Integrations and Interactions of Ayurveda Drugs: Review W.S.R. to Merits and Demerits

Abstract

Ayurveda the classical science of Indian health management mentioned different ways of disease management and utilization of natural drugs is one such way of disease management. These natural drugs offer therapeutic benefits when used alone or in combination. The Ayurveda drugs most of the times gives synergistic effects when used in combination but sometimes gives undesired biological responses therefore it is essential to take consideration of correct combination of herbal medicines to avoid chances of any adverse events. The integration of Ayurveda therapy with Yoga gives better result than any one of them used alone. Similarly, the integration of Ayurveda with modern approaches is prerequisite so that scientific concepts of classical and modern science bring together for managing incurable diseases. The interactions of drugs and integration of therapies can result better therapeutic response but safety concern of such combination is prime issue for medical philosopher.