What is GFR?

GFR – Glomerular Filtration Rate is the best test to measure your level of kidney function and determine your stage of kidney disease. Your doctor can calculate it from the results of your blood creatinine test, your age, race, gender and other factors. The earlier kidney disease is detected, the better the chance of slowing or stopping its progression.

Blood is drawn from a vein, usually from the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. The site is cleaned with germ-killing medicine (antiseptic). The health care provider wraps an elastic band around the upper arm to apply pressure to the area and make the vein swell with blood. Next, the health care provider gently inserts a needle into the vein. The blood collects into an airtight vial or tube attached to the needle. The elastic band is removed from your arm. Once the blood has been collected, the needle is removed, and the puncture site is covered to stop any bleeding.

In infants or young children, a sharp tool called a lancet may be used to puncture the skin and make it bleed. The blood collects into a small glass tube called a pipette, or onto a slide or test strip. A bandage may be placed over the area if there is any bleeding.

The blood sample is sent to a lab, where the creatinine level is tested. The lab specialist uses combines your creatinine level with several other factors to estimate your glomerular filtration rate (GFR). Different formulas are used for adults and children. The formula will include some or all of the following:-

  • Age
  • Creatinine measurement
  • Gender
  • Height
  • Race
  • Weight

Certain drugs can interfere with test results. Tell your doctor about all medicines you are taking, including over-the-counter ones. When the needle is inserted to draw blood, some people feel moderate pain, while others feel only a prick or stinging sensation. Afterward, there might be some throbbing.

The GFR test measures how well your kidneys are filtering a waste called creatinine, which is produced by the muscles. When the kidneys aren’t working as well as they should, creatinine builds up in the blood.

Your doctor may order this test if there are signs that your kidneys are not working properly. It may also be done to see how far kidney disease has progressed. The test is recommended for people with chronic kidney disease and those at risk for it due to:

  • Diabetes
  • Family history of kidney disease
  • Frequent urinary tract infections
  • Heart disease
  • High blood pressure
  • Urinary blockage

What do you Understand by Kidney Failure?

Kidney failure is also known as renal insufficiency where kidneys are not able to remove toxins out from the blood. Kidneys lose their ability to perform normal functions and become incapable to eliminate unwanted materials out.

There can be a number of reasons for kidney failure. Diabetes and Hypertension are 2 major very common health problems which may lead to kidney damage. Some infections in body, prolonged use of some medicines and genes may also contribute to have with kidney failure.

There is ammonia smell or metallic taste, increased or decreased urination, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, shivering, sweating, leg pain and weakness are very common symptoms of kidney failure.

Herbal Remedies for Kidney Failure

Planet Ayurveda offers best combination of effective herbal remedies such as Revive Kidneys Pack for ayurvedic treatment of kidney failure. These herbal remedies are very helpful in avoiding kidney transplant and dialysis. These herbal remedies are prepared from using best quality herbs and strictly follow the principles of Ayurveda. All these herbal remedies of Planet Ayurveda are 100 percent pure, natural and vegetarian. These are free from chemicals, additives and preservatives. These are safe to use as these are free from side effects.

Dosage

  1. Varunadi Vati – 2 Tablets, thrice daily with warm water after meals.
  2. Mutrakrichantak Churna – 1 Teaspoonful twice daily warm with water and for best result Boil 1 Teaspoonful in 400ml water until it remains 50-60ml. Filter the preparation with a regular tea strainer and drink. You should use this once in morning 45min. after breakfast and similarly in evening 45min. after dinner. Prepare fresh every time as per this.
  3. Rencure Formula – 2 Capsules, twice daily with warm water after meals.
  4. Punarnava Mandur – 2 Tablets, thrice daily with warm water after meals.
  5. Chandanadi Vati – 2 Tablets, twice daily with warm water after meals.

All the produts can be taken together, along with the ongoing dialysis and other medications.

Products Description

1. VARUNADI VATI

These herbal tablets are prepared from a combination of herbs like Varun (Crataeva nurvala), Punarnava (Boerhavia Diffusa), Gokshur (Tribulus terrestris), Shuddha Guggulu (Commiphora mukul). These herbs are packed with diuretic, anti-inflammatory properties and are useful in the management of various kidney diseases.

2. MUTRAKRICHANTAK CHURNA

Mutrakrichantak Churna is a safe and effective combination of Mutrakrichantak Churnaing herbs used in Ayurveda since 5000 B.C. for painful urinary conditions and inflammations. It is useful in kidney stones, urinary tract infections, high uric acid, high urea and creatinine levels. These herbs act together in a synergistic manner and are effective in urinary tract infections, ureteric stones, and painful micturition.

3. RENCURE FORMULA

These are pure herbal capsules which are prepared from various herbs like Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Varun (Crataeva nurvala), Gokshur (Tribulus terrestris), Palaash (Butea monosperma) and Kaasni (Cichorium intybus). These herbs are useful in different types of kidneys problems. It rejuvenates the dying cells and helps to revive the dying organs of the body. It act as a natural cleanser and helps the kidneys to eliminate the toxins quickly without any side effects.

4. PUNARNAVA MANDUR

It is a wonderful formulation which is useful in the management of many health conditions. It is obtained from different herbs which are given below:-

  1. Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa)
  2. Shunti (Zingiber officinale)
  3. Pippali (Piper longum)
  4. Maricha (Piper nigrum)
  5. Amalaki (Emblica officinalis)
  6. Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)
  7. Chavya (Piper chaba)
  8. Haridra (Curcuma longa)
  9. Vidanga (Embelia ribes)
  10. Chitrak Mool (Plumbago zeylanica)
  11. Mandoor Bhasma (Ferric oxide calx)

BENEFITS:-

The herbs used in the formulation are very effective in removing toxins from the body. It acts as a natural diuretic and has anti-inflammatory properties. It helps to manage kidneys problems and reduce the related symptoms.

5. Chandanadi Vati

This is a classical Ayurvedic formulation. It contains herbs and minerals like Safed chandan (Santalum album), Kababchini (Piper cubeba), Safed ral (Shorea robusta), Gandhabiroja (Pinus longifolia), Katha (Sanegellia catechu), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), Gairik (Red ochre), etc.

BENEFITS:- This classical remedy is very beneficial in providing relief from kidney disorders. It provides a calming and soothing effect on the urinary tract system and also provides relief from burning gut. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It is used in the treatment of burning micturition, kidney disorders, heatstroke, burning gut, piles, fissures, etc.

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