Comparative Effect Of Mulakadi Lepa & Guduchyadi Kwatha On The Symptoms Of Dadru Kushtha W.S.R. To Fungal Dermatophytes: A Randomized Clinical Trial”

Abstract

: -Background: Dadru is one type of Kushtha, all skin illnesses are categorised under the broad title of ‘ Kushtha′ in Ayurveda. It involves clinical features like Kandu , Deergha Pratana , Utsanna Mandala , Raga , Pidaka, which exhibit the involvement of Kapha and Pitta . Dadru correlated with 'Fungal dermatophytes through a modern perspective based on presenting symptomatology. Globally, up to 20% of the population may be infected by ringworm at any given time. Mithya Ahara-Vihar , unhygienic condition and many environmental factors lead to increase cases of Dadru . Aim: To evaluates and compares the efficacy of Guduchyadi Kwatha and Mulakadi Lepa in the management of Dadru Kushtha. Methodology: Randomized Clinical Trial on 100 patients was conducted at NIA Jaipur for the duration of 1 month equal divided in 2 Groups. Result: Statically significant improvements were showed in subjective parameters. Conclusion: it was found that average percentage of relief was higher in “Group A ( Mulakadi Lepa )” (45.03%) followed by Group B Guduchyadi Kwatha (19.77%) without any serious adverse drug reaction .