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VOL. 6, ISSUE 1 (2021)
Clinical trials in the management of migraine carried out at IPGTRA, Jamnagar: A review
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Kumari Archana, DB Vaghela
Abstract
Background: Migraine is a painful episodic neurovascular disorder with recurrent attacks of headache that are typically throbbing and unilateral/bilateral and often mild/severe. The events of attacks are usually escorted by cardinal features such as nausea, vomiting and aversion to multiple stimuli like sound, light and smell, prevail for almost 4 to 72 hours, may or may not lead by focal neurological phenomenon. These cardinal features are classified in Ayurveda under Shiro Roga (head diseases). All kind of Shirah Shoola are broadly termed as Shiro Roga. Objective: To review research work carried out in Shalakya Tantra department in the management of Migraine. Methods: Research work on migraine management carried out between 2008 and 2019 has been reviewed. All studies were compared regarding methodology and results are included in this review. Results: All the studies reviewed were aimed at enhancing the efficacy of Ayurvedic medicines, i.e. Laghu Sutashekhara Rasa, Sutashekhara Rasa, Brihat Dashmoola Taila, Brihat Jeevakadya Taila, Go-Ghrita Nasya. To date, a total of four clinical studies in the field of migraine have been conducted at the Department of Shalakyatantra, IPGT & RA, Jamnagar. Conclusion: The aforesaid ayurvedic intervention carried out previously were effective not only in relieving the cardinal features but also helps in relieving constipation and acidity. Ayurvedic interventions provided better result in comparison to modern intervention and placebo.
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Pages:222-225
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Kumari Archana, DB Vaghela "Clinical trials in the management of migraine carried out at IPGTRA, Jamnagar: A review". International Journal of Botany Studies, Vol 6, Issue 1, 2021, Pages 222-225
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