Authors: Akansha Sharma, Pallavi Mathur
Abstract: Neurological disorders pose a significant health burden globally, and there is a growing interest in exploring alternative and complementary therapies to manage these conditions. Dravyaguna Vigyan, a traditional system of herbal medicine in Ayurveda, offers a rich repository of herbs and plant-based remedies with potential neuroprotective properties. This paper aims to review and evaluate the pharmacological properties of select herbs from the Dravyaguna Vigyan tradition for their effectiveness in treating neurological disorders. The herbs discussed in this paper include Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis), and Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi). We explore their phytochemical composition, mechanisms of action, and preclinical and clinical evidence supporting their use in neurological disorders. This paper emphasizes the importance of evidence-based research to validate the traditional knowledge of Dravyaguna Vigyan and highlights the potential of these herbs as promising therapeutic options for neurological disorders.
Keywords: Dravyaguna Vigyan, Ayurveda, neurological disorders, herbal medicine, Ashwagandha, Brahmi, Shankhpushpi, Jatamansi, pharmacological evaluation, traditional medicine, neuroprotection.
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