Do not take, it’s not advised
Hello I really see what is troubling you. In your case, you suffer from diabetes for a long time, you have recently undergone a paralysis attack (stroke) resulting from high sugar, and you are on several life-saving drugs among which insulin, warfarin, ecosprin, levipill, glimstar, and sitagliptin.
Therefore, the advice should be safe, non-interacting, and conforming to medical requirements.
✅AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING OF YOUR CONDITION
You have: Prameha (Type 2 Diabetes) with Vata-Kaphaja dominance
Post-stroke Vata-vyadhi, needs stabilizing of digestion, hydration, and regularity of the bowel
Constipation caused by insulin + high carbohydrate diet + Vata aggravation
Paneer Phool (Paneer Dodi) is good, but you have to take it properly and safely with your present medications.
✅ IS PANEER PHOOL WATER SAFE FOR YOU?
✔️ Definitely, Paneer Phool Water is good for you It is a good remedy for diabetics and also works positively in: Improving blood sugar control Reducing constipation Improving digestion
✔️ It does NOT operate in contradiction with insulin, glimstar, sitagliptin, levipill.
✅ But you are taking Warfarin + Ecosprin.
Paneer phool is a plant that may sometimes cause mild blood thinning, so it is better if the dose is small.
✅ CORRECT & SAFE DOSAGE FOR YOUR CONDITION
✅Paneer Phool Water (Recommended) Only 4–5 small blossoms worth (Do NOT consume 10–15 as it is generally advised, since you are on warfarin.)
How to do 1. Get 4–5 paneer phool 2. Put in one glass of water overnight 3. Next day, squeeze the flowers and throw them away 4. Drink the water on an empty stomach
Benefits for you Regulates blood sugar gradually Makes stools soft helps with constipation Supports digestion
✅ Paneer Phool Powder (NOT Recommended for You)
❌ Do NOT consume the powdered form (5 mg or 1 pinch) Because the powder is more potent and may: Cause sugar to drop very quickly Interact with warfarin slightly Increase Pitta Irritate stomach
So, stay away from the powder and only do the water soaking method.
✅ADDITIONAL AYURVEDIC SUPPORT FOR CONSTIPATION (SAFE WITH WARFARIN)
✔️ 1 tsp Ghee in warm water at night It is very safe, softens stool without causing blood thinning.
✔️ Triphala ½ tsp at night It is safe with your medications and facilitates bowel movement.
✔️ Also, consume more of: Moong dal Lauki Warm water Steamed vegetables Wheat and rice must be reduced
✅ IMPORTANT CAUTION (VERY IMPORTANT) As you have already had blood clot + paralysis, stay away from: ❌ Castor oil ❌ Senna or harsh laxatives ❌ High-dose herbs ❌ Very low sugar levels (hypoglycemia)
With the correct amount of Paneer Phool + improved diet + constipation getting better, your Blood sugar control Bowel movement Energy Recovery from the stroke will slowly but surely get better.
Warm Regards – Dr Snehal Vidhate
Paneer pool just supportive diet for dm nd mild laxative but definitely need DM medicine
definty dm medicine needs
YES, it is SAFE and BENEFICIAL for you in the following way: Helps constipation → proven and you are already seeing benefit Mildly reduces blood sugar → extra help along with your medicines NO interaction with warfarin, ecosprin, insulin, or anti-diabetic tablets NO effect on INR (confirmed in many stroke patients using it)
Best Method – Overnight Soaking (Recommended) Take 8–10 whole Paneer Phool (not powder) Wash once → put in 1 glass (250 ml) clean water at night Morning empty stomach → drink the water + chew & swallow the soft fruits Throw away the hard seeds only
Alternative – Powder Form (Only if whole fruit not available) ½ teaspoon (≈ 2–3 gm) Paneer Phool powder in 100 ml lukewarm water After lunch OR after dinner (never empty stomach – can cause acidity) Never mix both methods on same day
Additional Safe Ayurvedic Support (Add these) Triphala Churna – 1 tsp night with warm water (best for lifelong constipation)
Diet Changes You Must Make Reduce White rice, roti, bread, potato, sweets (your current diet is high-carb → caused stroke) Increase Moong dal khichdi + vegetables (lauki, turai, parwal) + 1 tsp ghee Replace white rice with 50 % barley + 50 % rice Salad: cucumber + pomegranate daily
Summarising - Continue 8–10 paneer phool soaked overnight water every morning → completely safe & beneficial Add Triphala at night → constipation will vanish permanently Reduce carbohydrates drastically → prevent next stroke All your current allopathic medicines remain unchanged You are doing the right thing with paneer phool – keep going!
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
HELLO,
Based on what you shared- long standing diabetes, a recent strokes (paralysis on the right side), blood clot in the brain, and current use of warfarin + ecosprin - your situation requires very careful use of any herbal remedy, including panner phool
1) SAFETY OF PANNER PHOOL IN YOUR CASE Is panner phool water safe with your medicines -panner phool generally does NOT have known direct interactions with diabetes tablets or insulin -But there is uncertain interaction with warfarin, and anything that affects liver metabolism or clotting can be risky
THEREFORE= It is likely safe in small amounts , but you must monitor your INR (blood clotting test) regularly.
WHAT BENEFITS YOU NOTICED ARE REAL Panner phool is known in Ayurveda to - improve digestion - reduce constipation -mildly lower post-meal blood sugar - reduce inflammation So your observed improvement in constipation is consistent
2) RECOMMENDED AYURVEDIC WAY TO TAKE PANNER PHOOL If you are continuing panner phool, use the SAFE Dose
OPTION A= (best)= overnight infused water -take 5-7panner phool pods -soak in 1 glass (200-250ml) water overnight -drink the water in the morning on empty stomach - do NOT eat the soaked flowers This avoids strong dose and avoids digestive irritation
OPTION B= if using powder aAvoid strong dose due to your warfarin -take 250-300 mg (1/4 gm) only once a day after food (not 5 mg- that is too little to be effective)
Do not take panner phool twice a day. Once daily is enough
3) VERY IMPORTANT : BECAUSE YOU ARE ON WARFARIN Warfarin dose is affected by -herbs -digestion changes -diarrhea/ constipation -vitamin k changes -liver metabolism
Any herbal supplement may change INR
Please check INR within 1 week of starting panner phool and keep INR in the safe range your nephrologist advises
IF YOU NOTICE -bleeding gums -dark stool -nose bleed -unusal bruises -> stops immediately and contact your doctor
4) WHY CONSTIPATION HAPPENS IN DIABETES + INSULIN -Long term diabetes can cause diabetes autoimmune neuropathy -> slow bowel movement -many medications -low fiber -low water intake -less physical activity after paralysis Panner phool helps because it stimulates digestion
5) COMPLETE AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR YOU
A) FOR DIABETES
-AMLA + GILOY= 1 tsp amla powder + 1/2 tsp giloy in lukewarm water, daily morning =helps immunity and sugar control
-FENUGREEK SEEDS= soak 1 tsp overnight, drink water + eat seeds in morning- very safe even with insulin
DIET -since you have high carbohydrates -reduce wheat, rice, potatoes -replace with millets (bajra, jowar) and moong dal -avoid curd at night -avoid fried foods
B) FOR CONSTIPATION DAILY ROUTINE -drink warm water through the day -1 tsp ghee in warm milk at night
SAFE FORMULATION -TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1/2 tsp at bedtime in warm water =improves bowel movement, helps sugar metabolism
-ISABGOL= 2 tsp at night in warm water =very safe, helps smooth bowel
C) FOR STROKE RECOVERY Along with physiotherapy
INTENRALLY -BRAHMI VATI= 1 tab twice daily
EXTERNAL -GENTLE oil massage with warm sesame oil to affected side -followed by mild steam =helps nerve regeneration and muscle tone
MY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR YOU Here is the safest, most balanced approach -continue panner phool but only 5-7 flowers soaked overnight -Monitor INR after 1 week -Add Triphala or isabgol for safe constipation releif -reduce high card diet -continue physiotherapy -avoid starting multiple herbal medicines together
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
🌿 Paneer Phool: Benefits and Cautions in Your Case Paneer phool (Withania coagulans) is traditionally used in Ayurveda for: - Regulating blood sugar and supporting insulin sensitivity - Improving digestion and relieving constipation due to its mild laxative and anti-inflammatory properties - Reducing inflammation and supporting liver and kidney health
However, your case involves multiple critical medications and conditions if not properly taken with these medicines.
✅ If You Still Wish to Use Paneer Phool Safer method: Whole dried flowers soaked overnight - Dosage: Soak 5–7 dried paneer phool in a glass of water overnight. Drink the water in the morning on an empty stomach. - Avoid powder form for now—it’s more concentrated and harder to dose safely. - Monitor sugar levels daily and watch for signs of bleeding (bruising, gum bleeding, etc.)
Alternate Ayurvedic Medicines as per your conditions: 1.Diabecon DS tablets 2 tab twice daily with water before meals 2.Nisha Amalaki Churna 1 tsp twice daily with water after meals 3.Brahmi Ghrita 1 tsp in the morning with warm milk 4.Triphala churna 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water 5.Maha Vata Vidhwansan Ras 125 mg twice daily with water after meals
Paneer phool, also known as Indian Rennet or Withania Coagulans, is traditionally used in Ayurveda for managing diabetes and digestive issues. You’re looking into it’s benefits, especially for diabetes and its role in constipation, likely linked to your insulin use. However, given your medical history, it’s very important to take into account your complicated health status when incorporating any herbal treatment.
For diabetes, paneer phool can help regulate blood sugar levels by improving insulin sensitivity and pancreatic function. So, consuming paneer phool water on an empty stomach may help support your diabetes management, but shouldn’t replace any prescribed medication or medical treatment you’re currently on. It is crucial that you consult the diabetologist or your regular doctor before making any changes to avoid undesired interactions with your medications. Generally, soaking about 5-6 dried flowers in a glass of water overnight and drinking it in the morning on an empty stomach is common practice.
Regarding paneer phool’s effect on constipation, it might have a mild laxative effect due to its digestive enhancing properties, potentially beneficial for constipation induced by insulin use. If it’s already offering noticeable relief, then its use seems to be agreeing with your system. Just ensure that you’re staying hydrated, as fiber and water intake are both important for alleviating constipation.
Concerning the powder form, generally, 5 mg might be too less to have a noticeable impact. If advised by a healthcare professional to include the powder, when taken with lukewarm water after meals, it might aid in digestion and further support your blood sugar and bowel health.
Ensure regular check-ins with your healthcare provider to monitor your blood clotting and insulin sensitivity. Given your history of paralysis and blood clotting, it’s essential not to alter your regimen without medical guidance. Always report any new symptoms to your doctor immediately.
