Effect of Shatyadi kwatha in the management of Amavata

Abstract

Background Amavata is a crippling disease caused by vitiated Ama and Vata resulting in inflammation in joints and several other constitutional symptoms. Amavata is sadhya in initial stages. But in chronic stage it becomes Krichchra-Sadhya. Thats why early diagnosis and treatment is crucial for better prognosis. Deepana Pachana is an initial step in the treatment of Amavata. This study assesses the effect of Shatyadi Kashaya in the management of Amaavata viz a viz Rheumatic Arthritis which has similar clinical presentation.Objectives Present study was carried out with an aim to find out effect of Shatyadi Kashaya on the disease process disease activity and on symptoms of Amavata Rheumatoid Arthritis.Methodology Total 52 patients selected by convenient sampling method. Patients were given Shatyadi Kwatha in a dose of 40 ml two times after meals for duration of three months. Patients were thoroughly assessed before during and after the trial. The data collected was statistically analyzed at the end of trial.Results At the end of the trial 18 patients showed major improvement in symptoms and 26 patients showed minor improvement. Four patients became seronegative with complete remission while four patients didnt show any improvement. No adverse effect of the drug was seen at the end of the trial.Conclusions Shatyadi Kashaya has excellent Deepana Pachana Vyadhi Hara action in Amavata. It gives prompt symptomatic relief in Amavata. Due to its Medhya and Rasayana properties it improves general physical and mental health of the patients. It doesnrsquot have any adverse actions hence can safely be used in Amavata patients.