Abstract

EXPLORING AYURVEDIC INSIGHTS OF PRAMEHA VYADHI

Sagar S. Darekar*, Pramod A. Hase and Indrajeet S. Gadge

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Abstract

Madhumeha or Prameha is the term used by the ancient Acharyas of Ayurveda to describe diabetes. Various forms of Prameha were mentioned in Ayurveda, based on the imbalance of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha Doshas. Prameha is associated with the incurable vitiation of Vata dosha. While vitiation of the Kapha dosha which is related with Prameha, is thought to be treatable, Prameha associated with vitiation of the Pitta dosha is difficult to cure. In addition to using Ayurvedic formulations and herbs, Ayurveda describes a number of therapy techniques for the management of Prameha, including pathya conduction, yoga, and sodhana karma. Detailed aetiology, symptoms, and management of Prameha from an Ayurvedic perspective is discussed in this article.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Prameha, Diabetes, Madhumeha.