Effect of rasayana in autoimmune diseases: a review

Author: 
Dr. Archana Arya, Dr. ZebaMalik and Dr. Sanjay Kumar Tripathi

Objective: In an autoimmune disease, there is a wrong action of our defense mechanism against the body's own tissue. Autoimmunity is group of illnesses that include almost every organ system. RASAYANA is a unique branch of Ayurveda. Rasayanchikitsa is also known as rejuvenation therapy. It promotes the inner healing power of an individual and helps him in over taking the pain and disease while promoting the immunity (SVASTHASYA ORJASKARAM).Method: References regarding Rasayanaand Autoimmunedisease were collected from various textbooks, published research papers, previous work done. Result: Rasayana is the method of management by which the excellent form of rasa is maintained in the body. The purpose of Rasayana is to obtain strength, immunity, ojus, and removal of toxins. One of the results of Rasayana is increasing Ojus, which is the factor responsible for Vyadhikshamtav (Immunity).Rasayana drugs probably reduce stress levels by affecting anti-oxidant levels. So these Rasayana drugs act as potent antioxidants and immunomodulators. Like Guduchi, Ashwagandha, Amalaki etc., have proven effects in autoimmune diseases. Conclusion: It can be concluded that Rasayana builds natural resistance against infection, increases immunity and have an immunomodulator effect, which prevents any kind of autoimmune disorders.

Paper No: 
3726