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Introduction: Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a chronic neuropathic pain disorder characterized by recurrent, unilateral, severe facial pain, often triggered by trauma, surgical interventions, or idiopathic causes. In Ayurveda, TN may be correlated with Anantavata under Vataja Shiroroga. This case study highlights the integrative approach of Ayurvedic and modern medicine in TN management. Aim:- To evaluate the effectiveness of integrative management in case of trigeminal neuralgia. Objective: To assess efficacy of combined Ayurvedic panchakarma therapies and modern therapies on pain relief ,functional improvement and quality of life in trigeminal neuralgia. Methods and Materials: A 32-year-old male patient had complaints of severe left temporal and buccal pain since 2 years with history of septoplasty and FESS. Ayurvedic treatment included oral medications, Panchakarma therapies like shamana Nasya and Karna purana. Modern supportive therapy included neurotropic injections and neuroprotective supplements. Results: After 3 weeks of integrative treatment, the patient reported reduction in pain frequency and severity, with improved sleep and daily activities. At 2 months follow-up, the patient demonstrated sustained relief without recurrence. Discussion: Trauma and prior ENT surgeries may have triggered trigeminal nerve irritation, leading to chronic neuralgia. Ayurvedic interventions, particularly Nasya and Jalauka Avacharana, provided significant symptomatic relief. The integrative use of Ayurveda with neurotropic therapy enhanced recovery and improved quality of life. Conclusion: Integrative management of trigeminal neuralgia proved effective in this case, demonstrating pain relief and functional improvement. Further clinical studies are warranted to validate these results on a larger scale.