SHANKHA BHASMA; AYURVEDA PERSPECTIVE IN PEDIATRIC G.E.R.D.; A REVIEW
Abstract
Acid reflux disease also termed as Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) which involves upward movement of acid from the stomach into the esophagus. Many people world widely facing this issue, in Ayurveda this condition can be correlated with Amlapitta on the basis of sign and symptoms. GERD possess typical symptoms like; Avipaak, Klama, Utklesa, Tikta-Amla Udgaar, Gauravata, Hrit-Kantha Daha and Aruchi, etc. Ayurveda described many treatments for GERD and most of the therapies help to eliminate morbid Pitta. Vamana, Virechana, oral medications including Rasayana therapy and good conduction of Ahara-Vihara, etc. are recommended in such types of pathological conditions. Disease modifiers and rejuvenators like Shankha Bhasma offer specific health benefits in case of GERD. Shankha Bhasma calcium containing formulation primarily suggested for gastrointestinal disorders like Grahani, Amlapitta, Udarshula, Atisara and Parinamshula, etc. Considering therapeutic perspective of Shankha Bhasma in gastric troubles present article explored role of Shankha Bhasma for infantine GERD.
Key-Words: Ayurveda, Shankha Bhasma, GERD, Amlapitta
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