Author: Dr. Vikram Chauhan

January 30, 2025

Ayurvedic Treatment for Chronic Kidney Disease with Herbal Remedies

ABSTRACT

A healthy human body consists of two kidneys that filter your blood. Each of our kidneys consists of millions of nephrons which removes toxins and excessive fluid from the blood. The most common wastes are ammonia, urea (nitrogen waste), creatinine (muscle waste), excessive amounts of salts etc. which are then excreted out in urine. A nephron consists of glomerulus, Bowman’s capsule (here blood gets filtered) and tubules (where extra water and ions are reabsorbed by body if required). A healthy kidney filters about 1100-1200 ml/min of blood to generate about 125ml/min of filtrate in Bowman’s capsule. When the renal filtration rate falls and the kidneys are unable to filter out the metabolic waste from the body the chronic kidney disease develops. Let’s discuss!!

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INTRODUCTION

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a condition where the kidneys gradually lose their ability to function efficiently. This damage happens slowly, often over many years, and it can lead to serious life-threatening complications if left untreated. Early stages may have no symptoms, but as the disease progresses, people experience fatigue, Pedal edema, High blood pressure, and trouble in urination. Major risk factors are diabetes, Hypertension, Obesity and Certain infections. If left untreated, CKD can eventually lead to kidney failure, where dialysis or a kidney transplant may be needed. Regular check-ups can help detect CKD early and slow its progress.

CAUSES

Major two causes of CKD are:

  1. Diabetes Mellitus: Patients with prolonged history of diabetes often land in CKD as a result of poorly managed blood sugar levels. The first sign of diabetes affecting kidneys is protein in urine. The healthy kidneys will not filter out albumin as it is essential for the body. But when renal damage begins, the patient loses protein through urine. As a result, patients will lose weight.
  2. Hypertension: In patients with prolonged history of increased hypertension, it can damage the blood vessels in your kidneys, making it difficult for them to remove toxins and extra fluid from your body. This extra fluid can raise your blood pressure even more, causing a hopeless cycle. Taking care of your blood pressure can help protect your kidneys and break this cycle.

Other causes include:

  • Certain infections like untreated & long-lasting UTIs, sepsis
  • Congenital conditions like hydronephrosis, renal and urinary tract abnormalities
  • Polycystic kidney disease
  • Drug toxicity
  • Heavy metal poisoning like lead poisoning
  • Glomerulonephritis, IgA nephropathy
  • Renal artery stenosis
  • Systemic lupus erythematosus: this disease affects whole body but when it affects kidneys it is called lupus nephritis
  • Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS)
  • Renal stones

SYMPTOMS

CKD doesn’t produce any early symptoms, but if they are present, they may include:

  • Foamy urine
  • Urinating (peeing) more often or less often than usual
  • Itchy / dry skin
  • Feeling tired
  • Nausea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Weight loss without trying to lose weight (due to proteinuria)

Advanced CKD symptoms are seen as:

  • Shortness of breath
  • Pedal edema or edema in legs, arms, ankles
  • Puffy eyes
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Anemia
  • Muscle cramps
  • Ammonia breath (urine-like or “fishy” breath)
  • Skin darkening
  • Numbness
  • Ascites

STAGES OF CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE

  • Stage 1: Kidney damage with normal or increased GFR (> 90 mL/min)
  • Stage 2: Mild reduction in GFR (60-89 mL/min)
  • Stage 3a: Moderate reduction in GFR (45-59 mL/min)
  • Stage 3b: Moderate reduction in GFR (30-44 mL/min)
  • Stage 4: Severe reduction in GFR (15-29 mL/min)
  • Stage 5: This is diagnosed as End-stage kidney disease (GFR < 15 mL/min).

DIAGNOSIS

  1. Blood Tests: KFT is a key diagnostic test in CKD to determine the creatinine levels in the body. On the basis of creatinine levels along with your age, size, gender; your eGFR levels are calculated. For males, the creatinine levels should be 0.7 mg/dL to 1.3 mg/dL and for females, it should be 0.6 mg/dL to 1.1 mg/dL.
  2. A/G Ratio Test: The albumin & globulin are two essential proteins in the body. Their higher ratio indicates protein loss through urine and progression of CKD.
  3. ABG Analysis: for monitoring blood electrolyte levels.
  4. Urine Analysis: Physical examination of urine is done to check for pus cells.
  5. IMAGING examinations: USG, CT SCAN can be done to study the damage done to renal parenchyma.

TREATMENT

Since it is a progressive disease, only symptomatic treatment can be given to manage it.

  1. Oral glycemic drugs or insulin therapy can be given to regulate blood sugar levels.
  2. Antihypertensives which are renal safe can be given for BP regulation.
  3. Sodium bicarbonate to deal with acidosis.
  4. Once creatinine levels are >3 mg/dL, dialysis is advised. The frequency of dialysis will depend on the health of kidneys.
  5. After a certain time, when dialysis cannot be carried forward and kidneys are failing, then renal transplant is the only option.

To not land in this situation, timely intervention and disease management is essential to stop the ongoing renal damage. With the help of Ayurveda and timely intervention, the damage done to the kidneys can be stopped. Mind it, the damage once done to the kidneys is not at all reversible but its progression can be stopped. With the help of Ayurveda, the frequency of dialysis in many patients can be decreased and the progression towards renal failure can be stopped.

AYURVEDIC OVERVIEW

In Ayurveda, we can correlate CKD with “Mutrakricha” i.e., retention of urine. Acharya Charaka (Ancient Vaidya of medicine) has explained about 8 types of mutra-kricha.

Among the many nidanas (causes); ativyayama (overexertion), teekshna aushad (strong medications), rooksha Madhya (drying variety of alcohol like gin, vodka), Anupa matsya (Kapha dominated non-veg food), Adhyashana (consuming food before the digestion of previous meal), Ajeerna (Indigestion).

This disease manifests due to the above-mentioned nidanas (causes) causing the production of Ama (toxin buildup in the stomach) in the body which leads to “stroto-avrodh” (obstruction) which causes Vata dosha to get vitiated. If this vitiated vata causes kha-vaigunyata in the basti (urinary bladder) it may result in acute or chronic kidney disease.

Acharya Charaka has mentioned that foamy urine and edema is due to vitiated kapha dosha. Since the imbalance of doshas is causing kha-vaigunyata of the basti marma, uttarbasti (oil-based enema given through the ureter) can be given to achieve the equilibrium in basti marma.

AYURVEDIC HERBS BENEFICIAL IN CKD

  • Varuna: The extract from the bark of the varuna which is enriched with alkaloids like rutin, quercetin and varunol is known for its diuretic and lithotriptic properties. Varun chhal (bark) is used for lowering creatinine levels. It does this by increasing your urine output, which helps in lowering the creatinine levels. Varuna helps in balancing vitiated kapha and vata doshas due to its Ushna veerya (hot potency), tikta rasa (bitter) and kashaya rasa (astringent properties).
  • Punarnava: It is a potent diuretic and anti-inflammatory with Tikta rasa (bitter), kashaya rasa (astringent). The whole plant is used from its roots to the flower, but the extracts from roots are most potent. The leaves from punarnava are consumed as a vegetable to reduce edema. Its anti-diuretic effect helps in decreasing water retention in the body and retaining the electrolyte balance. It is an excellent blood purifier and also helpful in increasing Hb count.
  • Gokshura Gokshura is a potent mutual (diuretic) herb. It is tridosha shamak (balances all three doshas) but since it is rich in madhur rasa (sweet) and is of sheet veerya (cool potency) it works on vitiated pitta dosha. Also known as trikantaka, this herb is pramehhara i.e. it is helpful in reducing blood sugar levels. Thus, helpful in chronic kidney disease.
  • Palash: This plant is commonly known as flame tree. It is helpful in reducing inflammation and eliminating toxins, thus improving kidney function. As a result, it is useful in treating chronic kidney failure and uremia. It is both kapha and pitta dosha shamak as the bark of the plant is of Ushna veerya (hot potency) and root is sheet in veerya (cool potency). The flowers of Palaash improve kidney function, reduce inflammation & improves the elimination of toxins. It also assists in the drainage of excess uric acid from the blood.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda provides a combination of above-mentioned ayurvedic herbs for the management of chronic kidney disease. With the use of above-mentioned herbs, Planet Ayurveda has compiled the “Revive Kidneys Pack”. This pack includes Mutrakrichantak churna, Rencure formula, Varunadi vati, Punaranava Mandur, and Chandanadi vati. All the Planet Ayurveda medicines are 100% natural, vegetarian, additive-free, chemical & preservative-free, and without any side effects.

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1. MUTRAKRICHANTAK CHURNA

This churna is prepared using standardized extract from varuna (Crataeva nurvala), bhumi-amlaki (Phyllanthus niruri), gokshur (Tribulus terrestris), and Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata). It can balance out all the tridoshas. Since these herbs have a mutual (diuretic) effect, it helps in lowering the raised creatinine levels and thus improves glomerular filtration of blood in kidneys. It has also proven to reduce burning moisture.

Dosage: Since it is available in churna form, 1 teaspoonful with water is recommended for the best results. 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 twice a day, 45 min. after breakfast and 45 min. after dinner. Prepare fresh every time.

2. RENCURE FORMULA

It is available in capsule form. It contains ayurvedic herbs such as Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Varun (Crateava nurvula), Gokshur (Tribulus terrestris), Palaash (Butea monosperma), and Kasni (Cichorium intybus). The aqueous extract of Kaasni is efficient in lowering serum creatinine and serum urea levels. The diuretic properties help to remove the toxins from the body.

Dosage: 1-2 Capsules twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

3. VARUNADI VATI

Varunadi vati is available in tablet form which is prepared using the standardized extract from varuna (Crataeva nurvala), punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Gokshur (Tribulus terrestris), and shuddha Guggulu (Commiphora mukul). The extract quercetin from varuna and punarnava helps in repairing the renal damage caused by heavy metal toxicities. It is also helpful in decreasing water retention, thus reducing edema.

Dosage: 1-2 tablets twice or thrice daily with lukewarm water.

4. PUNARNAVA MANDUR

It is a classical medicine available in capsule form, prepared from the standardized extract of punarnava and loh bhasma (Iron ash) after following proper purification methods. It is helpful in correcting iron deficiency anemia, blood purification, etc. It reduces water retention in the body due to its Shothahara (Anti Inflammatory) properties, thus also indicated to use in ascites. Since the CKD patients suffer from low levels of Hb in advanced conditions, it is recommended for them.

Dosage: 1-2 tablets twice or thrice daily with lukewarm water.

5. CHANDANADI VATI

Chandanadi vati is available in tablet form and is prepared using standardized extract of Chandan (Santalum album), elaychi (Ellectaria cardamom), kabab-chini (Piper cubeba), amlaki (Phyllanthus emblica), and similar herbs. It is helpful in removing excessive kapha dosha, aama (toxins) from the body. Amlaki in it helps in balancing tridoshas as it cleanses the bladder and relieves the burning sensation. Chandan balances excess heat due to its sheet veerya (cool potency). Ela reduces inflammation and kabab-chini is known for its anti-microbial properties.

Dosage: 1-2 tablets twice or thrice daily with lukewarm water.

CONCLUSION

Chronic Kidney Disease is a slow progressive disease characterized by gradual loss of kidney function. Early detection and proper management are crucial in slowing the progression and reducing complications. Key factors contributing to CKD include hypertension, diabetes, and genetic predispositions, among others but effective management involves controlling underlying health conditions, adopting a healthy lifestyle, and medical interventions such as medications or dialysis. The modern biomedicine gives minimal importance to the factors of causation and is more oriented in treating the presenting features or as you say symptoms. The etiology at times may have a decisive role in the management of CKD especially in cases where the patient is treated from one side but continues with etiological factors as said in Ayurveda “nidansevan”. Therefore, to manage the CKD “Nidan-parivarjan” is essential which means cessation of etiological factors. It is essential to address the disease early to prevent further complications, such as kidney failure. Regular monitoring, patient education, and a collaborative approach between healthcare providers and patients are fundamental in managing CKD effectively.

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January 28, 2025

A Holistic Approach to Migraine with Ayurveda & Natural Remedies

Abstract

Migraine is an episode of headache that causes throbbing pain and pulsating usually on one side of the head. These Migraines can last for hours and days. Pain during Migraines is so bad that it interferes with daily life activities. Triggers in migraines may vary person to person. They are recurrent and complex neurological events. Migraines are mainly of 2 types. Migraine with aura (Warning sign) and migraine without aura (Warning sign). Migraines without aura account for 75% of cases. Here, we will discuss this in detail.

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Introduction

Migraines are genetically influenced by complex neurological disorders. It is characterised by episodes of moderate to severe pain in the head. It is usually unilateral. They are accompanied by nausea and sensitivity towards light and sound. These episodes are known as Migraine attacks. In some patients, there is a warning symptom called Aura. it occurs with or before the headache. Aura can include visual disturbance like flashes. Black spots and tingling sensation on one side of face, difficulty in speaking.

Causes

Its causes are not known but genetics and environmental factors play a major role.

  • Changes in the brainstem and its interaction with terminal nerves.
  • Imbalances in brain chemicals that include serotonin, which helps to regulate pain in the nervous system.

Migraine Triggers

  1. Hormonal changes in females: Estrogen fluctuation during pregnancy, menstrual periods, menopause triggers the attack in many females.
  2. Drinks: Such as alcohol, wine, excessive caffeine.
  3. Stress
  4. Sensory stimuli: Such as bright and fleshy lights, loud noise, strong smell.
  5. Sleep: Disturbance in sleep, irregular sleeping pattern.
  6. Physical strain: Physical exertion (Intense).
  7. Weather changes: A change of weather or barometric pressure can prompt a migraine.
  8. Medications: Such as oral contraceptives, vasodilators such as nitroglycerin.
  9. Foods: Food that contains cheese and salt might trigger migraines. Skipping meals can also be the reason.
  10. Food additives: These include the sweetener aspartame and the preservative monosodium glutamate (MSG), found in many foods.

Symptoms

Migraine affects children, teenagers, and adults. It mostly affects females. Migraines can progress into 4 stages. These 4 stages are:

Every migraine patient does not go through all 4 stages.

1. Prodrome

In this stage the patient feels changes 2 to 3 days before the migraine that warns about migraine attack. These include:

  • Constipation
  • Mood swings
  • Food craving
  • Neck stiffness
  • Increased urination
  • Fluid retention
  • Frequent yawning

2. Aura

In some people aura might occur before or during migraine. Aura is reversible. Aura is usually visible and includes other disturbances. It usually lasts for 60 minutes. Auras may include:

  • Visual phenomenon, such as seeing various shapes, bright lights, and flashes
  • Vision loss
  • Pricking and tingling sensation in the arms and legs
  • Weakness or numbness in the face or one side of the body
  • Difficulty in speaking

3. Attack

Migraine usually lasts for 4 to 72 hours if left untreated. It varies from person to person how often it occurs. Migraines can strike several times in a month or rarely. Symptoms during migraine are:

  • Pain in one side of head
  • Pain is like throbbing and pulsating
  • Sensitivity towards light, smell, noise
  • Nausea and vomiting

4. Postdrome

After the attack of migraine patients feel drained and confused for up to several hours. Sudden movements can bring the pain again.

Risk Factors

  1. Family history: If parents have a history of Migraine then there are more chances.
  2. Age: It can occur at any age, but mostly peaks at the age of 30s.
  3. Sex: Females three times more prone to migraine than men.
  4. Hormonal changes: Migraine attacks can come before or after menstruation. They might also change during menopause and pregnancy. Usually migraine improves after menopause.

Diagnosis

The international classification of headache disorder has a criteria to diagnose migraine without aura. That is “5,4,3,2,1.” These numbers stand for:

  • 5 or more episodes, each lasting 4 hours to 3 days
  • A headache with at least 2 of the following qualities:
    • Occurring on one side
    • Pulsating
    • Causing moderate-to-severe pain aggravated by activity
  • And at least 1 additional symptom like:
    • Nausea
    • Vomiting
    • Sensitivity to light
    • Sensitivity to sound

The international classification of headache disorder has a diagnostic criteria for migraine with aura:

  • Headache attacks that last for 4 to 72 hours if left untreated.
  • Headache that has at least 2 of the following:
    • Unilateral location
    • Pulsating quality
    • Moderate to severe pain
    • Aggravation by or causing avoidance of daily physical activity
  • During headache one of the following:
    • Nausea, vomiting
    • Photophobia, phonophobia

A healthcare professional recommends imaging and other tests like MRI, CT scans to exclude other causes of the symptoms, such as a tumor, meningitis, or a stroke.

Treatment

There is no permanent cure for migraines. But healthcare providers can help you manage these symptoms:

  1. Taking medications
  2. Avoiding triggers
  3. Using alternative migraine remedies

Medications include:

  • Beta blockers
  • Anticonvulsants, like valproate
  • Antidepressants, like amitriptyline
  • Botox injections
  • CGRP antagonists, like Erenumab (Aimovig) and Fremanezumab (Ajovy)

Long term use of these medicines can cause serious harm to the body. Patients might get addicted to these drugs. These medications have some side effects like nausea, vomiting, generalized weakness, muscle cramps and sometimes diarrhea.

Ayurvedic Overview

According to Ayurveda, migraine is correlated with “Ardhavbhedaka”. It is described as Vataj or Vatakaphaj by most of the acharyas but Acharya Sushrut described it as Tridoshaj shiro Roga. In this disease there is a severe cutting and churning pain in one side of the head and face. It is a unilateral type of headache. It commonly lasts for 2 to 72 hours accompanied by nausea, vomiting.

Causes (NIDANA)

Ardhavbedhaka is more common in females than in males. This usually affects the second or third decade of life. The cause of migraines is unknown but it can be related to environmental factors and family history. Ayurveda acharyas have described the causes. They are classified into the following groups:

1. Aharaja Nidana (Dietary causes)

  • Adhayashana (Excessive eating during indigestion)
  • Intake of Ruksha bhojana (Dry and coarse food)
  • Skipping meals
  • Atiambupana (Excessive intake of water)
  • Atimadhyapana (Excessive intake of alcohol)

2. Viharaja Nidana (Habitual or occupational causes)

  • Diva swapna (Day sleeping)
  • Ratri jagarana (Overnight awakening)
  • Ayasa (Excessive exercise or fatigue)
  • Vega dhahran (Suppression of natural urges)
  • Atibhasya (Excessive talking)
  • Excessive exposure to sun or bright light
  • Excessive exposure to frost

3. Mansika Nidana (Psychological causes)

Stress can trigger the attack of Migraine.

4. Shiroabhyanga (Injury on head)

Signs and Symptoms (Rupa)

Rupa (Symptoms) of ardhavbedhaka (Migraine) are grouped into 2 categories:

1. Pratyatma Linga (Cardinal symptoms)

All the acharyas have described one common symptom and that is Vedana (Pain) in Ardhashira which means pain in one half region of the head.

2. Samanya lakshana (General symptoms)

According to different acharyas:

  • Cutting and churning pain in the region of Manya (Cervical region), Bhru (Eyebrows), Akshi (Eyes), Lalata (Forehead).
  • Tearing and throbbing type of pain with Bharam (Delusions).
  • Shankhamoola Darana (Tearing pain in temporal regions).
  • Gandashotha (Swelling over Zygomatic area).
  • Chakshu-Virajyata (Redness of Eyes).
  • Ardhashira Vikara (Unilateral headache) is elevated with the rise of sun.
  • If this disease lasts for an advanced stage, it can cause sight and hearing problems.

Management as per Ayurveda

1. Nidana parivarjana (Avoidance of causative factors)

The factors which are known to produce Ardhavbedhaka should be avoided. It is the first and most useful method to prevent Ardhavbedhaka.

2. Aushad chikitsa

In this both oral medications and Panchkarma in the form of shaman Chikitsa (Pacificatory therapy) and shodhana Chikitsa (Purification therapy) are indicated.

Shamana chikitsa (Pacificatory therapy)

Drugs that are used in Ardhavbedhaka are:

  1. Ras aushadhi:
    • Chandrakanta Ras
    • Mahalaxmivilas Ras
    • Shirovarja Ras
  2. Kwatha (Decoction):
    • Dashamoola kwatha
    • Dhatryadi kwatha
  3. Ghritapana (Oral administration of ghee):
    • Mayuradhya ghrita
    • Mahamayuradhya ghrita
  4. Shirolepa (Applying medicated paste on head):
    • Kumkum ghrita lepa
    • Sarivadi Lepa
  5. Shiro Abhyanga (Massage on Head):
    • Dashmool taila
    • Mahamayura ghrita
    • Prapaundarikadi taila

Shodhan chikitsa (Purification therapy):

  1. Shiro Virechana karma (Nasya procedure)
  2. Basti karma (Medicated enema)
  3. Upanaha (Poultice)
  4. Shiro Basti

Herbal Remedies for Migraine by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is an ayurvedic herbal medicines manufacturing unit and company. They offer a wide range of natural remedies made from 100% organic herbs, free from chemicals and preservatives, and manufactured in GMP-certified facilities. All the formulations are prepared under the supervision of highly experienced MD (Ayurveda) scholars and expert practitioners. The formulations are crafted with careful attention to detail and in accordance with traditional Ayurvedic principles, ensuring their efficacy and safety. They deal with complicated, serious and chronic health problems. Planet ayurveda’s medicines are 100% pure. They provide the best combination of effective herbal remedies such as Migraine Care Pack for ayurvedic treatment of migraine. The Migraine Care Pack is a natural, effective approach to managing migraines, offering relief without the side effects associated with conventional treatments. It is ideal for individuals seeking a holistic, Ayurvedic alternative for migraine management.

  1. Ashwagandha Capsules
  2. Medhya Churna
  3. Pitta Balance
  4. Arogyavardhini Vati
  5. Brahmi Capsules

Products Description

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1. Ashwagandha Capsules

These capsules are pure extract of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). Due to their adaptogenic, stress relieving properties they are effective in neurological disorders and improve memory and sleep. It is best known for its ability to balance cortisol levels in the body. Ashwgandha (Withania somnifera) helps to stabilize the nervous system which can be crucial for the individual with migraine. It may also promote better blood circulation, which is essential for reducing the frequency and intensity of migraines.

Dosage: Take 1 capsule twice a day after meals.

2. Medhya Churna

This herbal powder is pure extract of Vacha (Acorus calamus), Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Ashwgandha (Withania somnifera), Shwet Jeerak (Cuminum cyminum), Ajmoda (Carum roxburghianum) etc. This formulation is inspired by the classical Ayurvedic formula “Sarawat Churna”. It is a wonderful supplement as it improves memory and concentration. It is very effective on the nervous system. It is also effective in Epilepsy. Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) is known for its cognitive enhancing properties which helps to improve concentration and mental clarity. All these herbs help to reduce mental fatigue, support brain health and boost cognitive functions.

Dosage: ¼ tsp twice a day with lukewarm water after meals.

3. Pitta Balance

Pitta balance capsules are standardised pure extract of many herbs. The key ingredients of this capsule are Praval Pishti (Coral), Akik Pishti (Agate), Jawar Mohra Pishti (Natural calcium compound), Giloy Satva (Tinospora cordifolia), Mukta Pishti (Natural calcium compound from pearl), Kushamand Ras. This capsule helps to balance the pitta in the body, when pitta increases in body it causes symptoms like headache, nausea. Pitta balance has a cooling effect on the body thus, it helps to give relief in Migraine.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice a day with normal water after meals.

4. Arogyavardhini Vati

Arogyavardhini vati is in the form of tablets. This is standardised pure extract of Haritaki (Terminalis chebula), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), Amlaki (Emblica officinalis), Chitrak Mool (Plumbago zeylanica) etc. It helps to remove toxins from the body by improving digestion. It has a healing effect. And it detoxifies the body. This tablet helps to reduce pitta and calm the overstimulation of the nervous system that contributes to migraine pain.

Dosage: 2 tablets twice a day with lukewarm water after meals.

5. Brahmi Capsules

This capsule is a pure extract of Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri). It consists of alkaloids and saponins. It balances tridosha in the body and enhances learning skills. It is very effective on the nervous system. It improves blood circulation in the brain. Brahmi is renowned for its brain-boosting, calming, and rejuvenating properties, making it especially beneficial in the management of migraine.

Dosage: 2 capsules twice a day with normal water.

Conclusion

Migraine can be cured but overdose of painkillers and other medicines can lead to serious side effects. It may worsen the headache in future. Ayurveda offers a holistic and natural approach to managing migraines by addressing the root causes rather than just alleviating symptoms. Ayurvedic management of migraines are 100% safe; they not only reduce the symptoms but also prevent further side effects. Panchkarma therapies and Planet Ayurveda’s migraine care pack have amazing results in the patients of migraine.

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