Introduction: One of the baffling problems of mankind since time immemorial is the skin disease. Shvitra (Vitiligo) may become; a psychologically devastating disorder when it typically occurs in exposed areas. Aim: To evaluate and compare the efficacy of the Vamana and Virechana Karma in the management of the Shvitra (Vitiligo). Materials and Method: In this study total 92 patients of Shvitra were registered at Panchakarma dept. of I.P.G.T. and R.A. Hospital, Jamnagar. Patients were randomly divided in three groups by lottery random sampling method. In Group A - Vamana Karma and in Group B - Virechana Karma was given. After Shodhana in both Groups and in Group C Oral administration of Darvigomootra Ghanavati 6g/day with the Apamarghkshara Lepa for 8 weeks was given. Result: In VASI Score 2.16% and 4.61% relief was found in Group A and B respectively which was statistically highly significant. While in Group C 0.38% relief was found which were statistically insignificant. Conclusion: Any kind of Shodhana therapy either Vamana or Virechana play a key role in the management of Shvitra. For long far and sustainable effect of the therapy Shodhana should be performed priorly.
Dhumapana is very effective treatment for upper clavicular diseases (Urdhvajatrugata Roga). It is also effective in coughing (Kasa Roga) and in induction of emesis. However it is not widely practiced. The curative aspect of Dhumapana is somewhat known in clinicians but its preventive and promotive aspect is neither much known nor practiced. Different types of Dhumapana are mentioned in Ayurvedic classics, made from different Dhumavarti, using different drugs; according to the need of action. It works on Vata and Kapha Dosha. It can be used for Shamana and Shodhana Karma. It can be advised at different stages of treatment to achieve these Karma. In this article an effort has been made to elaborate the preventive, promotive and curative aspect of Dhumapana.
Tamaka Shvasa is described as a most difficult to cure (Yapya) among all diseases in Ayurveda. In present study Tamaka Shvasa is correlated with Bronchial Asthma because of its symptomatology is much similar with Tamaka Shvasa. In modern medical science, steroids and bronchodilators are mainly used for its management, but they cause certain side effects. Present study was undertaken to provide safe and effective remedy for Tamaka Shvasa through Ayurvedic medicaments. Shirishadi tablet was given as internal medicine for 30 days. Upto 60% relief was found in signs and symptoms of Tamaka Shvasa.
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