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Can generalized anxiety disorder be treated with ayurvedic medications?

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Hello doctor,

I am a 62-year-old female. I am having high blood pressure since I was 37. I also have sickle cell trait and hypothyroidism and take medication for all these problems regularly. For the last three years, I am suffering from cardiac arrhythmia without any significant ECG or Echo findings. My physician diagnosed my condition as generalized anxiety disorder and advised Escitalopram. As I am a working woman with a stressful job, I do not want to take this drug. I am also having some issues with allergic skin problems. Would it be fine if I take Arjunarishta? Kindly suggest.
Answered by Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Hassan Shoukat

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Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Hassan Shoukat is a skilled General Practitioner and Family Physician dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare for patients of all ages. He focuses on preventive medicine, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment to ensure overall well-being. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he strives to deliver quality care. His expertise includes managing chronic conditions, routine health checkups, minor procedures, and family-centered healthcare.

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Hello,

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I understand you have sickle cell trait and hypothyroidism, and I am sorry you have trouble going through this. The medication given above is herbal or homeopathic, not well studied, and its side effects are not well known. Also, anyone on this forum is not expected to know that drug. So I suggest that the medication you suggested is not suitable. But there are some other medications available for generalized anxiety disorder, like Buspirone. Ask your doctor if he thinks that this medication is suitable for you.

Thank you.

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Published At April 10, 2023
Reviewed At April 24, 2026

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Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Hassan Shoukat is a skilled General Practitioner and Family Physician dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare for patients of all ages. He focuses on preventive medicine, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment to ensure overall well-being. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he strives to deliver quality care. His expertise includes managing chronic conditions, routine health checkups, minor procedures, and family-centered healthcare.

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