Are there an alternative treatment to corticosteroids for Sarcoidosis?

Introduction

Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease which can affect any part of the body. Corticosteroid is a class of steroid hormones which occurs naturally in the human body but can be given as a medicine to reduce inflammation associated with sarcoidosis and for other conditions. But corticosteroid given from outside produces many side effects like weight gain, acne, insomnia, an eye disease, and high blood pressure, etc. Due to side effects, these are given to patients with mild symptoms of sarcoidosis. So to prevent these side effects and other complication, Ayurvedic treatment can opt as an alternative treatment to corticosteroids for Sarcoidosis. The Ayurvedic remedies contain natural herbs which treat sarcoidosis naturally without causing any side effect.

What is Sarcoidosis?

Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease which involves the growth of abnormal mass (granulomas) with inflamed cells in various organs of the body. The organs mainly it involved are lungs, skin, or lymph nodes and other organs are eyes, liver, heart, and brain.

It may be caused due to the overactivation of the immune system which leads to the formation of clumps of immune cells in different organs called granulomas. The risk factors for sarcoidosis may be age, gender, and family history.

The symptoms of the sarcoidosis are based on the organ that is involved. The common symptoms of sarcoidosis are fever, dry mouth, weight loss, swelling of stomach and intestine, fatigue and tiredness, nosebleed, chest pain, dry eyes, skin rashes, and edema, etc.

What Are Corticosteroids?

Corticosteroids are a class of steroid hormones which provides relief from inflammation. Corticosteroids occur naturally as hydrocortisone and cortisone which are produced in the adrenal cortex of body or can be produced synthetically. It responsible for various physiological processes such as immune response, carbohydrate metabolism, breakdown of protein, blood electrolyte balance, and behavior, etc.

What is the role of Corticosteroids in the Treatment of Sarcoidosis?

Corticosteroids prevent the formation of granulomas by suppressing the pro-inflammatory cytokines and chemokines and decrease the production of immune cells. It reduces inflammation, swelling, redness which is associated with sarcoidosis.
But corticosteroid just controls the symptoms of the sarcoidosis but do not treat it permanently. Even the risk of using corticosteroids are well-known that's why it is not recommended for the patients with mild sarcoidosis. It is also not prescribed for long-term treatment due to its side effects. Patients should be observed regularly by the doctor if he/she is on corticosteroid treatment.

Side effects of Corticosteroids

• Increased risk of infections
• Excessive weight gain
• Increased appetite
• High blood pressure
• Osteoporosis
• Insomnia
• Indigestion
• Heartburn
• Depression
• Skin bruising and Acne
• Diabetes
• Eye diseases (glaucoma, cataracts)
  
  

Due to these possible side effects, a corticosteroid is not a safe and permanent treatment for sarcoidosis. So there is a need for an alternative treatment to corticosteroids for Sarcoidosis.

An alternative treatment to corticosteroids for Sarcoidosis

Ayurveda is the best treatment for sarcoidosis. These provide herbal formulations which are safe and have no side effects like corticosteroids.

Planet Ayurveda offers "Sarco care pack" which contains various herbal formulations for the treatment of sarcoidosis. These formulations contain herbs which are 100% pure, natural and safe to use. These do not contain any chemical, preservative, and additives and have no side effects.

These herbal remedies not even reduce the symptoms of sarcoidosis but also treat the root of the disease. That's why it is considered as the best alternative treatment to corticosteroids for sarcoidosis.

Products included in Sarco care pack

• Punarnava Mandur
• Curcumin Capsules
• Aller-G Care
• Kanchnaar Guggul

Products Description

1. PUNARNAVA MANDUR

This formulation of Planet Ayurveda is a combination of herbs such as Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), Trivrit (Operculina turpethum), Pippali (Piper longum), Marich (Piper nigrum), Vidanga (Embelia ribes), etc. This herbal formulation reduces the swelling or inflammation of the affected area and considered as an effective alternative treatment to corticosteroids for sarcoidosis. It removes all toxins from the body. Punarnava Mandur is also effective for several health problems such as helminthiasis, dermatitis, chronic fever, jaundice, anemia, hepatitis, skin disease, etc.

Dosage: Two tablets, two times a day with water after meals.

(Bhava Prakasha Nighantu/ Guduchyadi Varga/ Shloka no. 190)

This shloka explains the properties of Punarnava. It has a bitter taste. After digestion, it converts into the pungent taste. It has cool potency and balances Vata and Kapha Dosha in the body. It increases Vata dosha. It manages cold, cough and digestive fire. It also treats blood disorder.

2. ALLER-G CARE CAPSULES

Aller-G Care capsules are prepared by a combination of many herbs like Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Shirish (Albizia lebbeck), and Haridra (Curcuma longa).
These herbs of Aller-G Care capsules help to control the symptoms of Sarcoidosis like chest pain, shortness of breath, and dry cough, etc. Aller-G Care capsules also support the healthy functioning of the immune system of the body.

Dosage: Two capsules, twice daily, with water after meals.

3. CURCUMIN CAPSULES

Curcumin Capsules of Planet Ayurveda are formulated by pure and standardized extract of turmeric (Curcuma longa). Curcumin reduces abnormal cell proliferation and provides relief from the inflammation and inhibits the growth of a tumor cell. Curcumin prevents the abnormal growth of the cancer cells and inflamed cells in various parts of the body. Thus, Curcumin capsules act as the best herbal remedy for the treatment of Sarcoidosis that protect all organs of the body from inflammation and swelling.

Dosage: Two capsules, twice daily, with water after meals.

4. KANCHNAAR GUGGUL

The main ingredients of Kachnaar Guggul are Kachnaar (Bauhinia variegata) and Guggul (Commiphora mukul). Other ingredients of Kachnaar Guggul capsules are Triphala, Trikatu, Tejpatra (Cinnamomum tamala), Varun Bark (Crataeva nurvala), Twak (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), and Ela (Elettaria cardamomum). Kachnaar Guggul prevents abnormal growth of cells in the body, therefore, it prevents Sarcoidosis. Kachnaar Guggul helps to balance the accumulated Kapha in the body and maintains healthy cellular functions.

Dosage: Two tablets, three times a day, with water after meals.

Conclusion

Sarco care pack" which is provided by Planet Ayurveda is the best alternative treatment to corticosteroids for sarcoidosis because it gives safe and permanent treatment for sarcoidosis without any side effects. It is also less expensive than to buy corticosteroids.