A REVIEW OF JATIPATRADI MUKHAPAAK LEPA: FOCUSING ON ITS IMPLICATIONS FOR ORAL ULCERS

A healthy mouth and properly functioning teeth are crucial throughout life as they aid in essential activities such as breathing, speaking and eating. In a healthy mouth, the tissues are damp,free of odor and devoid of pain. Mukhapaak (stomatitis) is a common issue experienced by many individuals that affects the entire mouth and is characterized by the inflammation of the mucous membranes of the lips, tongue, and cheeks. This disease can interfere with daily routines of an individual such as eating ,drinking, brushing etc. where pain medications, oral rinses, creams, corticosteroid treatments and Vitamin B12 are utilized to manage stomatitis. Ayurveda is captivating today's world through its significant contributions for treating various oral health issues. Jatipatradi Mukhapaak Lepa is one such unique formulation elucidated by distinguished text Rasa Ratna Samuchhaya where Jatipatra, Abhaya, Yastimadhu and Daruharidra along with Madhu and Gau Ghrita are indicated for the management of Mukhapaak.