International Journal of Ayurveda and Herbal Research
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Conceptual Analysis of Vicharchika W.S.R to Eczema: An Overview
Get PDFSkin is the mirror image of body and mind, which is also the largest organ of body; it reflects physical, mental and physcho-logical state of an individual. Skin not only covers and protects the body but also performs some functions of excretion and metabolism. In the Ayurvedic texts all skin disorders are included under the Kushtaroga. Which is further classified in two divisions i.e. Mahakushta and Kshudrakushta, Vicharchika is one among them. Kushtha is one among Ashtamahagada al-so.Vicharchika is a type of kshudra kushta & Sadhya Kushtha by all acharya, often encountered by Ayurvedic Dermatologists characterized with symptoms likes Kandu, Srava, Pidika and Shyavavarna. Vicharchika can be seen at any age but fre-quently at a young age due to exposure to occupational, environmental factors, and mental stress. Junk food, irregular eat-ing, repressing natural desires, using cosmetics and other chemicals, a polluted environment, a demanding existence, and emotional disorders all unquestionably play a significant role in the emergence of Vicharchika nowadays. The clinical presentation of Vicharchika is similar to Eczema in modern dermatology. Eczema (also called atopic dermatitis) is charac-terized by dry itchy skin with areas of poorly demarcated erythema and scale. Pruritus, erythema, oedema, papules, vesci-cles and oozing in the acute phase whereas itching, scaling, dryness, hyperpigmented and lichenified (thickened), and exco-riations (scratch marks) are frequently seen in the chronic phase. By purging vitiated dosha and balancing the Dosha and Dhatu, Ayurveda provides treatment for the root of Vicharchika. Shodhana, Shamana, and Rasayana therapy make up the mainstay of Ayurveda\u27s treatment for this illness
Role of Plants in Different Religious Ceremonies Common to Uttarakhand Region
Get PDFMany traditional religious ceremonies and festivals in India are associated with specific plants. Association of plants like Azadiracta indica with Gudipadva, Ficus benghalensis with vatpurnima, Bauhinia racemosa with dashara and Ocimum sanctum with tulsi vivaha is well known. The present study deals with some of the important plants such as Ficus religiosa (peepal), Ficus benghalensis (vat), Ocimum sanctum etc. which are related to pujas or other religious ceremonies in which they are offered by the women of Uttarakhand region
A Review on Kushtha W.S.R. to Kushthaghna Mahakashaya
Get PDFA skin condition is kushta roga. The term "kushtha" has been used in Ayurveda to designate all skin conditions. Maha-kushtha and Kshudra Kushtha are the additional divisions that they fall under. According to Acharyas, Tridoshik participation is present in every kushtha. Nonetheless, the dosha dominance determines the sort of kushtha. Seven factors—three doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha), four Dushyas (Tvaka, Mamasa, Shonita, and laseeka), and one other—are vitiated, according to the Acharyas, and this causes Kushtha to manifest. Because the Charaka Samhita describes how to cure Kushtha and explains external therapies for the condition, it is clear that the Ayurvedic classics place a high value on the condition. Acharya Charaka listed 10 treatments for skin conditions as part of the Kushthaghna mahakashaya group in the Sutra sthan of the Charaka Samhita. Acharya Charak described Kushthaghna Mahakashaya for the treatment of Kushtha roga (skin disorders). There are ten medications in it. The major focus of this review is on many facets of Kushtha and Kushthaghna Maha-kashyaya
Efficacy of Erandmooladi Basti with Palliative Herbal Formulations in the Management of Aamvata (Rheumatoid Arthritis): A Case Report
Get PDFAmavata is one of the most common disorders caused by the impairment of Agni, formation of Ama and vitiation of Vata Dosha. Amavata is produced mainly due to the vitiation of Vata along with the formation of Ama. The Ama combines with Vata Dosha and occupies Shleshmasthana (Asthisandhi) which results in “Amavata”. Amavata can be correlated with Rheu-matoid Arthritis due to similarities of clinical features. Acharya Chakradatta mentioned Chikitsa Siddhanta for management of Amavata, which consists of Langhana, Swedana, use of drugs having Tikta, Katu Rasa and Deepana property, Virechana, Snehapana and Basti. These modalities help in Amapachana, Vatashamana, Strotoshodhana. The prevalence of RA is ~0.8% of the population (range 0.3–2.1%); women are affected approximately three times more often than men. Aim & Objectives - Effect of Erandmooladi vasti along with other Ayurvedic formulations (Panchguna Tailam, Panchkola Phant, Simhnada Guggulu) in the management of Amavata. Material & Methods – The present case study is upon a 21 years old diagnosed case of Aamvata with complaints of pain in ankle joint & knee joint, mild fever and morning stiffness, at the Kayachikitsa OPD of Pt. K.L.S. Govt. Ayurvedic Hospital Bhopal. The patient was treated with Erandmooladi Basti along with Ayurvedic regimen (Panchguna Tail, Panchkola Phant & Sinhnada Guggulu). Duration of study is 30 Days. Assessment was done on the basis of symptomatic relief and biochemical and serological changes in laboratory test. Observation- Symptomatic relief and reduces the level of ESR and CRP after treatment. Conclusion - By using this Chikitsa Siddhanta a case of Amavata was successfully treated. Marked improvement was observed in signs and symptoms after treatment. No any complication was found during the treatment