Having a gallbladder stone of 8mm without any symptoms provides a suitable opportunity to manage it through Ayurvedic means, especially considering there is no immediate pain. In Ayurveda, gallstones are often linked to an imbalance in the kapha and pitta doshas. Here are some practical recommendations you can consider:
First, to support liver health and the gallbladder, continue with Liv 52 DS as advised. Additionally, Ayurvedic medicines such as Ksharsutra, Chandraprabha Vati, and Guggulu formulations (like Punarnavadi Guggulu) might be helpful due to their properties that aid in reducing stone size and improving liver function. However, take these only after consulting with an Ayurvedic practitioner for dosage and compatibility with your constitution.
Dietary changes are crucial; consume a kapha-pacifying diet that includes light, warm, and easily digestible foods. Introduce items like warm lemon water in the morning to help with digestion and to cleanse the gallbladder. Avoid heavy, oily, or fried foods which can exacerbate gallstone issues.
Drinking fresh radish juice might also be beneficial as it’s known to help in dissolving gallstones. Mix one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in a glass of warm water and have it before meals, as this can cleanse the liver and potentially impact the gallstone.
Abhyanga, or self-massage with warm sesame oil, followed by a warm bath can also be soothing and help stimulate bile flow. Yoga and regular stress management practices like pranayama should be integrated into your routine to enhance overall digestion and balance the doshas.
Remember, it’s critical to monitor the gallstone size regularly. If there any changes in symptoms such as pain or jaundice, seek immediate medical care. Ayurveda can complement conventional treatments, but regular consultations are essential to ensure safety and efficacy for your condition.
Thanks a lot sir for your help. Sir kindly recommend ayurvedic syrup for the kidney or gallbladder stone. Thanks sir.
Hi Payal since you are asymptomatic we can start Ayurvedic medicines, but whenever you get any excessive pain or discomfort please do consult a Surgeon/Corresponding doctor nearby.
Internally 1.Patolakaturohinyadi ks 15ml + 45ml lukewarm water twice daily before food 2.Arogyavardhini vati 1-0-1after food 3.Kamadudha rasa 1-0-1after food 4.Avipathy churnam 1tsp with hot water at bedtime
Along with medicines you have to follow some PATHYA APATHYA [dietary changes and lifestyle modifications]
*Do’s 3-4litres of water /day More focus on fruits and vegetables Include Sprouted grains Walking - daily 30min to 1hour Practice yoga and meditation regularly
*Don’ts Tea /coffee Oily too salty sour sweet foods Junk foods Carbonated/soft drinks Maida and its products
***Weekly once Virechana(Purgation) with Avipathy churnam (1packet/10gm) with ½glass hot water in empty stomach followed by light diet only - this is to cleanse your body and to balance your PITA dosa
*You can also do Kashaya vasthi(medicated enema) from nearby Ayurvedic treatment center/14days once
This is reduce the recurrence of stones.
The first one, Patolakaturohinyadi kashayam is in liquid form. In additionally you can use PITTAPAI syrup by Yogved
Mam thanks for your quick response.Kindly suggest ayurvedic syrup for gallbladder stone.Thanks Mam
Mam Dabur or baidyanath or charak medicines please
Sorry Payal I don’t know that. You can have the medicines I have prescribed. The first one it self is the liquid form (decoction/Kashayam)
Payal with above medicines also follow- Home Remedies for Gallbladder Stones
1. Lemon + Warm Water (daily morning)
Juice of ½ lemon in 1 glass warm water – improves bile flow
2. Apple Cider Vinegar Drink (2–3x/week)
1 tsp ACV in 1 glass warm water before meals – softens stones
3. Ajwain + Saunf + Kalonji Water
Boil 1 tsp each in 2 cups water ➝ reduce to 1 cup ➝ sip warm
Improves digestion, reduces stone-forming tendency
4. Castor Oil Packs (2–3x/week)
Apply warm castor oil over upper abdomen/liver area, cover with cloth for 20–30 min
Relieves inflammation and supports bile movement
Hello Payal,
WHAT ARE GALLSTONES? Gallstones are solid deposits that form in the gallbladder- a small organ beneath the liver that stores bile(used in digestion). These stones are mostly made of cholesterol or bilirubin
IN AYURVEDA, Gallstones are referred to as “PITTASHMRI”- a type of Ashmari(stone disorder) caused by -imbalanced pitta osha-excessive heat, bile -faulty digestion-agin mandya -improper metabolism of fats -poor lifestyle and diet habits
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS -8 mm is a moderate-size stone. stones over 5 mm are less likely to dissolve completely through any method other than surgery -Ayurvedic treatment may take months -regular monitoring with ultrasound is essential to track changes in stone size. -if pain becomes severe or signs of infection, jaundice or pancreatitis appear, surgery may becomes UNAVOIDABLE
TREATMENT GOAL -dissolve existing stones- lekhana karma -improve liver and gallbladder function -enhance bile flow and prevent new stones -address symptoms like pain, heaviness and nausea.
INTERNALLY TAKE
1. AROGYAVARDHINI VATI- 1 tab twice daily after meals for 3-6 months =liver detox, bile flow, reduces inflammation
2. TAMRA BHASMA- 45 mg once daily with honey for 30 days only =known to help stone, breakdown, balances pitta
3. PUNARNAVA MANDUR- 1 tab twice daily before food for 3-6 months =diuretic, anti-inflammatory, helps with liver-kidney detox
4. BHUMYAMLAKI CHURNA- 1 tsp powder twice daily after meals with ghee for 6months =stone breaker, helps dissolve stones slowly
5. LIV 52 DS(himalaya)- 1 tab twice daily after meals for long term =liver support, improves digestion, reduces bile stasis
6. TRIPHALA CHURNA- 1 tsp at bedtime with warm wtaer for 3-6 months =regulates digestion and detoxifies colon.
DIET TO BE FOLLOWED STRICLTY -warm water with lemon juice in the morning= stimulates bile -boiled veggies- bottle gourd, pumpkin, carrots, spinach -mung dal khichdi- easy to digest and detoxifying -fruits- apple, papaya, pear, pomegranate -Buttermilk-diluted, spiced with cumin and ajwain -Whole grains- barley, oats, red rice -Flaxseed powder- 1 tsp/day- regulates cholesterol
AVOID -fried, spicy and oily foods -red meat, eggs, butter , ghee -cheese, panner, cream, ice cream -chocolates, pastries, cakes -cold water, aerated drinks, alcohol, smoking -heavy legumes like rajma, chana- gas forming
YOGA ASANA FOR GALLBLADDER HEALTH These improve digestion, reduce bile stagnation , and relieve abdominal discomfort
-Bhujangasana= stimulates gallbladder and liver -Dhanurasana= tones abdominal organs -Pawanmuktasana= eases digestion and gas -Ardha Matsyendrasana= enhances liver and gall bladder health -Vajrasana(after meals)= aids digestions
AVOID inverted poses like Sarvangasana or Halasana, which may worsen abdominal pressure
REMEMBER 1. MEAL TIMING IS CRITICAL- eat at fixed times to support digestion 2. STAY HYDRATED- drink warm water throughout the day avoid cold water 3. AVOID STRESS- practice pranayam like Anulom Vilom or Sheetali to cool down pitta 4. No SKIPPING MEALS OR FASTING- it aggravates pitta and worsens gallstone formation. 5. USE SPICES WISELY- turmeric, coriander, cumin, and fennel aid bile flow and digestion
WHEN TO CONSIDER SUGERY? despite all above treamtent if, -pain becomes recurrent or severe -stobe bocks the bile duct -inflammation(cholecystitis) occurs -no changes in size after 6–9 months of treamtent
Then CHOLECYSTECTOMY may be necessary
Ayurveda works slowly and gently, aiming at root-cause correction. but it needs patience consistent lifestyle
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA