An exploratory single-arm open-label clinical study to evaluate the combined effect of Vamana and Sarasvata Churna in reducing excessive daytime sleepiness
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Clinical Trial
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS) is inferred as persistent sleepiness and often a general lack of energy during the day even after apparently adequate or even prolonged nighttime sleep. The subjects may not be identifying excessive daytime sleepiness but may present as feeling tired, lack of energy etc. They may seem apparently healthy and without any other systemic illness. In the current health scenario there is a need for alternative interventions to manage this disease. OBJECTIVE: This study was aimed to assess the combined effect of Vamana (therapeutic vomiting) and Sarasvata Churna in reducing Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. MATERIALS AND METHODS: day and after 30 days of Shamana Aushadha Sevana. After completion of treatment, the results were statistically analysed using Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test and final conclusion was drawn. RESULTS: On analysis of the symptoms using Modified Epworth Sleepiness Scale, the mean total score reduced from 14.8 to 2.8 with 81.08 % relief in these 10 subjects and a significant p value < 0.05 after Vamana followed by 30 days of Shamana Aushadha Sevana. DISCUSSION: Sarasvata Churna which was administered as Shamana Aushadha possesses Medhya (Nootropic), Buddhi Smriti Dhriti Vardhaka (intellect, memory and patience promoting) attributes and is being indicated in Vicetas. Most of the drugs in Sarasvata Churna are Rasayana (rejuvenation) that imparts Indriya Bala (strengthening of senses) and Priti (contempt) to Manas by Prinana (nourishing) of Rasa Dhatu. CONCLUSION: From this study, we could conclude that the combination of Vamana Karma followed by Sarasvata Churna administration is effective in reducing EDS.
Language: English
Subfield: Complementary and alternative medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,800
OpenAlex ID: W4402729579