique blend of best digestive herbs like kutaz chal, bilav, dhania, mustak, shankh bhasm, piper mint, and dadim that maintain natural Ph balance in the stomach and aid digestion of all types of food. The herbs present in this control acidity, gas, flatulence and constipation.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.

7. Sheet Dhara Syrup

This herbal syrup is prepared from ingredients such as ajwain satav, mushak kapoor, peppermint, etc that naturally relieve the symptoms like bloating, blenching, nausea, vomiting, feeling of discomfort, etc. The regular use of this herbal syrup neutralizes the high acid content, reduces abdominal pain, & cramps.

Recommended dosage: Take half teaspoonful of this syrup in half a cup of water. Drink this mixture twice daily on an empty stomach.

General Recommendations:

• Hydration: Drink adequate water and cooling herbal teas.
• Rest and Relaxation: Ensure proper rest and avoid overexertion.
• Avoid Smoking and Alcohol: These can aggravate the symptoms.

By following these Ayurvedic protocols, ulcerative colitis can be managed effectively, leading to reduced symptoms and improved quality of life.