POTENTIAL AYURVEDIC HERBS FOR MANAGEMENT OF SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION

Sexual dysfunctions affect the quality of life, erectile dysfunction (E.D.), premature ejaculation (PME) reduced desire, and failing to achieve orgasm are common sexual dysfunctions which have a widespread presence across global populations. Health professionals focusing on behavioural variables, such as physical exercise, body mass index (BMI) and leanness reported, men with a body BMI of greater than 28.7 kg / m2 is expected to have a 30 per cent higher chance of developing erectile dysfunction. There are significant increases in sexual functions among subjects who undergo intensive dietary changes, including weight loss and regular exercise. Treatment of erectile dysfunction includes oral therapy with phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors which have various side effects. Alternative herbal therapies are offering holistic products with little or no side effects for the management of sexual dysfunctions. Herbal products backed with clinical studies are widely accepted in the market place. The review focuses on the use of ayurvedic herbs for management of sexual dysfunctions and summarized clinical trails outcomes of commercially available herbal products for the management of sexual dysfunction