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Narcolepsy

Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder presenting with extreme daytime drowsiness and sudden attacks of sleep. It can occur due to genetic issues and poor signaling in the brain. The affected person cannot be waked up for a prolonged period. It causes disturbances in their daily works. The symptoms of narcolepsy are cataplexy, hallucination, excessive daytime sleepiness, sleep paralysis, and sleep disturbance. Taking stimulants and antidepressants helps to manage it.

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I have been suffering from narcolepsy. What is the ayurvedic treatment available for narcolepsy?

Query: Hello doctor, I have narcolepsy and have lived for years without taking medications for it. Before this, I took stimulants for 20 years. I developed a deep asana, breath, and sadhana ten years ago. I have moved from my pitta years toward vatta. I am taking a blend of Bacopa, Ashwagandha, Shatavari, ...  Read Full »

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Dr. Vipula Chandrakant Shah

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Narcolepsy has two types, 1 and 2; which one do you have? Please elaborate more about your symptoms. Ashwagandha is a herb in its raw form, and Ashwagandharishta is a self-fermented form of medicine made from Ashwagandha. I suggest you to...  Read Full »

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