VICHARCHIKA W.S.R TO ECZEMA AND ITS AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT – A CASE REPORT
Dr. Drashti H. Shah*, Dr. Abhit H. Shah, Dr. Sangita O. Kamaliya and Dr. Alankruta R. Dave
ABSTRACT
Introduction: Vicharchika, commonly seen dermatosis makes worried the patient due to its appearance, severe itching disturbing in routine work and its nature susceptible to be chronic so this study was planned to evaluate the efficacy of Khadirashtaka Ghanvati and Arka Taila gel in the management and to prevent the recurrence of eczema. Materials & Methods: A fully conscious, normal oriented male patient, aged 19 years, came to OPD of Kayachikitsa, IPGT & RA, Jamnagar, with chief complaints of blackish papulo- vesicles at both ankle joint and forearm since one year. He has also complained of itching and dryness since eight month. Itching aggravates at winter season and night time. He was treated with Khadirashtaka Ghanavati two Ghanavati (500mg) thrice in-a-day and Arka Taila gel externally for 8 weeks. Eranda Bhrushta Haritaki Churna was given for 5 days 7gm at night for Kostha Shuddhi. Follow up was done for one month. Result: At the end of the study, complete remission was found in itching and papules in both ankle joint and forearm. Markedly improvement was found in blackish discoloration. No recurrence of any symptoms was found during follow up period. No adverse event was reported during study. Conclusion: Thus, it can be concluded that Ayurvedic management is helpful in treatment of Vicharchika (eczema). This study emphasizes on the importance of integrated approach in healthcare in present era. As these observation were drawn from a single case, can be revalidated through well designed clinical trials.
Keywords: Vicharchika, Arka Taila gel, Ghanavati.
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