Abstract

TO EVALUATE THE EFFICACY OF ARJUNA TWAKA LEPA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF VYANGA

Sandeep Kumar Bhagat* and Sneha Gutakar

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Abstract

Vyanga is one of the Kshudra Rogas mentioned by Acharya Sushruta and Vagbhata in which complexion of the face is becomes dark in the form of patches. Since face is the index of mind and beauty, the disease is considered on cosmetic point than medical one and attains great importance. It can be correlated with melasma in which there is symmetrical hyperpigmentation of the skin. This disease is more common in women. It is characterised by Niruja and Shavavarna Mandalas on the face. In this disease there is this vitiation of Rakta Dhatu, Ranjak Pitta and Udana Vata after travelling in body it gets localised in Mukhgata twacha leading to vitiation of Bhrajaka Pitta and causes discoloration of skin. In the present study we have take n Arjuna Twaka Lepa as mentioned by Acharya Sharangdhara. Patients were advised to apply this medicated paste on the affected area for 20 days and after the completion of study satisfactory results were obtained.

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