You can give Sithophaladi churna + Talisadi churna - 1/4 th tsp with honey twice Daily Swasari gold is not recommended for children’s below 12 years Avoid cold refrigerated fried foods Continue treatment as advised by paediatrician
Presently how child is doing now ? Is still treatment is going on ?? Since when she is having complaints?
Hello Ma’am, fever subsides but coughing alot & child is not able to expel mucus… she had start fever from 16nov & subsided by 24nov… her x-ray report mentioned- Traingular opacity seen in right mid zone extending upto right hilum-? segmental collapse/consolidation. And in allopathy, she is taking clavam antibiotic in 12hrs 10ml, but no other medicine for cough… she had a issue of recurent cough & cold also, for which we had visited patanjali haridwar in 2024, where they have given 1 tablet sawasari gold open capsule with honey once daily + sanjeevani vati 1/2-1/2 , haridrakhand in milk
Ok thanks ma’am, after how many days can i start her milk ?
Ok Then you can give Swasari gold cap once daily with honey( open it as yu wer giving b4) Lakshmi vilasa ras half tablet with boiled n cooled turmeric milk twice daily after food Giloy tablet half tablet twice daily after food Avoid cold food exposure to AC oily n junk foods curd Gv warm soups Do not worry child will recover soon
Start with Yastimadhu churan 1/2tsp + sitopaladi churan 1/2tsp + Talisadi churan 1/2tsp mix with 2tsp honey and give twice daily before food with water . If this works continue, as this combination is safe and can be taken for long term Syrup Bresol 1tsp twice daily. Swasari gold capsule, can v be given but only for 1 month later to stop. Give warm Haldi doodh at bedtime. Avoid citrus fruits, fried foods. Food with Coloured food.
Yes no problem.
Ok thanks ma’am, can we give jaggery & makhane to her in this ?
1. Dashamoola katutraya kashaya with honey. 1/2 tsp powder boiled in 1 glass of water and given as divided doses mixed with honey. Powder form is better than kashaya form and make it to kashaya. If bottled kashaya is only available, then 2.5ml mix with 7.5 ml of water and give at morning and evening.
2. Vasarishta 2.5ml with 5 ml boiled water given after food twice a day.
3. Gopeechandanadi gulika 1/4 tab bd if fever is present.
Continue these medicines for 2 weeks then start Amrithaprasha 1/2 tsp at early morning
Take care, Dr. Shaniba
Take vasarista 5ml bd, chitrakiharitaki lehyam 1/4 tsp , kanakasava 5ml bd u ll get results
HELLO,
Pneumonia means infection inside the lungs, especially in the air sacs called alveoli. These air sacs usually carry oxygen-> but when infected , they fill with -mucus -pus -inflammatroy fluid So the lungs cannot expand properly, and your child: -coughs continuously -breathes faster -feels tired -may have fever -may eat less
WHY DOES IT HAPPEN IN CHILDREN? Children have -smaller airways -developing immunity -higher chances of catching viral infections -sometimes a history of repeated colds (like your daughter)
WHY COUH BECOMES MORE DURING PNEUMONIA? Because the lungs are trying to expel mucus. Cough is the body’s natural protective mechanism.
HOW AYURVEDA EXPLAINS THIS CONDITION? In Ayurveda : -pneumoia is similar to kapha-vata imbalace -kapha-> mucus congestion heaviness -Vata-> dry cough, breathlessness, weakness -Agni (digestive fire) becomes weak-> leading to low appetite, fever, and slow recovery The lung channels becomes blocked with kapha mucus,
TREATMENT GOALS -reduce the infection -open the blocked airways -reduce cough and help mucus come out -improve digestion -strengthen immunity -improve lung capacity gradually
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1) SHITOPALADI CHURNA= 1 /2 tsp + 1 tsp honey twice daily after meals =reduces wet and dry cough , improves lung function, acts mildly warming
2) TALISADI CHURNA= 1/4 tsp + 1 tsp honey twice daily after meals =helps remove phlegm, reduces fever due to mucus congestion, balances kapha and vata
3) DRAKSHASAVA= 10 ml + equal water once daily after lunch =helps breathing, increases appetite , gives energy, very gentle for kids
4) WARM HERBAL WATER= tulsi 3 leaves, ginger small piece, fennel 1/2 tsp =clears congestion, improves digestion, keeps throat warm
EXTERNAL AYURVEDIC THERAPIES
1) WARM MUSTARD OIL CHEST MASSAGE heat mustard oil lightly with -2 crushed garlic cloves -tiny pinch of ajwain MASSAGE= chest, back, feet WHY= opens chest, reduces mucus, relaxes breathing muscles, improves sleep
2) AJWAIN + SALT WATER POTILI Lightly roast -1 tbsp ajwain + 1 tbsp salt->wrap in cotton cloth apply warm for 1-2 min on= chest, back =breaks chest congestion, helps mucus loses
3) GENTLE STEAM INHALATIO =plain steam or with ajwain 1-2 times/day =thins mucus, relieves blocked nose , helps cough come out
DIET -moong dal khichdi -light vegetables soups- bottle gourd, carrot, pumpkin -stewed apple -rice gruel -warm water -turmeric milk
FRUITS -pomegranate -apple -pear -sweet grapes -papaa -mosambi
AVOID STRICTLY -cold foods -ice creams -curd, buttermilk -oily fried food - chocolates -bakery items -carbonated drinks
YOGA AND PRANAYAM (After fever reduces) Do not start heavy pranayama durin active fever
AFTER SHE FEELS BETTER -Bhramari pranayam= 2 min-> improves lung capacity -Balloon blowing= fun and extremely effective-> strengthens lung muscles
SIMPLE CHEST EXPLANSION EXERCISES -raise arms up -deep inhale -bring arms down-> improves airway opening
LIGHT WALKING -helps clear mucus and builds stamina
HOME REMEDIES -Honey + warm water= twice daily soothes throat and reduces night cough -Turmeric milk= anti inflammatory and supports lungs -Warm soup with garlic= helps open airways and boosts immunity -Apply warm castor oil on chest at night= helps with chest congestion
Al remedies must stay mild for children
Pneumonia is treatable -but requires proper medical attention
Children recover faster when -lungs stay warm - food is light -mucus is cleared -digestion improves
Do NOT give strong Ayurvedic gold/mineral formulatios (swasari gold, bright bhasmas, rasa rasayanas to a child )
Cough after pneumonia ma last 2-3 weeks This is normal as lungs heal
Once she recovers, immunity strengthening is essential Chwanprasha= 1 tsp in morning Sun exposure Pranayam
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Ok thanks ma’am, from when we can start milk to her , as milk cause coughing. Can we give jaggery + makhana + almond to her ?
ONCE THE COUGHING REFLEX REDUCES START MILK, START WITH LESS QUATITY GRADUALLY YOU CAN INCREASE,
AND YES JAGGERY + MAKHANA +ALMOND IS GOOD FOR OVERALL HEALTH AND IMMUNITY YOU CAN DEFINATLY GIVE
Some regime you should follow
✔️Do’s:✔️ Eat freshly cooked food. Chew an inch of fresh ginger half an before meal. Eat only fruit vegetables. Limit dairy products (stop if possible)
🧘♀️Pranayam🧘♀️ Anulom Vilom Bhastrika Kapalbhati
❌Dont’s:❌ Sitting directly under a fan or right in front of the A.C Oily, spicy, processed food. Packed food products. Sour and fermented items. Bakery items. Fried food products. Potatoes. Dairy products
💊Medication💊
Tab. Swasari Gold 1 tab twice a day before food Cap. Nelsin 1 cap twice a day before food (open the capsule and mix the churna with honey)
Syp. Vasakasav 1 tsp thrice a day before food
Chitrak Haritaki Avleham 1 tsp early in the morning
Sesame seed oil + pinch of salt lukewarm massage on the chest region. Hot fomentation with a cloth or potli made of sand+rock salt
1.Chyawanprash 1 tsp with warm milk empty stomach in the morning 2. Kantakari Syrup 1 tsp thrice daily 3.Sitopladi churna 1/2 tsp twice daily with honey 4.Gorochandi gulika 1/4 tab twice daily with honey or lukewarm water 5.Anu taila- 1 drop in each nostril twice daily
🍎 Fruits & Diet for Recovery - Fruits: - Pomegranate (small amounts, easy to digest). - Papaya (ripe, soft). - Apple (stewed/boiled, not raw). - Grapes (few, for soothing throat). - Avoid: Banana, guava, and very cold fruits (they increase Kapha). - Meals: - Warm soups (moong dal, vegetable broth). - Light khichdi with ghee. - Turmeric milk (golden milk) at bedtime for immunity.
Ayurvedic Chest Massage Options: 1. Warm Mustard Oil + Ajwain (Carom seeds) - Warm 2–3 teaspoons of mustard oil. - Add a pinch of ajwain, let it infuse, then strain. - Massage gently on chest, back, and soles of feet before bedtime. - Benefit: Opens airways, reduces congestion, helps restful sleep.
2. Til (Sesame) Oil with Garlic - Warm sesame oil with 1–2 garlic cloves, strain. - Massage chest and back lightly. - Benefit: Antimicrobial, reduces cough, strengthens lungs.
For pneumonia and recurrent cough in children, immediate standard medical care is critical. Pneumonia can escalate quickly in kids and requires attention from a pediatrician or a healthcare professional.
Regarding Ayurvedic support, ensure that her diet strengthens her immune system and supports her current medical treatment. For dietary support, focus on easily digestible foods. Warm, well-cooked meals are gentle on the system. Mung dal khichdi is soothing and balances digestive fire. Opt for warm soups; vegetable broths or simple lentil soups can be quite nourishing.
Introducing fruits such as stewed or well-cooked apples and pears can help; they are gentle on the digestive system. Steaming or lightly cooking fruits makes them easier to digest, especially in cases of reduced digestive fire (agni). Avoid fruits like bananas and cucumbers as they may increase mucus production.
For relieving cough, consider the use of honey mixed with a pinch of turmeric, but ensure it’s only given once the active phase of the fever has subsided, as honey is not recommended when the fever is present. Honey should not be heated, so add it to lukewarm water. Licorice root tea (Yastimadhu) can be soothing, prepared by boiling the root in water.
In terms of lifestyle, make sure she rests adequately. Keep her covered and warm, especially her chest region. Use a humidifier in her room to ensure the air stays moist; this helps ease coughing.
If you are considering Ayurvedic formulations like Sawsari gold, consult with a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner to tailor it specifically to her condition, ensuring safety and appropriateness.
Most importantly, continue monitoring her symptoms closely and maintain regular follow-ups with her pediatrician to manage her recovery. This ensures she receives the best of both conventional and supportive care.
For pneumonia, it’s crucial to consult with a conventional healthcare professional immediately as this condition may require urgent medical treatment, like antibiotics. Pneumonia can be serious and a delay in proper treatment can worsen the situation, particularly in young children. Ayurvedic remedies can be supportive but should not replace essential medical care.
Once under proper medical supervision and getting the necessary treatment, you can use some supportive Ayurvedic practices alongside. Focus on balancing kapha, which is often linked to respiratory issues, and strengthen her agni (digestive fire) to support her immunity. Here’s a few suggestions:
1. Herbal Decoction: Use ginger and tulsi (Holy Basil) to prepare a mild tea. Boil a cup of water with a small piece of ginger and a few tulsi leaves for 5 minutes. Offer it warm in small sips once or twice a day.
2. Avoid Cold and Heavy Foods: For fruits, stick to warm or room temperature servings. Pomegranate and apples are beneficial; avoid bananas and under ripe fruits which may increase mucus.
3. Turmeric Milk: Mix a pinch of turmeric in warm milk and offer it before bedtime to help with cough and phlegm clearing.
4. Saussurea Gold: Check with a professional before using any specific supplement like Sawsari Gold and verify its ingredients and suitability.
Ensure a warm, serene environment to help her recover faster. Involve her in light, easy activities that don’t elevate her energy needs too much and maintain a balanced nutritious diet according to her digestion capacity. Always see a physician promptly if any alarming symptoms arise.