To evaluate the efficacy of Aaragwadh Amritadi Kashayam and Khadir Snana in management of Ek Kustha w.s.r. to Psoriasis - A Pilot Clinical study

Abstract

Psoriasis is a long-lasting autoimmune and chronic inflammatory skin disorder with rounded plaques and erythematous, sharply demarcated papules covered in silvery micaceous scale that primarily affects the skin of the scalp, knees, elbows, and gluteal region. These symptoms mimics with Ekkustha in ayurveda. The incidence of psoriasis varies globally, but it is estimated that around 2-3% of the population worldwide is affected by the condition. Psoriasis can occur at any age, but it most commonly appears between the ages of 15 and 35 and again between 50 and 60. The treatment of psoriasis in modern medicine includes steroid creams, PUVA and immune system suppressing medications which focuses on reducing inflammation, controlling symptoms, and improving quality of life but with having its own limitations and hazardous effects. Various treatment options can help to manage the condition effectively by Ayurveda. Though Ekkustha is Tridoshaj Vyadhi but the specific Doshika involvement is Vata and Kapha. Bahirparimarjan Chikitsa is well established in treating any skin disease in Ayurveda. The present pilot study has been performed on 10 patients with oral administration of Aaragwadh Amritadi Kashayam 20 ml bd and Khadir Snana for a period of 21 days. Assessment was done by using PASI SCORE for Psoriasis. After the completion of treatment patient got significant results in symptoms, hence this treatment protocol can be used in managing this disease.