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A nurse-led experimental study on the effectiveness of pudina extract in managing dysmenorrhea among adolescent girls in a selected community area of Chhattisgarh
Authors
Sneha Smrti Guha, Dr. Payal Sharma
Abstract
Dysmenorrhea is one of the most prevalent
gynecological complaints among adolescent girls, often resulting in pain,
absenteeism from school, and decreased quality of life. Conventional
pharmacological management, while effective, may cause side effects and is not
always accessible in community settings. Traditional herbal remedies like Pudina
(Mentha piperita) have analgesic and antispasmodic properties, suggesting
potential benefit in menstrual pain relief. This nurse-led experimental study
assessed the effect of pudina extract on dysmenorrhea among 120 adolescent
girls in a selected community area of Chhattisgarh, India. Participants were
randomized into experimental and control groups. The experimental group
received pudina extract capsules for three menstrual cycles, while the control
group received a placebo. Pain intensity was measured using the Numeric Pain
Rating Scale (NPRS). Findings demonstrated a significant reduction in pain
scores among the experimental group compared to controls. Results support
pudina extract as a safe, effective adjunct for dysmenorrhea management in
community settings. The study underscores the role of nurses in integrating
evidence-based traditional remedies within primary care.
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How to cite this article:
Sneha Smrti Guha, Dr. Payal Sharma "A nurse-led experimental study on the effectiveness of pudina extract in managing dysmenorrhea among adolescent girls in a selected community area of Chhattisgarh". International Journal of Nursing and Health Research, Vol 8, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 1-2
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