Neem contains compounds similar to aspirin (prostaglandin inhibitor) for the relief of pain. Neem also helps reduce blood pressure, open constricted blood vessels and relaxes muscles and reduces anxiety. Each of these effects can act to reduce the causes of headaches including migraines.
Natural health practitioners throughout south Asia continue to use neem as an important part of their treatments for many of the illnesses and conditions they encounter. They usually use neem because of its historical background and because they find it works. As more scientific studies are done on neem and its benefits revealed natural health practitioners and modern medical doctors alike are gaining new respect for this ancient healing herb. As a mild calming and anxiety-reducing herb, neem can find many uses in medical facilities worldwide.