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Can ayurvedic treatment help cure chronic depression?

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Dr. Alka

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Published At June 22, 2023
Reviewed AtJune 25, 2023

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am suffering from depression for the past seven years and taking anti-depressant (Tab. Flunil 20mg) daily morning. Now I am thinking of starting an ayurvedic treatment. Please give your opinion.

Answered by Dr. Alka

Hello,

We welcome you to the icliniq family.

I appreciate the confidence you place in me for your healthcare consultation.

I have read your query and understand your concern. As your problem is chronic, do not quit your medicine Tab. Flunil 20 mg (Fluoxetine). Take the medicine as earlier as possible. Continue it until the ayurvedic treatment reaches its peak level.

I advise you to improve your lifestyle, as it plays a major role in your physical and mental health. Eat healthy home-made food. Take fresh fruits and vegetables daily. Do not take junk food, cold drinks, tea, coffee, etc. Quit smoking and alcohol if you do. Drink one glass of lukewarm milk every night with cardamom powder in it. Get adequate sleep (at least 6 to 8 hours a day). Make sure to go to bed before midnight. Avoid electronic devices and social media one hour before sleep, as blue lights in these can hinder sleep. Try to indulge yourself in extracurricular activities, as it helps to divert your mind and make you feel better. You can join dance classes, yoga classes, etc. Do exercises, yoga, walking, and meditation daily. These all will help you in releasing feel-good hormones, relax your mind, and improve your general health.

You can go for an Ayurvedic procedure named Shirobasti which is a treatment with Ayurvedic medicated oils. It has been shown to have immense positive results in depression patients. I suggest Ashwagandharishta (Manjistha, Haritaki, Haridra) two teaspoons in water twice daily for four weeks and tablet Manasmitravadakam (Bala, Nagbala, Bilwa) two tablets twice daily with water for four weeks. Try this regularly and you will soon see positive results. I hope you are satisfied with my answer. For more queries, you can get back to me at icliniq.com.

Thank you.

Regarding follow up

after one month.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Alka
Dr. Alka

Ayurveda Specialist

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