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What should I give for underactive bladd
Gugulu and brahm vati had been prescribed by one dr and other prescribed gugulu and chandraprabhavati tablets
Kindly tell which two i should give and how to take for how long?
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I understand your confusion â this happens a lot when **different Ayurvedic doctors prescribe for different targets**. The *right* combination depends on **what problem the 55-year-old patient has**, not just the medicine names.
Let me break this down **clearly and safely**, then tell you **what to choose in common situations**.
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## First: what each medicine is actually for
### ð¿ **Guggulu (generic / Yograj / Kaishore etc.)**
* Reduces inflammation
* Improves metabolism
* Useful in joint pain, prostate issues, obesity, cholesterol, chronic toxins
âï¸ Almost always a **base medicine**
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### ð¿ **Brahmi Vati**
Main action:
* Stress, anxiety
* Poor sleep
* Memory issues
* Nervous system imbalance
* BP related to stress
â NOT mainly for urinary or prostate problems
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### ð¿ **Chandraprabha Vati**
Main action:
* Urinary problems
* Prostate enlargement
* Frequent urination
* Burning urine
* Diabetes-related weakness
* Kidneyâbladder support
âï¸ Very commonly given after age 45â50
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## Now the IMPORTANT question:
ð **What is the main problem of the 55-year-old male?**
Iâll give you **ready-made guidance** based on common conditions.
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## â
If the problem is:
### ð¹ Urinary issues / prostate / frequent urination / weakness
ð **BEST combination:**
âï¸ **Guggulu + Chandraprabha Vati**
â Brahmi Vati not required unless stress/sleep issue is dominant
**How to take:**
* Guggulu: 1 tablet **twice daily after food**
* Chandraprabha Vati: 2 tablets **twice daily after food**
* With: **lukewarm water**
â±ï¸ **Duration:** 6â8 weeks (review after that)
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## â
If the problem is:
### ð¹ Stress, anxiety, poor sleep, BP due to tension
ð **BEST combination:**
âï¸ **Guggulu + Brahmi Vati**
**How to take:**
* Guggulu: 1 tab **after breakfast**
* Brahmi Vati: 1â2 tabs **after dinner or at bedtime**
â±ï¸ **Duration:** 4â6 weeks
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## â ï¸ Important safety rules (please read)
* Do **NOT** take all three together unless advised
* Avoid if severe gastritis (guggulu increases heat)
* Avoid alcohol during course
* Take after meals only
Advice- self medication is hazardous, always consult ayurvedic doctor before taking ayurvedic medicine.
Consult me personally for details
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## If you want exact precision
Please tell me:
1ï¸â£ Main symptoms (urine, sleep, pain, BP, sugar?)
2ï¸â£ Whether the patient has **diabetes or BP**
3ï¸â£ Which **Guggulu** it is (Yograj / Kaishore / plain)
Iâll then give you **exact dose, timing, and duration** without confusion.
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1️⃣ Burning Urination / Painful Urination (Pitta disorder)
Medicines:
Chandraprabha Vati – 1 tab twice daily
Gokshuradi Guggulu – 2 tabs twice daily
Chandanasava – 15 ml + equal water, twice daily
Home remedies:
Coconut water daily
Coriander seed water (soak overnight, drink morning)
2️⃣ Frequent Urination / Urgency
(Common in UTIs, diabetes, bladder irritation)
Medicines:
Varunadi Kashayam – 15 ml twice daily
Punarnava Mandur – 1 tab BD
Chandraprabha Vati
Diet:
Avoid tea, coffee, alcohol
Avoid spicy & sour food
3️⃣ Difficulty in Urination / Weak Flow
(Prostate enlargement, Vata disorder)
Medicines:
Kanchanar Guggulu – 2 tabs twice daily
Varunadi Kashayam
Gokshura (Tribulus) powder ½ tsp daily
Lifestyle:
Don’t suppress urge to urinate
Warm sitz bath
4️⃣ Recurrent UTI
Medicines:
Chandanasava
Triphala Churna – ½ tsp at night
Guduchi capsules/tablets
Local care:
Adequate hydration
Proper genital hygiene
6️⃣ Urinary Incontinence / Leakage
(Vata weakness, post-delivery, aging)
Medicines:
Ashwagandha
Shatavari
Chandraprabha Vati
Yoga:
Moolbandha
Ashwini Mudra
Pelvic floor exercises
🥗 Diet Guidelines (Very Important)
Include: ✔️ Barley water
✔️ Coconut water
✔️ Milk & buttermilk
✔️ Ghee (small amount)
✔️ Bottle gourd, cucumber
Avoid: 🚫 Spicy food
🚫 Alcohol
🚫 Smoking
🚫 Dehydration
🚫 Holding urine
❗When to Investigate (Must)
Persistent symptoms >7–10 days
Blood in urine
Fever with chills
Recurrent UTIs
Diabetes / prostate symptoms
Recommended tests:
Urine routine & culture
Ultrasound KUB
Blood sugar
🌼 Expected Improvement
Burning & pain: 3–5 days
Frequency: 1–2 weeks
Chronic issues: 4–6 weeks
If you want, I can customize an Ayurvedic prescription based on:
Age & gender
Exact symptoms
Acute or chronic
Diabetes / prostate / post-delivery status
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Any drug need to reach target tissues it demands open channels and Yog Basti therapy opens up in 8-16days then said drug will serve the purpose.
Under or hypersensitive or over active any muscle need to address from core and why it's been resulted so is the key to management
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at ur age u must date with detox and Rasayana medicine for planning health and fitness ahead
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You can take chandraprabha vati-2-0-2 and gokshura vati-2-0-2 with warm water for 7 days.
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Chanderprabhavati for uti problem.
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Take both tabs. Twice daily with a warm look water...
Only one Guggle can take
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feel free to consult me
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Chandraprabha vati will help in your urinary problems and brahmi vati will calm your nervous system..Kindly consult me or any Ayurveda consultant for proper guidance and treatment with your complete clinical history
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consult an Ayurveda practitioner
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Avoid Guggulu because you are a post-CABG patient.
For urinary problems, Chandraprabha Vati is beneficial. It can be taken one tablet in the morning and one in the evening after food, starting with a low and gradual dose.
Brahmi Vati is also good for your overall health.
Monitor your blood pressure regularly.
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Whatever Your Taking, Must be under doctor Guidence
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Consult personally for better treatment
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Namastey
Plz mention your health issues along with medication to have a better understanding for your prescription.
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You can consult us for your proper treatment and care.
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Consult ayurveda physician for proper diagnosis and root cause of ailment before consuming any medicine
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Gugulu and chandraprabhavati for first 15 days after meal with jamu karela swaras.
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Avoid sugar. 1000 steps walk after dinner
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Chandraprabha vati is good for urinary related diseases.
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Can you please explain more about your current condition. Consult me online through this platform for further guidance and treatments.
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Dr Raghuveer SN
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Hyderabad
It depends
Both are ok
Go with guggulu and brahmi
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Dr. Sujatha K
Ayurveda
30 yrs exp
Bangalore
Please clarify your problems .
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