A Clinical Evaluation of Bhrashta Sarshapa Kalka, Hinguleeya Manikya Rasa and Combined Therapy in Vicharchika
Journal Title: International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharmaceutical Chemistry - Year 2018, Vol 0, Issue 0
Abstract
Introduction: Bheshaja has been placed in the second order among the Chikitsa Chatushpada. The sources of the medicines are three in number being Audbhida, Jangama and Parthiva. Vicharchika is the most common disease affecting all age groups presenting with symptoms such as itching, eruptions, blackish discolouration, discharge due to which there is uneasiness in the patients. In the study Shamana line of management is adopted, which includes both Antahparimarjana and Bahirparimarjana Chikitsa. Aims and Objectives: To evaluate the efficacy of Bhrashta Sarshapa Kalka, Hinguleeya Manikya Rasa and combined therapy in Vicharchika. Materials and methods: Thirty patients diagnosed with Vicharchika were selected from the OPD and IPD. The signs and symptoms were recorded and randomly divided into 3 groups of 10 patients each. Group 1, Group 2 and Group 3 were given Bhrashta Sarshapa Kalka, Hinguleeya Manikya Rasa and combined therapy, respectively. The duration of treatment was 15 days. After 15 days the signs and symptoms were recorded. Friedman's test was applied to analyze the results within the group, Kruskal Wallis test was applied for analyzing the results between the groups. Results and conclusion: Bhrashta Sarshapa Kalka group shows statistically significant effect of treatment on itching, discharge, discoloration, burning sensation and papules.
Authors and Affiliations
Sushmitha V S, Radhika Ranjan Geethesh P, Seema MB, Prabhakara Upadhyaya Renjal, Ravindra Angadi
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