Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Financial help from Banks for BAMS Doctors

Courtesy: Dr.Sachin Rewar,
Delhi

Dear friends greetings.
scheme DOCTOR PLUS - bank is providing easy loan upto 10 lacs to without any collateral security to ayurvedic doctor's to establish own clinics.Almost all the banks have attractive schemes of providing loans to doctor's without any security. Below is the copy of the scheme for reference.
DOCTOR PLUS Reference CirCO/Adv/195/2002-03 DATED 18.01.2003 CirCO/Adv/233/2002-03 DATED13.3.2003 CCO/Adv/47/2003-04, CCO/Adv/264/2003-04 CCO/Adv/67/2003-04, CCO/Adv/311/2003-04 Cir CO/Adv/13/2004-05 DATED 07.04.2004 CirCO/Adv/201/2004-05 DATED 29.10.2004 CCFO/Adv/8/2007-08 DATED 13.04.07 CCFO/Adv/44/2007-08 DATED 23.05.07 Target Group Medical practitioners of any discipline, promoters of hospitals and nursing homes, pathological clinics, polyclinics, X-Ray labs, etc. Eligibility · Individuals/ partnerships / Corporates /Trusts (with powers to borrow) · Promoters should be registered practitioners and should possess minimum qualification to practice in a discipline such as MBBS/ BDS/BAMS/ GAMS/BHMS Purpose To finance qualified medical practitioners · For buying equipments (For dentists, the loan also covers dental implants besides equipments; For orthopedists, the loan also covers various replacements/implants for hip/knee/shoulder/spine etc.) · Setting up clinic, nursing home pathology labs, drug store, ambulance, computers, vehicles, etc. · Expansion/renovation/modernization of existing premises Type of Facility · Medium Term Loan · Cash Credit Loan Amount Maximum of Rs.5 crores of which a sub ceiling for WC limits at · 10% of total loan amount for upto Rs.1 crore · 5% of total loan amount for above Rs.1 crore- Minimum Rs.10 lakhs Repayment · Minimum DSCR 1 : 1.5 · Maximum period upto 7 years · Maximum moratorium 12 months Interest Based on credit scoring model. SCORE INTEREST RATE 65 & Above 2.00% below SBAR 55-64 1.50% below SBAR 45-54 1.00 % below SBAR 35-44 0.50% below SBAR Below 35
Please check with the Banks and go ahead for the blog may not be responsible for the good and the bad.
This is an information passed with good heart.........
ALL THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Ulcerative colitis-herbal treatments

A small clinical study found that people with UC taking 550 mg of boswellia gum resin three times daily for six weeks had similar improvement in symptoms and the severity of their disease as people with UC taking the drug sulfasalazine.42 Overall, 82% of patients receiving boswellia, along with 75% of patients taking sulfasalazine, went into remission.In a preliminary trial, people with UC remained in remission just as long when they took 20 grams of ground psyllium seeds twice daily with water as when they took the drug mesalamine.43 The combination of the two was slightly more effective than either alone. Controlled trials are now needed to confirm a therapeutic effect of psyllium for UC.In a controlled trial, supplementation with wheat grass juice for one month resulted in clinical improvement in 78% of people with ulcerative colitis, compared with 30% of those receiving a placebo.44 The amount of wheat grass used was 20 ml per day initially; this was increased by 20 ml per day to a maximum of 100 ml per day (approximately 3.5 ounces).German doctors practicing herbal medicine often recommend chamomile for people with colitis.45 A cup of strong tea drunk three times per day is standard, along with enemas using the tea when it reaches body temperature.Curcumin is a compound in turmeric (Curcuma longa) that has been reported to have anti-inflammatory activity. In a preliminary trial, five of five people with chronic ulcerative proctitis (a condition similar to ulcerative colitis) had an improvement in their disease after supplementing with curcumin. The amount of curcumin used was 550 mg twice a day for one month, followed by 550 mg three times a day for one month.46 In a double-blind trial, supplementation with curcumin in the amount of 1 gram twice a day for six months decreased the relapse rate in patients with ulcerative colitis in remission. The relapse rate was 4.7% among people receiving curcumin and 20.5% in the placebo group, a statistically significant difference. All patients in the study also received conventional therapy.47Enemas of oil of St. John’s wort may also be beneficial.48 Consult with a doctor before using St. John’s wort oil enemas.Aloe vera juice has anti-inflammatory activity and been used by some doctors for people with UC. In a double-blind study of people with mildly to moderately active ulcerative colitis, supplementation with aloe resulted in a complete remission or an improvement in symptoms in 47% of cases, compared with 14% of those given a placebo (a statistically significant difference).49 No significant side effects were seen. The amount of aloe used was 100 ml (approximately 3.5 ounces) twice a day for four weeks. Other traditional anti-inflammatory and soothing herbs, including calendula, flaxseed, licorice, marshmallow, myrrh, and yarrow. Many of these herbs are most effective, according to clinical experience, if taken internally as well as in enema form.50 Enemas should be avoided during acute flare-ups but are useful for mild and chronic inflammation. It is best to consult with a doctor experienced with botanical medicine to learn more about herbal enemas before using them. More research needs to be done to determine the effectiveness of these herbs.

Lichen Planus-Allopathic views

Lichen planus (LP) is a self-limited disease that usually resolves within 8-12 months. Mild cases can be treated with fluorinated topical steroids. More severe cases, especially those with scalp, nail, and mucous membrane involvement, may need more intensive therapy.
Medication
The first-line treatments of cutaneous lichen planus (LP) are topical steroids, particularly class I or II ointments. A second choice would be systemic steroids for symptom control and possibly more rapid resolution. Many practitioners prefer intramuscular triamcinolone 40-80 mg every 6-8 weeks. Oral acitretin has been shown to be effective in published studies.12 Many other treatments, including mycophenolate mofetil (CellCept) at 1-1.5 g twice daily, are of uncertain efficacy because of the lack of randomized controlled trials.For lichen planus of the oral mucosa, topical steroids are usually tried first. Topical and systemic cyclosporin have been tried with some success13 ; however, a randomized double-blind study indicated that topical cyclosporin was a less effective but much more costly regimen than clobetasol.14 Newer topical calcineurin inhibitors have replaced topical cyclosporin for the treatment of lichen planus. Other options include oral or topical retinoids. Even with these effective treatments, relapses are common.Patients with widespread lichen planus may respond to narrow-band or broadband UV-B therapy.15 Psoralen with UV-A (PUVA) therapy for 8 weeks has been reported to be effective. Risks and benefits of this treatment should be considered. PUVA is carcinogenic. Long-term risks include dose-related actinic degeneration, squamous cell carcinoma, and cataracts. A phototoxic reaction with erythema, pruritus, phytophotodermatitis, and friction blisters could occur.UV-A therapy combined with oral psoralen consists of oral psoralen (0.6 mg/kg), 1.5-2 hours before ultraviolet light, which usually starts at 0.5-1 J/cm2 and is increased by 0.5 J/cm2 per visit. Use of topical ointment at the time of receiving UV-A treatment may decrease the effectiveness of PUVA. Precaution should be taken for persons with a history of skin cancers or hepatic insufficiency.CorticosteroidsThese agents have anti-inflammatory properties and cause profound and varied metabolic effects. In addition, these agents modify the body's immune response to diverse stimuli. Topical steroids may be as effective as systemic steroids. Class I or II steroids in ointment form reduce pruritus in cutaneous lichen planus, but they have not been proven to induce remission.

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Yellow fever vaccination details,Delhi

COURTESY : DR. T. DIVAKAR RAO ,DELHI


Information for Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate
Yellow fever vaccination certificate mandatory for all person (including infant) who have been traveling to following country even in Transit AFRICA Angola, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire), Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Ivory Coast (Cote D’Ivoire), Kenya, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan (South of 15 ° N), Togo, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia. AMERICA Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Venezuela, Panama.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate issue for 10 years and certificate becomes valid after 10 days vaccination.A person arriving in India who is require to possess a Yellow Fever Certificate as per requirements will, in the absence of a valid Vaccination certificate be quarantined for a period of six days, without exception.
Inoculation Centers:
DELHI :
Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre,
Airport Authority of India Quarters,
T1 BuildingNear Mahipalpur Fly Over
Ph : 011 - 2565 2129 Timings = 2-4PM
(Registrations from 10AM, best to register early as it's only done in batches of 10..)
Day = Tue/Thu
Public Health Laboratory Municipal Corporation,
Town Hall, Alipur Road
Timings: Fri :1000 - 1200 hrs
Tel: 2397 2058
Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital.
Room No. 11 & 12 Timings: Wed & Sat 1100 to 1230 hrs
Tel: 2336 5525
International Inoculation Center ,
Mandir Marg,
New Delhi - 110001
Timings: Wed & Fri : 1330 to 1400 hrs
Tel: 2336 2284
DELHI Health Organization
Palam Airport
Timings: Tue. And Thursday. 1400 - 1600 hrs
Tel: 2329 5507
This place has shifted to new location. Address: T1 Building, AAI Housing Complex, Near BCAS Office, Mahipalpur. New Delhi.

Saturday, January 2, 2010

BASICS OF GUDUCHI


GILOY

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Botanical Name : TINOSPORA CORDIFOLIA
Family Name : MENINSPERMACEAE
Common Name : GULANSHE TINOSPARA, GULANCHA TINOSPARA, TINOSPARA, GILOY
Part Used : StemHabitat : North And South India.
Uses :It is Antiperiodic, Antipyretic, Alterative, Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory. It is a contituent of several compound preparations. It is used in fever, urinary disorders, dyspepsia, general debility and urinary diseases. It is also used in treatment of rheumatism and jaundice.

INGREDIENTS,USES & MORPHOLOGY OF GUDUCHI

Guduchi : IngredientsThe most active ingredients of Guduchi supplements include – Tinosporin, Diterpenoid furanolactone tinosporidine, Columbin, Beta-sitosterol, Tinosporide, Tinosporaside, Cordifolide, Cordifol, Heptacosanol, Clerodane furano diterpene, Diterpenoid
Uses of the Guduchi
The main indication of the Tinospora and its Satva includes:* Immunity booster. The herb builds up immunity to remain unaffected by infections that we face daily.* General debility* Fever and common colds* Urinary problems
The Guduchi plant- Tinospora cordifolia is a large, hairless, broadleaf climbing shrub. Its stems are rather succulent with long filiform fleshy aerial roots coming out of the branches. Guduchi’s bark is grey-brown in color and warty. The shrub’s leaves are membranous and cordate. Where as the flowers are small, yellow or greenish yellow. The male flowers are clustered and females are usually solitary. The drupes are oval, glossy, succulent, red and pea-sized and the seeds curved

GUDUCHI

Guduchi or tinospora cordifolia is an ayurvedic herb well-known for its numerous medical benefits. Guduchi is used in homes to treat various medical situations. Guduchi helps to boost your immune system and prevents you from the repeated attacks of the infection. Guduchi increases the function of the macrophages which prevents us from infection. It is recommended to treat the urinary tract infections, gastric disorders as well as fever.
It helps in treating the stomach disease with worms. It helps to deal with the renal infection. It acts as a diuretic. Guduchi has antibacterial properties along with anti-inflammatory action. Guduchi helps to inhibit the growth of bacteria in the body and helps in the easy and fast healing of the immune system.
It is a useful product for increasing the protective action of the white blood cells. White blood cells are called as soldiers of our body as they help us to protect from any infection and also strengthen our immune system.
It is very useful Ayurvedic herb to treat the kidney infection. It acts as a diuretic and helps to remove urinary stones without causing any discomfort and also helps to bring down the normal levels of blood urea. It is an excellent herb that acts as an anti-infective, antibacterial, anti-viral and it is believed to be a wonderful herb for liver. It helps to prevent any liver infection such as hepatitis, jaundice, etc. It helps to increase the memory. It helps to sharpen the brain and bring back the lost memory. Guduchi increases the concentration.
It is also an herbal product for joint pains. It is a very good product indicated in joint pains. It gives you immediate relief from pain and inflammation. Regular intake of the drug helps in quick recovery of the suffering.
It is also known for its action on the skin. It is a very good natural remedy for various skin infections such as eczema, psoriasis, acne etc.