Abstract

HYPERTENSION: A REVIEW AND THE ROLE OF HOMOEOPATHY IN ITS MANAGEMENT

Dr. Virendra Chauhan, Dr. Harsh Shekhar Sharma, *Dr. Aayushi Gupta and Dr. Rahul

Abstract

Hypertension, often termed the "silent killer," is one of the leading contributors to cardiovascular morbidity and mortality globally. Despite advancements in conventional pharmacotherapy, challenges such as drug resistance, side effects, and patient non-compliance persist. This review explores hypertension's epidemiology, pathophysiology, risk factors, and conventional treatment while focusing on the homoeopathic approach. Emphasizing the holistic principle of “similia similibus curentur,” homoeopathy is safe options for managing essential hypertension. The review highlights key remedies and the scope of integrating homoeopathy into primary healthcare.

Keywords: Hypertension, Homoeopathy, Essential Hypertension, Individualization.