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Ayurveda herbs and formulations are researched for their effects in various aspects. Rasayana Ghana tablet (RGT), an Ayurvedic combination of Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia Miers.)<ref>Sri Bhavamishra, ‘Bhavaprakasha Nighantu’, commentary by Dr. K.C. Chunekar, edited by Dr.G.S. Pandey, Chaukhamba Bharati Academy, P.O.Box No.1065, Gopal Mandir Lane,Varanasi -221 001, (India), reprint 2002,p.269</ref><ref>Sharma PV, Dravya Guna Vijnana, Chaukhmbha Bharati Academy,Varanasi,Reprint.2005, pg.761</ref> , dried fruit rind of Aamalaki (Emblica officinalis Garten.)<ref>Sri Bhavamishra, ‘Bhavaprakasha Nighantu’, commentary by Dr. K.C. Chunekar, edited by Dr.G.S. Pandey, Chaukhamba Bharati Academy, P.O.Box No.1065, Gopal Mandir Lane,Varanasi -221 001, (India), reprint 2002,p.11</ref><ref>Phadake G.A.Dravya Guna Shastram,edited by Vd.N.H.Joshi,1st edition,1960,Prajna publication,Satara,Maharashtra,;pp.150-2</ref> , and whole part of Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris Linn.)<ref>Sri Bhavamishra, ‘Bhavaprakasha Nighantu’, commentary by Dr. K.C. Chunekar, edited by Dr.G.S. Pandey, Chaukhamba Bharati Academy, P.O.Box No.1065, Gopal Mandir Lane,Varanasi -221 001, (India), reprint 2002,p.292</ref><ref>Sabnis M.S. Chemistry and pharmacology of Ayurvedic medicinal plants. Choukhamba publishers, 2007, Gokshura,p.347</ref>, is indicated for reducing mental stress and premature ageing. This classical formulation is prescribed with unequal quantity  of ghee and honey as vehicle for maintenance of sexual vigor (vrishya), stability and steadiness (sthiratva), peacefulness  and treatment of diseases  (shanta vikara-dukkham),  balance in mind and body (samah) and longevity (shatam jeevati) with black hairs (it restricts graying of hairs).[A. Hr. Uttara stana, 39/ 159]  

Ayurveda herbs and formulations are researched for their effects in various aspects. Rasayana Ghana tablet (RGT), an Ayurvedic combination of Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia Miers.)<ref>Sri Bhavamishra, ‘Bhavaprakasha Nighantu’, commentary by Dr. K.C. Chunekar, edited by Dr.G.S. Pandey, Chaukhamba Bharati Academy, P.O.Box No.1065, Gopal Mandir Lane,Varanasi -221 001, (India), reprint 2002,p.269</ref><ref>Sharma PV, Dravya Guna Vijnana, Chaukhmbha Bharati Academy,Varanasi,Reprint.2005, pg.761</ref> , dried fruit rind of Aamalaki (Emblica officinalis Garten.)<ref>Sri Bhavamishra, ‘Bhavaprakasha Nighantu’, commentary by Dr. K.C. Chunekar, edited by Dr.G.S. Pandey, Chaukhamba Bharati Academy, P.O.Box No.1065, Gopal Mandir Lane,Varanasi -221 001, (India), reprint 2002,p.11</ref><ref>Phadake G.A.Dravya Guna Shastram,edited by Vd.N.H.Joshi,1st edition,1960,Prajna publication,Satara,Maharashtra,;pp.150-2</ref> , and whole part of Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris Linn.)<ref>Sri Bhavamishra, ‘Bhavaprakasha Nighantu’, commentary by Dr. K.C. Chunekar, edited by Dr.G.S. Pandey, Chaukhamba Bharati Academy, P.O.Box No.1065, Gopal Mandir Lane,Varanasi -221 001, (India), reprint 2002,p.292</ref><ref>Sabnis M.S. Chemistry and pharmacology of Ayurvedic medicinal plants. Choukhamba publishers, 2007, Gokshura,p.347</ref>, is indicated for reducing mental stress and premature ageing. This classical formulation is prescribed with unequal quantity  of ghee and honey as vehicle for maintenance of sexual vigor (vrishya), stability and steadiness (sthiratva), peacefulness  and treatment of diseases  (shanta vikara-dukkham),  balance in mind and body (samah) and longevity (shatam jeevati) with black hairs (it restricts graying of hairs).[A. Hr. Uttara stana, 39/ 159]  

In experimental part of study, it showed potent anti-stress, ulcer preventing and adaptogenic activity.<ref name=deole>Deole YS, Ashok B K, Chavan SS, Ravishankar B, Thakar A B, Chandola H M. ,Experimental Study on Anti-oxidant and Adaptogenic activity of Rasayana Ghana tablet (a tri-herbal formulation) in albino rats. Indian Journal of Natural Products and Resources March 2013; 4(1): 73-80</ref> It showed good anxiolytic and antidepressant activity as well.<ref name=deole/> In clinical research, the [[rasayana]] formulation improved quality of life in stressed individuals. It was effective in decreasing the physical complaints related to the quality of life, improving the mental and emotional state, decreasing stress evaluation score in various aspects of life, increasing life enjoyment parameters and thus overall quality of life. It can be easily inferred that as the stress increases, the quality of life decreases to the hazardous physical and psychological impact of stress.

In experimental part of study, it showed potent anti-stress, ulcer preventing and adaptogenic activity.<ref>Deole YS, Ashok B K, Chavan SS, Ravishankar B, Thakar A B, Chandola H M. ,Experimental Study on Anti-oxidant and Adaptogenic activity of Rasayana Ghana tablet (a tri-herbal formulation) in albino rats. Indian Journal of Natural Products and Resources March 2013; 4(1): 73-80</ref> It showed good anxiolytic and antidepressant activity as well.<ref>Deole YS, Chavan SS, Ashok B K, Ravishankar B, Thakar A B, Chandola H M. Evaluation of anti-depressant and anxiolytic activity ofRasayana Ghana Tablet (A compound Ayurvedic formulation) in albino mice. AYU 2011;32:375-9</ref> In clinical research, the [[rasayana]] formulation improved quality of life in stressed individuals. It was effective in decreasing the physical complaints related to the quality of life, improving the mental and emotional state, decreasing stress evaluation score in various aspects of life, increasing life enjoyment parameters and thus overall quality of life. It can be easily inferred that as the stress increases, the quality of life decreases to the hazardous physical and psychological impact of stress.<ref>Deole YS, Thakar A B, Chandola H M, Ravishankar B. Effect of Rasayana Ghana tablet (An Ayurvedic formulation) on improving  quality of life of stressed individuals. International Journal of Ayurveda Medicine 2012; 3(2):88-103</ref>

Treatment with RGT showed 8.62% increase in the level of DHEAs within a span of two months as compared to 10.93% decrease shown by Placebo drug. This drug attenuated the decrease in anti-ageing hormone DHEAs and also tended to restore its level in the prematurely aged and stressed patients.  The example shows effect of Ayurvedic drug on body and mind for positive health.

Treatment with RGT showed 8.62% increase in the level of DHEAs within a span of two months as compared to 10.93% decrease shown by Placebo drug. This drug attenuated the decrease in anti-ageing hormone DHEAs and also tended to restore its level in the prematurely aged and stressed patients.<ref>Deole YS. Clinico-Experimental study on role of stress in premature ageing and its management with Rasayana. Ph.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar.2011.

</ref> The example shows effect of Ayurvedic drug on body and mind for positive health.

   

   

List of commonly used herbs in psychiatric disorders:

List of commonly used herbs in psychiatric disorders:

'''Effects of ayurvedic treatments in various neuro-psychiatric diseases:'''

'''Effects of ayurvedic treatments in various neuro-psychiatric diseases:'''

Various research works showed a positive effect of ayurvedic treatments in anxiety disorders , , menopausal syndrome, essential hypertension ,dementia , tension headache, migraine,  attention deficit hyperactivity disorders , irritable bowel syndrome , stress-induced chronic insomnia , insomnia , depressive Illness , Alzheimer’s dementia , stress and premature ageing. 

Various research works showed a positive effect of ayurvedic treatments in anxiety disorders<ref>  Parsania Sanjay C 2001 KC (MR)A clinical study on the role of Jala-Dhara and Sankhapusphi (Convolvulus pluricaulis Chois.) in the management of Chittodvega (anxiety disorders). M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar.</ref><ref>Ahir Yogita U 2005 KC(MR) Clinico-experimental study of Kushmandadi Ghrita in generalized anxiety disorder w.s.r. to Chittodvega. M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar.</ref>, menopausal syndrome<ref>Pateria M 2002 KC(MR)A clinical study of the Manasika Bhavas in menopausal syndromeand its management by Medhya Rasayana and Shiro-Dhara. M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar.</ref><ref>Santwani Khyati M 2009 MR An assessment of Mansika Bhavas in Menopausal

 

syndrome and its management. M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar.</ref>, essential hypertension<ref>  Patel Dhananjay 2003 KC (MR)The role of Manasika Bhavas in the aetio-pathogenesis of Uccha-Rakta-Cchapa (hypertension) & its management with Medhya Rasayana and Shiro-Dhara. M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar</ref><ref>Kundu Chittaranjan 2009 MR Role Manasika Bhava in etiopathogenesis of essential hypertension and its management by Shirodhara and Sarpagandha Vati. M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar.</ref>,dementia<ref>Shah Tejal 2002 KC (MR) A clinical study on Ayurvedic aspect of dementia and its management. M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar,</ref> tension headache<ref>Patel Ratna 2002 KC (PK) A comparative study on the role of Medhya Ghrita administered by Nasya and oral route in the management of Vatika Shirah- Shoola (tension headache). M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar.</ref><ref>Hetal Dave 2006 KC A comparative study on the role of Medhya Rasayana Yoga

A retrospective analysis of researches on effect of ayurvedic management in psychiatric diseases was done. The data showed that Ayurvedic formulations like aamalakyadi and medhya rasayana ghrita (in Alzheimer’s disease), rasayana ghana tablets (in stress), brahmi ghrita (in depression), shirodhara (in insomnia), saraswatarishta (in perimenopausal syndrome) are moderately effective in treatment of psychiatric diseases.   

and Dashamula Kwathadhara in the management of Vatika Shirahshula (tension

headache). M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar.

</ref><ref>  Jogal Devangi N. 2004 KC A comparative study on the role of Jala-Dhara and Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi) in the management of Vatika Shirah-Shoola (tension headache). M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar.L-2924</ref>, migraine<ref>Shoor Suraj 2003 KC (MR) Study on the role of Manasika Bhavas in the aetiopathogenesis of Shirah- Shoola (migraine) and its management. M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar.</ref>,  attention deficit hyperactivity disorders <ref>Chetali Bhat 2006 KB A pharmaco-clinical study on the management of Mandukaparni (Centella asiatica) in Attention - Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar. </ref>, irritable bowel syndrome<ref>Raksha Mer 2006 KC A Clinical Study on Manasikbhava in Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Its Management with Kutajadi Avaleha & Medhyarasayana. M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar. </ref>, stress-induced chronic insomnia<ref>Anil Kumar Singh 2007 Mr A Clinical Study Of Manasika Bhavas In Anidra W.S.R To Stress Induced Chronic Insomnia And Its Management With Mamsyadi Ghrita And Dashamula Kwatha Shirodhara M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar</ref>, insomnia<ref>Nirmal Dhamini A 2004 KC(MR)Role Manasa Bhavas inAnidra and itsmanagement withcertain indigenousdrugs and Shiro-Dhara. M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar.L-2930 </ref><ref>Bina H Vansh 2008 MR A clinical study on Mansika Bhavas in Anidra w.s.r. to stress induced insomnia and its management with Tagaradi Kwatha and Mahishi Dugdha Shirodhara. M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar.</ref>, depressive Illness<ref>Deole YS. 2008 MR Clinico- Experimental study on Effect of Brahmi ghrita on Depressive Illness M.D. research thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurveda University, Jamnagar.</ref>, Alzheimer’s dementia<ref>Chaudhury Kundan 2010 A comparative study on the management of senile dementia with polyherbal Medhya Rasayana Ghrita and Aamalakyadi Ghrita PhD thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurved University Jamnagar.</ref>, stress and premature ageing<ref>Deole YS, 2011 Clinico-Experimental study on role of stress in premature ageing and its management with Rasayana Yoga PhD thesis submitted to Gujarat Ayurved University Jamnagar</ref>.   

Sattvavajaya therapy and  powder of Pippalimula with jaggery are observed effective in patients of insomnia. Sattvavajaya therapy was found more effective in reducing mental symptoms like tension (chinta),  fear (bhaya) and anger (krodha).

Sattvavajaya therapy and  powder of Pippalimula with jaggery are observed effective in patients of insomnia. Sattvavajaya therapy was found more effective in reducing mental symptoms like tension (chinta),  fear (bhaya) and anger (krodha).

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