Evidence Based Management of Insomnia through Ayurveda
Journal Title: International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharmaceutical Chemistry - Year 2018, Vol 0, Issue 0
Abstract
Aim: To briefly review the existing knowledge about concept and treatment modalities of Anidra (Insomnia) in Ayurveda, explore their scientific evidences and look for scope of future research. Background: Ayurveda includes sleep or Nidra amongst the three pillars of life. Ayurvedic texts describe causes, symptoms and management of Anidra or Nidranasha which can be utilized for better management of insomnia bypassing the side effects of allopathic sedatives and tranquilizers. Review results: Ayurveda offers an effective management for Nidranasha, including drugs, Panchkarma therapies, lifestyle and dietary modifications. These regimens have a benefit of holistic approach and are devoid of side effects and addiction of allopathic drugs. Sedative action of drugs like Centella asiatica, Bacopa monnieri, Celastrus panniculatus, Acorus calamus etc have been proved by in vitro and in vivo studies. Clinical trials on yoga, lifestyle interventions, shirodhara also prove their efficacy in Insomnia. Conclusion: Ayurveda is effective in managing insomnia.There is further scope of conducting clinical studies on effect of drugs and Panchkarma procedures in insomnia with a larger sample size. Clinical significance: Insomnia or Nidranasha is a commonly encountered problem in nearly 25-30 percent of general population. It results in fatigue, lowered immunity, depression, hypertension, obesity, diabetes mellitus, cardiac disorders and shortened lifespan. Effective management of insomnia through Ayurveda would prevent the complications of insomnia, treating the condition per se.
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Deepshikha . , Amit Kumar Rai, Bharti .
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