A Systematic Review on Alternatives Medicines for Prevention of Asthma Disease

Abstract

The term "alternative medicine" describes a variety of medical procedures and supplies that are typically excluded from mainstream Western medicine. These include of yoga, breathing exercises, acupuncture, homeopathy, herbal treatment, Ayurveda, and Traditional Chinese treatment (TCM). These systems emphasize preventive treatment and the balance of body systems as part of their holistic therapeutic approach. Airway inflammation, bronchial hyperresponsiveness, and reversible airflow restriction are the hallmarks of asthma, a chronic respiratory disease. Millions of individuals worldwide are impacted, and it has a major negative influence on their quality of life. Leukotriene modifiers, beta-agonists, and inhaled corticosteroids are examples of conventional therapy methods that have shown successful in reducing symptoms and averting asthma flare-ups. However, long-term reliance, adverse effects, and financial hardship are common with these treatments. As a result, alternative medicine systems are becoming more and more popular as supportive or supplemental treatments for asthma. Herbal medicine is among the most widely explored alternative approaches for asthma. Several plants and their extracts have been traditionally used for their anti-inflammatory and broncho dilatory effects. Notable examples include Adhatoda vasica (vasaka), known for its ability to clear bronchial secretions; Tylophora indica, used for its immunomodulatory properties; and Glycyrrhiza glabra (liquorice), which possesses anti-inflammatory effects. These herbs may help reduce the frequency and severity of asthma symptoms, though more scientific studies are required to confirm their safety and efficacy