Abstract

SADYO VAMANA IN TAMAKA SHWASA A-CASE REPORT

*Dr. Gurukiran B. Dattawade, Dr. Pallavi M.

Abstract

Bronchial Asthma characterized by bronchial hyperreactivity and a variable degree of reversible airflow obstruction. Symptoms typically occur in recurrent episodes, often worsening at night or in the early morning. In Ayurveda it can be corelated with Tamaka Shwasa (~ Bronchial Asthma) Ayurveda classics mention various types of Shwasa and Tamaka Shwasa (~ Bronchial Asthma) is one among them. Tamaka Shwasa (~ Bronchial Asthma) is the condition where the vitiation of Vata and Kapha occurs, where vitiated Doshas moves in upward direction and obstructs Pranavaha Srotas (~respiratory system) producing the signs and symptoms. According to Acharaya Charaka Tamaka Shwasa (~ Bronchial Asthma) is Yapya Sadhya Roga (~Difficulty to cure), and Achraya Sushruta told that it is Kruchra Sadhya Roga(~Curable disease), therefore proper treatment and lifestyle modification will help in the control of the disease. A 41-yearold female patient came to the OPD with complaints of Shortness of breath, sleeplessness, Fatigue and Cough with increased repeated attacks since last 1 month. Associated with loss of Appetite and Pain in flank region. The patient was examined assessed and treated with Sadyo Vamana (~ Emesis therapy) and Suitable Ayurvedic medicines. Sadyovamana (~ Emesis therapy) is a Karma for the quick or immediate removal of Utklishta Kapha Pradhana Doshas and vitiated Doshas through orally.

Keywords: Bronchial asthma, Sadhyovaman, Shodana Chikista, Tamaka Shwasa.