AYURVEDA ASPECT ON KAMLA AND ITS MANAGEMENT THROUGH TRADITIONAL DRUGS: A REVIEW

Authors

  • Dr. Priyanka S. Thakur

Abstract

Ayurveda described various diseases related to the digestive system and Kamala vyadhi is one such disease associated with dysfunction of liver. As per Ayurveda Kamala is Pittaj nantmaj and Raktapradoshaja vyadhi. As per modern science Kamala correlated with jaundice, Yakrit is Moola sthana of disease and major symptoms of diseases are; Pita varniya twaka, Pitta varniya mutra, Hrillas and Agnimandya, etc. Daruharidra, Nimba, Patol, Haritaki, Kutaki, Punarnava and Arogyavardhnivati, etc. are Ayurveda herbs can be used to treat Kamala. Nimbadi Kashaya, Vasa Guluchyadi Kashaya, Triphaladi Yoga, Ayorajadi yoga and Triphala kwatha, etc. are Ayurveda formulations which help to treat liver disorder. The current scenarios of fast life style hampers digestive system significantly therefore people are facing such issues and incidences increases day by day. Considering this aspect present article explored Ayurveda perspective on Kamala and its management through traditional medicines.   

Key-Words: Ayurveda, Kamala, Jaundice, Drugs

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2021-05-27