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Study on Ayurvedic medicine for the treatment of migraine

Brinda Kanakhara, Varsha Chaudhari

January 2018

Migraine

Naturopathy

Wellness & Ayurveda

In a pilot study, 15 migraine patients were studied over a period of 30 days. Their treatment included Agnikarma ( a honey-ghee treatment) and a decoction called Pathyadi, which was taken twice daily.

Patients noticed significant relief over the course of the study, not only in pain, but also in sensitivity to light and sound , as well as other symptoms such as nausea and dizziness. This is considered an effective treatment for migraine.

The most important information on the study at a glance

Indications: Ayurveda, natural medicine, pain relief, sensitivity to light, sensitivity to sound
Institution: Department of Shalakyatantra, Government Akhandanand Ayurveda College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Title: Study on Ayurvedic medicine for the treatment of migraine
Brief description: Study shows significant relief of migraine symptoms with Agnikarma and Pathyadi.
Original title: A pilot study on clinical efficacy of Agnikarma and Pathyadi decoction (an Ayurvedic formulation) in the management of Ardhavabhedaka (migraine)
Link to the study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30595636/