TRIPHLADI KALP; PROPERTIES AND THERAPEUTIC ROLE, W.S.R. TO ROLE IN IMMATURE CATARACT
Abstract
The cataract can be described as Timira in ayurveda which is very old terminology, the etiology, pathogenesis, symptoms and treatment protocol of Timira is similar to immature cataract. This pathological condition mainly related to eye and occurs in elderly population. The Timira, Kacha and Linganasha are progressive pathological condition of cataract. Blurring of vision is initial symptom of Timira, Kacha involves association of Raga and when become difficult to treat then condition called Lingnasha. The treatment involves Snehapana, Rakthamokshan, Nasya, Anjana, Netraseka, Moordhavasthi and Tarpana, etc. Many ayurveda formulations and natural herbs also suggested to relive symptoms of immature cataract and Triphla is one of them. As per ancient text the combination of Triphla along with honey and cow Ghee can offers several benefits in such types of condition. This Triphladi Kalp not only relieves disease symptom but also restrict disease pathogenesis. Present article described ayurveda view and treatment of immature cataract along with role of Triphladi Kalp.
Keywords: Ayurveda, Immature Cataract, Timira, Triphladi Kalp
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