Abstract

MEDHYA RASAYANA IN GERIATRIC

Dr. Suman Shakya*, Dr. Manohar Ram and Dr. Ramnihor Tapsi Jaiswal

ABSTRACT

Introduction- This ancient system of medicine includes remedies for healthy ageing so as to make an optimal health and lengthen one's individual's health span by using Rasayana therapy. Rasayana therapy is a unique therapeutic science to delay ageing process and to reduce the intensity of problems occurring this elderly phase of life. Only Rasayana therapy is an answer in present scenario to prevent premature ageing and to treat the manifestation due to ageing process. This review article will explore multiple aspects of ageing and longevity with the use of Rasayana therapy in Geriatric care. Material Methods - This is a reviewed article based on ayurvedic texts that is used in this study as well Samhita Granth. Result - There are no consistent results with anti-oxidant therapy and increasing longevity, although search is still on. With increasing longevity, the age-related disorders are likely to be increased in 21st century. Keeping this in mind Rasayana drugs may be advised as food supplement as well as medicine to minimize the ageing and related disorders. Discussion- Hence, the promising Gero-protective role of Ayurveda intervention in delaying and reversing ageing process, increasing life span, maintaining health and preventing and mitigating age related disorders is scientifically supported by both ayurveda and modern science.

Keywords: Jara, Medhya Rasayanas, Mandukparni, Yashtimadhu, Guduchi, Shankhapushpi.