A Comparative Study to Evaluate Efficacy of Prachanna Karma Followed by Chirabilva Lepa and Gunja Lepa in the Management of Indralupta w.s.r to Alopecia Areata

Abstract

Ayurveda is a traditional system of medicine with origins dating back approximately 5,000 years. Ayurvedic practices include a wide range of treatments such as herbal remedies, dietary guidelines, yoga meditation, detoxification (Panchakarma), and lifestyle modifications. Rather than focusing only on treating disease, Ayurveda emphasizes maintaining health through proper nutrition, daily routines (Dinacharya) and seasonal practices (Ritucharya). Hairfall or alopecia (Indralupta), is a common dermatological issue that can cause significant emotional distress. It can stem from various factors, including genetics, diet, stress, and underlying medical conditions. Indralupta is equated with alopecia areata by modern means. Research works on Indralupta by using drugs like Gunja, Dattura etc. have been conducted, but no work has been conducted by using the drug regimen Chirabilwa lepa following Prachanna. Hence the topic of research is selected. In this comparative study, 60 patients were taken having Indralupta and divided into two groups. Group A treated with Prachanna followed by Chirabilwa lepa and Group B treated with Prachanna followed by Gunja lepa. At the end of the study it is seen that Prachanna followed by Chirabilwa Lepa has shown significant improvement than Prachanna followed by Gunja Lepa.