Herbal Remedies for Hypopituitarism

About Hypopituitarism

The pituitary gland is a small bean-shaped gland situated at the base of the brain, behind the nose and between the ears. This gland secretes hormones that influence nearly every part of the body.

Hypopituitarism is a rare disorder in which the pituitary gland doesn't secrete enough hormones or no hormones at all that are required for the normal functioning of the body. In this disorder, there is a shorter supply of one or more pituitary hormones and their deficiency can severely affect body's routine functions such as growth, reproduction, blood pressure, kidney functioning etc.

What are the symptoms of Hypopituitarism?

The signs and symptoms can occur suddenly but they more often develop gradually. Signs and symptoms may also vary depending on which pituitary hormones are deficient and how severe the deficiency is.

Symptoms depend on which hormone or hormones are missing:

1. ACTH deficiency causing cortisol deficiency: Symptoms include: weakness, weight loss, abdominal pain, low blood pressure and low serum levels.
2. TSH deficiency causing thyroid hormone deficiency: symptoms include weakness, fatigue, puffiness, feeling cold, constipation, difficulty with memory, inability to concentrate, difficulty losing weight, skin may become pale and dry, liver problems, anaemia, high cholesterol levels and liver problems may occur.
3. LH and FSH deficiency in women: symptoms include loss of menstrual cycle, infertility, decrease in sexual drive, vaginal dryness, osteoporosis.
4. LH and FSH deficiency symptoms in men: loss of libido, infertility due to low sperm count, osteoporosis.
5. GH deficiency: In children, growth hormone deficiency causes lack of growth and an increase in body fat. It may also cause decrease in energy and physical activity.
6. Anti-diuretic hormone deficiency: This hormone results in diabetes insipidus (DI). Symptoms include - increased thirst and frequent urination particularly at night. If DI occurs spontaneously, it indicates that some other sort of inflammation or tumor is present in that area.

What are the causes of Hypopituitarism?

• It is frequently triggered by a tumor of the pituitary gland because when tumor increases in size, it can damage and compress the pituitary tissue interfering in hormone production. It can also compress optic nerves causing visual disturbances.
• Infections of the brain such as meningitis
• Tuberculosis
• Head injuries
• Stroke
• Radiation treatment
• Severe loss of blood during childbirth.

Treatment of Hypopituitarism

Modern treatment includes treatment with the appropriate hormone. These drugs are considered as replacement rather than treatment because the dosage of the drug is set to match the amounts that the body would normally manufacture if it didn't have a pituitary problem. This treatment may be life-long prescription of hormones.

Herbal Remedies for Hypopituitarism

Planet Ayurveda provides effective herbal remedies like Stress Support, Ashwagandha Capsules, Punarnava Mandoor, Female Health Support, Gotu Kola Capsules & Kanchnar Guggul for ayurvedic treatment of hypopituitarism. 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.

1. Stress Support

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According to Ayurveda, stress is one of the main factors in the imbalance in the secretion of hormones by the glands. So, stress support capsules are recommended whenever there is an imbalance in the endocrine system of the body.

Stress Support Capsules of Planet Ayurveda are purely an herbal formulation without any chemicals added into it. These capsules act synergistically to control the vitiated Vata therefore acting on the root cause.

Dosage: 1-2 capsules twice daily.

2. Ashwagandha Capsules

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Ashwagandha Capsules of Planet Ayurveda is prepared from the pure extract of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) herb. This herb contains the active components like Withanolides and Withaferin which are very beneficial for the brain and nervous system. This herb also possesses anti-inflammatory, immuno-modulatory, anti-stress, anti-tumor and rejuvenating properties. Because of all these properties, this herb is very useful for the patients of hypopituitarism.

Dosage: 1-2 capsules twice daily.

3. Punarnava MandUr

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Punarnava Mandur tablets are very helpful in the treatment of edema (swelling in various parts of the body), liver problems, anaemia etc. Which are the main symptoms of hypopituitarism. Punarnava possesses astringent, bitter and cooling properties. It is also considered as a rejuvenative herb thus gives new life to the patients.

Dosage: 1-2 tablets twice daily.

4. Female Health Support

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Most of the hormones responsible for puberty and reproduction in females are secreted by pituitary gland. In the hypopituitarism, these hormones are secreted in very less quantity or are not secreted at all. Female health support formula of Planet Ayurveda is a wonderful formulation of nature's best herbs that helps in the correcting the hormonal imbalances. These ingredients balance the female hormones.

Dosage: 1-2 capsules twice daily.

5. Gotukola Capsules

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Gotukola capsules are prepared from the herb gotukola (Centella asiatica). Gotukola herb is useful in brain and nervous system disorders as well as mood disorders in which there is a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Hormonal changes in the body also contribute to depression so gotukola capsules are recommended in hypopituitarism patients.

Dosage: 1-2 capsules twice daily.

6. Kanchnaar Guggul

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The main ingredient of Kanchnaar guggul is Kanchnaar which is a very useful herb for ovarian cysts, malignant tumors, uterine fibroids, metastatic tumors, extra growths etc. Kanchnaar Guggul also contains detoxifying herbs like Trikatu and triphala which detoxify the whole system.

Dosage: 1-2 tablets twice daily.