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Can Himalaya Pilex tabs and Cureveda Skin Gut powder be taken together for anal fissures?
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Can Himalaya Pilex tabs and Cureveda Skin Gut powder be taken together for anal fissures? - #36869

Bhavani S
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Could we take Himalaya Pilex tabs due to anal fissures as per 2 tabs in a day and Cureveda skin gut powder during some day time as a refreshing drink? Can both be taken together or any recommended dosage or shouldn't take Skin Gut powder drink until pilex tabs is stopped. Please advise.

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Hi bhavani ji,

Yes u can take them together

Thanku

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Yes you may take together, and one more thing it’s better to maintain your gut health properly So avoid spicy and oily food

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It’s better to start once your fissure problem settles Instead drink plenty of fluids coconut water buttermilk Apply Jatyadi taila - ext appn If constipation take triphala churna 1 tsp with warm water at night Do not strain during deafecation Include fruits vegetables in diet Avoid spicy sour fermented non vegetarian foods

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176 days ago

Will this Taila be used as an alterntaive to himalaya pilex ointment and reduces burning?

Bhavani S
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176 days ago

Jatyadi Thaila what you mentioned and Jatyadi Ghrita both are same ? Will it reduce burning?

Do not use as an alternative but together can be used Apply after daefecation It doesn’t helpful in burning sensation but it helps in decreasing pain Do sitz bath for about 15 minutes daily

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Jatyadi taila I have mentioned Yes it helps in reducing burning sensation

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Yes you may take together.

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Hi Bhavani thank you for sharing your concern here.

Ofcourse you can take together But please do start with minimal dose Like Pilex tab 1-0-1 After food And Cure veda powder- ½tsp /once daily Then gradually increase to 1tsp

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As they both work on different aspects of your health and do not have any harmful interactions you can use both together

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Yes pilex and cureveda skin gut powder can be taken together, but after taking of you feel any discomfort you need to consult your ayurvedic doctor. Pilex if you are having Anal fissure, then take 2 tablets twice daily Also locally apply on anal region pilex cream.for better and faster results Avoid spicy, heat producing foods Avoid nonveg food Take buttermilk with pinch of asafoetida black salt and roasted jeera powder after lunch daily. If constipation is there then take abhayarist 20ml. After dinner with 40ml. Water.

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Hello Bhavani S I can understand your concern about anal fissure.You are currently considering Himalaya Pilex tablets for anal fissures (2 tablets daily) and also wish to continue Cureveda Skin Gut powder during the daytime. You want to know whether both can be taken together or if they should be separated.

✅ABOUT THE FORMULATIONS

👉Himalaya Pilex Tablets

It contains Guggulu, Shilajeet, Nimba, Haritaki, Lajjalu, Yashad Bhasma. -Anti-inflammatory, wound-healing, and astringent effects on anal mucosa. -Helps shrink pile mass and heal fissures. -Improves local blood circulation and reduces pain, itching, or bleeding.

Also regulates bowel movement and reduces constipation tendency.

Recommended Dose: 1 tablet twice daily after food, with lukewarm water or buttermilk.

👉Cureveda Skin Gut Powder

-Works as a mild detoxifier and gut cleanser. -Promotes better digestion and helps clear “Ama” (toxins). -Improves bowel movement and supports gut microbiome balance. -Has mild Pitta-shamana and cooling effect beneficial in fissures if not spicy.

Recommended Use:

1 scoop mixed in a glass of water during the daytime or mid-morning (empty stomach is ideal, or 1 hour before lunch).

Not to be taken very late in the evening as it may stimulate digestion too close to bedtime.

✅ Can Pilex and Skin Gut Be Taken Together?

✅ Yes — they can safely be taken together, provided a few guidelines are followed:

👉Take Cureveda Skin Gut Powder in the morning (10–11 AM) or midday, and Pilex tablets after lunch and dinner.

👉Both formulations have compatible herbs (Triphala, Guggulu derivatives) that work synergistically without any known contraindication.

👉Both can be continued together for 4–6 weeks. After improvement, continue only Skin Gut powder for gut maintenance.

👉Avoid excessive spicy or sour food, and ensure proper hydration (8–10 glasses water daily). If loose stools occur, reduce Skin Gut frequency to alternate days.

✅Supportive Ayurvedic Care for Anal Fissures

✅Internal Remedies (if needed):

1. Gandhak Rasayana – 1 tab twice daily after meals (improves wound healing).

2. Triphala Churna – ½ tsp at bedtime with warm water for gentle bowel regulation.

3. Abhayarishta – 15–20 ml with equal water after dinner (optional if constipation).

✅ Local Application:

1. Pilex Ointment – Apply locally after warm water sitz bath, twice daily.

2. Jatyadi ghrita – Alternate with Pilex ointment if burning or raw wound.

✅ Sitz Bath:

Sit in warm water with 1 pinch turmeric + rock salt for 10–15 minutes daily before application of ointment. Helps relieve spasm, improve healing, and maintain hygiene.

✅DIET MODIFICATION

Eat soft, warm, and fiber-rich foods: moong dal khichdi, ghee, green leafy vegetables, papaya, ripe banana.

Include 1–2 tsp ghee daily in meals to lubricate the colon.

Avoid dry, spicy, sour, or deep-fried food, red chili, pickles, bakery items, and alcohol.

Drink sufficient lukewarm water throughout the day.

Avoid suppressing natural urges of defecation or urination.

Walk 20–30 minutes daily; avoid prolonged sitting.

☑️Yes, both Himalaya Pilex tablets and Cureveda Skin Gut powder can be taken together.

Combine with local care (sitz bath + Pilex ointment) for faster recovery. Continue for 4–6 weeks, then reassess.

Wishing you a good health😊

Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

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Could you add the Jatyadi ointment so I can check. This will reduce burning?

Bhavani S
Client
176 days ago

Jatyadi Thaila and Jatyadi Ghritam what you mentioned both are same?

Bhavani S
Client
176 days ago

Could you add that product image please. I see several products with this name so

Both contents are same but one is prepared in oil and one is. Prepared in ghee so in your case jathyadi ghrita will be more beneficial for you

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Jathyadi ghrita of vaidyaratnam pharmacy or kottakal pharmacy you can take

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HELLO BHAVANI,

Anal fissure (Parikartika) in Ayurveda is typically due to Vata-Pitta dosha imbalance — dryness, hard stools, and inflammation causing anal mucosa tears.

Treatment focuses on: Softening stools Relieving pain and inflammation Treating fissure Recurrence prevention

1. Internal Ayurvedic Medicines

-Himalaya Pilex Tablets Purpose: Inflames less, heals, prevents bleeding, and facilitates bowel movement. Dosage: 2 tablets twice a day after meals with warm water. Duration: Typically sustained for 4–12 weeks, then 1 tablet twice a day as maintenance if necessary. Precautions: Not recommended in pregnancy without doctor’s permission; observe if you have bleeding disorders.

- Cureveda Skin-Gut Powder Purpose: Maintains gut health, enhances digestion, promotes healthy bowel flora, and functions as a gentle detox. Dosage: 1 scoop (about 10 g) taken once a day with 200 ml water or milk, in daytime following meals. Precautions: If loose stools or discomfort occur, decrease the dose or stop till fissure cures better.

Combining Both Both are safe to combine, but better to begin Pilex alone for 1–2 weeks. After fissure pain and bleeding decrease, you can add Skin-Gut powder as a gut support supplement. Both work in their own manner — Pilex for healing and anti-inflammatory, Skin-Gut for cleansing and detox support. Avoid administering them on an empty stomach.

2. External / Local Management -Sitz Bath (Avagaha Sweda): Take warm water bath sitting for 10–15 minutes post-defecation and night-time. You can also add a pinch of turmeric powder or Triphala powder for antiseptic action.

Topical Application: Following sitz bath, apply a gentle ointment like Pilex cream or a simple combination of coconut oil + aloe vera gel. Avoid irritant creams or those containing alcohol or menthol.

Anal Hygiene: Gently clean with warm water, dry pat, and no hard toilet paper. Wear cotton undergarments that breathe.

3. Diet & Lifestyle (Pathya–Apathya)

Recommended (Pathya): -Warm freshly cooked food -Soft fibrous foods: oats, fruits, greens, soaked raisins, figs -Ghee or sesame oil in small amount daily to lubricate bowels -2–3 litres of fluid intake daily -Buttermilk with roasted cumin and rock salt -Small amount of papaya daily

Avoid (Apathya): -Spicy, sour, deep-fried, or junk food -Red meat, alcohol, coffee, and cold beverages -Constipating foods such as cheese, refined flour, and dry snacks -Long sitting, late nights, or holding back natural urges

4. Supportive Herbal Preparations

-Triphala churna: 1 tsp at night with warm water to soften stool

-Abhyarishta = 20 ml twice daily after meals gentle laxatives to avoid straining

-castor oil (1 tsp with warm milk): sparingly if constipation is ongoing

5. Daily Routine & Yogic Support Empty bowels at same time of day; avoid straining Walk 20–30 minutes every day after meals Gentle yoga: Pavanamuktasana, Malasana, Vajrasana after meals Avoid heavy weight lifting Regular sleep, avoid stress and anger (which increase Pitta)

6. When to Seek Medical Attention Bleeding or severe pain despite 2–4 weeks of therapy Infection signs or pus discharge Inability to control bowel movements Chronic fissure with fibrotic tags or sentinel pile

Ksharasutra treatment or small surgical repair may be advised by a competent Ayurveda physician if the fissure is chronic.

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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Yes, Himalaya Pilex tablets and Cureveda Skin Gut powder can generally be taken together, provided: - You’re not experiencing any acute digestive distress (e.g., diarrhea, severe bloating) - You space them out by at least 2–3 hours to avoid herb-herb interaction and allow better absorption

Pilex Tablets-2 tablets daily (1 tab twice/day), After breakfast & dinner with water

Skin Gut Powder-1 tsp in water, Mid-morning or early afternoon

⚠️ Considerations - Pilex is primarily for vascular and anorectal support (fissures, piles), and contains herbs like Lajjalu and Neem that are cooling and astringent. - Skin Gut powder supports gut detox and skin clarity, often containing Triphala, Aloe, or prebiotic herbs. - If you notice increased bloating or loose stools, pause the Skin Gut powder and reassess after 3–5 days. - Avoid taking both on an empty stomach, especially if digestion is sensitive.

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Yes take also apply sunarin ointment or wh5 ointment,sitz bath with triphala kwath

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Fissure subsides first than start cureveda Untill than take pilex only.2 BD A F

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Hi Bhavani … this is Dr.Vinayak As considering your problem You can take both medications just make sure there should be half an hour Gap.

You can also recommend to use Rx Jatyadi taila (external application) Pilex oint.

Sitz bath aftet every episode of motion .

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Taking both Himalaya Pilex tablets and Cureveda Skin Gut Powder together can be a helpful approach to address your concerns with anal fissures, but it is crucial to follow a guided regimen.

Himalaya Pilex tablets are traditionally used in Ayurveda to help manage conditions like piles and fissures by improving circulation, reducing inflammation, and facilitating wound healing. Follow the recommendation of two tablets a day as prescribed. It’s usually advised to take these after meals, accompanied by warm water to ensure thr appropriate absorption and effect.

Cureveda Skin Gut powder can be taken as a supplementary drink, as it focuses on gut health and detoxification. This could indirectly support anal fissures by promoting regular and softened bowel movements which minimize strain during defecation, thereby protecting the affected area. Take it during the day, preferably after a light meal or as prescribed, ensuring proper hydration is maintained throughout the day.

Both products can generally be consumed concurrently, as they function through different mechanisms and can be part of a broader digestive health strategy. However, If you notice any discomfort or have conditions like existing medical health issues or if you’re on other medications, it is wise to consult a healthcare provider to ensure this combination is safe for you.

From a dietary standpoint, avoid spicy, oily, and processed foods, favoring instead a diet rich in fiber through fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. This supports bowel regularity. Also, warm sitz baths can provide symptomatic relief for anal fissures, aiding relaxation and enhancing blood flow to the area, improving healing. Consider such supportive lifestyle changes as well.

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Yes you can take them. And go for kshara sutta therapy at your nearby Ayurvedic Surgeon

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