UNDERSTANDING VICHARCHIKA THROUGH PRINCIPLES OF AGADTANTRA: A REVIEW

Vicharchika is mentioned in samhitas under the heading kushtha. Kushtha roga not only refers to leprosy whereas involves all sorts of skin disorders that might manifest. Commonly referred to as twacha roga. Vicharchika is mentioned in charak samhita under kshudra kushtha with kapha dosha predominance. It is closely correlated to eczema in modern medicine. Vicharchika is often treated through the principles of kayachikitsa but is found to have recurrence. The principles of agadtantra such as dushivisha and garavisha can explain the recurrence and also suggest various treatment modalities and formulations that can be explored in the treatment.