ROLE OF AYURVEDIC THERAPIES IN EKA-KUSHTHA WITH SPECIAL EMPHASIS ON THE IMPORTANCE OF GHRITA FORMULATIONS

In Ayurveda, psoriasis falls under the broad category of Kushtha and because of its similar clinical characteristics; it is most closely associated with Eka-Kushtha. The main goals of Ayurvedic Kushtha management are purification of Rakta Dhatu and Shodhana, which removes vitiated Doshas, especially Vata and Kapha. Avoiding causative elements like Viruddha Ahara, eating too many salty and sour foods and experiencing psychological stress are all part of the first principle of management which is Nidana Parivarjana. The treatment approaches like Deepana-Pachana, Snehapana and Swedana can be performed before conducting therapies like Vamana, Virechana and Raktamokshana. After cleansing, exterior applications like Nimba decoction washes and medicated oils, as well as internal medications like Arogyavardhini Vati, Gandhak Rasayana and Mahamanjisthadi Kwatha are used to settle any remaining Dosha imbalance. In Ayurveda, Eka-Kushtha also managed with Ghrita (medicated ghee) since it improves dryness, itching, scaling and inflammation. It functions as a Shodhana supportive therapy and a Shamana remedy. This article explain role of Ayurvedic therapies in Eka-Kushtha with special emphasis on the importance of Ghrita formulations.