A CLINICAL STUDY ON MELASMA WITH HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINES SEPIA OFFICINALIS AND BERBERIS AQUEFOLIUM Q WITH REDUCTION IN MASI SCORE

Abstract

Melasma is an acquired increased pigmentation of the skin, characterized by dark-brown patches, mostly in sun exposed area of the skin i.e. face. The pathogenesis is unknown, but genetic and hormonal influences with UV radiation are associated. Due to its frequent facial involvement, the disease has an impact on the quality of life of patients. Homoeopathic medicines can help control the spread of hyperpigmentation and also prevent its reoccurrence. Potentised homoeopathic medicine Sepia officinalis given internally and Berberis aquefolium Q as a local application has proved to be effective in the cases of Melasma which is a challenging cosmetology condition. The cases were followed-up, the Melasma Area and Severity Index (MASI) Score was used to record the improvement of the patients at the beginning of the treatment and at the end. The positive result indicates that homoeopathy can be a valuable therapy for the treatment of Melasma.