Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Convolvulus prostratus, commonly known as Shankhpushpi, has a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic medicine as a "medhya rasayana" or brain tonic. It is especially cited for its calming, anxiolytic, and neuroprotective properties. Historically, classical Ayurvedic texts mention its use for "manas rog" (mental disorders), including conditions that may overlap with modern concepts of neurosis, such as anxiety, insomnia, and mental fatigue. The herb is typically administered as syrups, powders, or decoctions in combination with other botanicals.

Scientific validation for its use in neurosis specifically is limited. A handful of preclinical (animal) studies have reported anxiolytic, anti-stress, and cognitive-enhancing effects of Convolvulus prostratus extracts. These studies suggest a possible mechanism involving modulation of neurotransmitters like GABA. However, there is a lack of robust, high-quality human clinical trials directly evaluating its efficacy for neurosis as defined by contemporary psychiatry. Thus, while traditional use is strong and some preliminary pharmacological evidence exists, the overall scientific evidence remains modest.

In summary, the use of Convolvulus prostratus to support or treat neurosis is justified primarily by traditional knowledge, with some supportive but not definitive scientific data.

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