Abstract

ANJANA KARMA-A NETRA KRIYAKALPA

Dr. Renu Prasad*, Dr. Shishir Prasad, Dr. Lokinder and Dr. Preeti Singh

Abstract

Anjana Karma, is one among seven Kriyakalpa procedures mentioned in an Ayurvedic lexicon, Sushruta Samhita. Anjana (Collyrium) is indicated in Niramavastha of doshas i.e. when the inflammatory effects of an eye disorder get subsided. Maharshi Sushruta reported its description not only in Kriyakalpa methods but also in chikitsa sthana as well as in sutra sthana with reference to daily routine lifestyle of a healthy well being i.e. Swasthavritta. It is also called as good for eyes (chakshusyay).[1] The significance of Anjana is overwhelmed by a phrase that it makes eye sight so clear and healthy like a moon in a clear sky as it cleanses eyes’ debris like one need to clear gold and other precious stones by means of oil, cloth or hair.[2] Assuredly, regular use of anjana (sauveeranjana) is beneficial for eyes.[3] All these qualities make it a promising approach fulfilling both objectives i.e. safeguarding health of a healthy person and alleviating his ailments.[4] Apart from this, the chronicle of Anjana is also found in Rasashashtra books for its active use not only in eye disorders but also other various disorders of body. Here is an attempt to study Anjana as a whole and to recognize its properties and its mode of action towards the ocular diseases.

Keywords: Anjana Karma, Chakshusyay, Swasthvritta, Teekshna, Lekhana.