Ayurvedic Management of Bipolar Affective Disorder –Current Episode of Severe Depression (Kaphaja Unmada) with Psychotic Symptoms: A Case Study

  • Subisha KC PG scholar, Manovigyan Avum Manasroga, Department of Kayacikitsa, VPSV AVC Kottakkal
  • Vinod R Associate professor, Department of Kayacikitsa VPSV AVC Kottakkal
  • Parvathee Devy MP Superintendent, Government Ayurveda Research Institute for Mental diseases
Keywords: Ayurveda, BPAD, depression, Kashayadhara, Samana, Snehapana

Abstract

Bipolar disorder is characterized by recurrent episodes of mania and depression in the same patient at different times. The life time prevalence of bipolar disorder ranges from 2% to 5%. The lifetime risk of depressive episode is about 8%. Depression is characterized by at least 2 weeks of pervasive low mood, low self-esteem and loss of interest or pleasure in normally enjoyable activities. Even though different treatments are available for depression, it seems to be recurring even after the stoppage of treatment. Moreover, use of antidepressants leads to many side effects. The purpose of the study is to analyze the effect of ayurvedic treatment in the management of BPAD with current episode of severe depression with psychotic features. It can be compared with Visada, Avasada, Manodukhaja unmada and Kaphaja unmada. A 32 year old male patient, admitted in the IPD of Government Ayurveda Research Institute of Mental Diseases (GARIM) presented with lack of confidence, impulsivity, social withdrawal, reduced speech, generalized weakness, loss of appetite, suicidal ideations and delusion of reference. The symptoms recurred after the withdrawal of psychiatric medications hence he consulted here. Treatment was given with Samana and Shodhana oushadi. Internal medicines were given in the follow up period also. Patient got marked relief after one month of treatment and after follow up period (2 months). Ayurvedic treatment gives great results in the management of BPAD with current episode of severe depression with psychotic features.

Published
2022-03-13
How to Cite
KC, S., R, V., & MP, P. D. (2022, March 13). Ayurvedic Management of Bipolar Affective Disorder –Current Episode of Severe Depression (Kaphaja Unmada) with Psychotic Symptoms: A Case Study. International Journal of AYUSH Case Reports, 6(1), 7-13. Retrieved from https://www.ijacare.in/index.php/ijacare/article/view/281
Section
Case Reports