My mother is on blood thinner and metformin for diabetes and diltiazem for hypertension.
Not daily but sometime she suffer from constipation for 3-4 days.
Kindly suggest some med for acidity and constipation.
Thank you
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âAcidity and constipation these are common nowadays due to poor lifestyle. it needs ayurvedic detox therapy. ayurvedic medicine along with panchakarma like , basti, shirodhara, virechan will be useful for this condition.
ð´ Important Interactions to Be Aware Of:
Blood thinners (like warfarin, apixaban): Avoid anything that causes dehydration or alters gut absorption dramatically.
Metformin: Constipation may worsen its GI side effects (or signal early side effects like lactic acidosis in rare cases), so manage it gently.
Diltiazem: Can itself contribute to constipation.
âyog and pranayam is also useful in this condition.
â you need to consult yourself with ayurvedic doctor for your specific issue, we will advice you ayurvedic medicine and diet, panchakarma treatment according to your health issue.
ðProper investigation will be helpful for perfect Ayurvedic diagnosis and treatment.
â Non-Medicine Tips (Highly Recommended)
Warm water in the morning helps trigger bowel movement
Prunes / soaked raisins (if sugar under control)
Increase fiber (fruits like papaya, oats, vegetables)
Regular mild walking/exercise
â with detail history taking we can advice you proper protocol for treatment.
ð Advice- Reduce spicy food, sugar, salt and maida from food.
â Avoid self medication.
â Follow Daily regime and have a healthy lifestyle
Make some changes in daily routine and diet habits.
Intake of more fruits till afternoon and a plate full of salad before having food. Increase fibre in diet.
Saok 1 tea spoon each of Ajwain, jeera, Methi dana and saunf in a glass of water at night.Boil it in morning and drink it when reduced to half.
Have soaked Anjeer in morning after this.
Do it for 1 week and see results.
There are plenty of Ayurvedic remedies available for Gastroentestinal diseases,
For Specific diseases, specific treatment is required, as detailed history is needed for complete cure so please consult a physician
For acidity and occasional constipation, your mother can consider:
Avipattikar Churna â ½ tsp with warm water after meals for acidity.
Triphala Churna â 1 tsp with lukewarm water at bedtime for constipation.
Both are generally safe, but given her blood thinners and other medications, it's best to consult an Ayurvedic physician for personalized guidance.
Acidity: Chew a small piece of fresh amla (Indian gooseberry) daily in the morning to balance pitta and reduce acid reflux.
Constipation: Take 1 teaspoon of Triphala powder with warm water at bedtime to promote regular bowel movements.
Next Steps
for proper ayurvedic treatment take a consultation
Health Tips
Acidity (Night Remedy): Drink a cup of cold milk before bedtime to soothe the stomach and balance excess pitta.
Constipation (Night Remedy): Take 1 teaspoon of Triphala powder with warm water at bedtime to gently cleanse the bowels.
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