ROLE OF ZIZIPHUS JUJUBE (MEDICINAL PLANT) IN THE MANAGEMENT OF DANDRUFF- A CASE STUDY
Abstract
Dandruff is a common condition affecting the scalp. It is characterized by scaling of the scalp and associated with seborrhoea (seborrhoeic dermatitis). The yeast, pityrosporum ovale is the contributing organism in the etiology of dandruff. Medicinal plants are the key role in the human health care. Ziziphus jujube belongs to the family Rhamnaceae it is called Jujube tree (Ilanthai). The plant is commonly seen in Jaffna district. The objective of the study is to observe the effect of Ziziphus jujube leaves paste in the management of dandruff. The case report was a female patient of one year old attended the Herbal Health Care Centre , Jaffna, Sri Lanka, with problems of infantile dandruff on the head. Patient underwent a clinical examination of the scalp. Patient were advised to do some methods to apply Ziziphus jujube leaves paste per week for a period of 6 weeks to the scalp with the contact period of 3-4 hours. Patient was instructed to apply Ziziphus jujube leaves paste without other treatment. Patient was followed – up for a period of 6 weeks and at each visits, they was asked about the frequency of the application. Clinical assessment of scalp lesions was done objectively (by doctor) and also subjectively. The goals of the therapy are to reduce morbidity and prevent complications. Dandruff is a natural process, which cannot be eliminated and only be managed and controlled. This study observed a reduction of itching, white scales, hair fall and dandruff, subjective evaluation revealed remarkable improvement. This plant uses traditionally for antifungal, antibacterial, antiulcer, anti-inflammatory and sedative. This study observed symptomatic and clinical improvement of dandruff in 6 weeks. It is also well tolerated by the patients. Therefore it may be concluded that this Ziziphus jujube paste is effective and safe in the management of dandruff.
Key words: Ziziphus jujube, pityrosporum ovale
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