Abstract

AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVES ON PEDIATRIC ALLERGIC RHINITIS: EVIDENCE-BASED REVIEW

Dr. Amit Kataria*, Dr. Upasana and Dr. Shruti Mehta

Abstract

Allergic Rhinitis (AR) is a prevalent and significant health issue among children, leading to frequent outpatient visits. The chronic nature of the disease, along with its association with comorbidities such as asthma and eczema, negatively impacts the quality of life, school performance, and cognitive function in children. These challenges have led many parents to seek alternative therapies. Furthermore, concerns about the long-term side effects of corticosteroids and antihistamines have increased. Ayurvedic herbal medications, with properties like antihistaminic, mast cell stabilizing, and immunomodulatory effects, either individually or in combination, show promise in alleviating AR symptoms. Additionally, these herbs have demonstrated a reduction in objective parameters, such as decreased levels of immunoglobulin E (IgE), absolute eosinophil count (AEC), and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) after use. This review aims to compile a list of such herbal remedies, highlighting their clinical efficacy, safety profile, and their ability to reduce these key inflammatory markers in managing AR in the pediatric population.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Vataja Pratishyaya, TNSS.