AYURVEDIC THERAPEUTICS IN THE MANAGEMENT OF KHALITYA: A CASEBASED EVIDENCE

In Ayurveda, the Khalitya word is used for hairfall. Acharaya Sushruta and Acharaya Vagbhatta mentioned it under Kshudra Roga and Shiroroga, respectively. Khalitya is primarily a Pitta-dominant Tridoshaja Vyadhi. In the current era, millions of individuals are experiencing hair fall. Studies have shown that the prevalence of hair fall is 60.3%, dandruff affects 17.1% of people, and baldness is observed in 50.4% of the population. This is a widespread issue that impacts both men and women across all ethnicities. METHOD-A 26-year-old female patient reported at the Dravyaguna department’s OPD in the National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, with the primary complaints of Khalitya (hair fall), Shirah Kandu (itching on scalp), Kesha Rukshata (dryness of hair), and Darunaka (dandruff). In this case, the patient was suggested to use Nilibhringyadi Taila along with the oral administration of Dhatri lauha with anupana of amalaki ,brahma rasayana,asthiposhaka vati with milk for 2 months. RESULT- The therapy’s effectiveness was evaluated based on the difference between the patient’s pre- and posttreatment signs and symptoms. No adverse reactions were reported or observed during the treatment period. CONCLUSION - Based on the case study, it can be concluded that Dhatri Lauha, Brahma Rasayana, and Asthiposhaka Vati are effective in managing Khalitya.