A REVIEW ANALYSIS ON YAMAKA SNEHA NASYA AND SHIROPICHU USING BRAHMI TAILA AND BRAHMI GHRITA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF ANIDRA (STRESS-INDUCED INSOMNIA)

Abstract

Background: Anidra (insomnia) is a growing psychosomatic disorder in the modern era, often induced by stress, lifestyle imbalance, and mental strain. Ayurvedic classics attribute Anidra to the vitiation of Vata and Rajas, leading to derangement in the functioning of Manovaha Srotas. Nasya and Shiropichu, particularly with Yamaka Sneha (combination of Brahmi Taila and Brahmi Ghrita), have shown promising results in pacifying aggravated Vata and promoting calmness of the mind. Aim: To critically analyze the efficacy of Yamaka Sneha Nasya and Shiropichu using Brahmi Taila and Brahmi Ghrita in the management of Anidra (stress induced insomnia). Objectives: To review classical Ayurvedic references related to Anidra, Nasya, and Shiropichu. To understand the pharmacological and therapeutic actions of Brahmi Taila and Brahmi Ghrita. To evaluate the combined effect of Yamaka Sneha Nasya and Shiropichu in stress induced Anidra. To correlate Ayurvedic and modern perspectives in the management of insomnia. Methods: This review compiles data from Ayurvedic texts such as Charaka Samhita, Ashtanga Hṛdaya, and Sharngadhara Samhita, alongside modern scientific studies published in journals indexed in PubMed, AYUSH Research Portal, and Google Scholar. A comparative analysis of drug properties, method of administration, mode of action, and outcomes is presented. Results: The use of Brahmi-based Yamaka Sneha in Nasya and Shiropichu shows efficacy in improving sleep quality, reducing anxiety scores, and modulating neurochemical activity. Brahmi possesses Medhya, Rasayana, and anxiolytic properties that support mental calmness and deep sleep induction via the Murdhni Taila route. Conclusion: Yamaka Sneha Nasya and Shiropichu with Brahmi Taila and Brahmi Ghrita present a synergistic, safe, and non-invasive Ayurvedic approach to manage stress-induced Anidra. Further clinical trials with standardized protocols are necessary to substantiate efficacy and promote integrative therapeutic models.