Study on the role and efficacy of Triphala Ghrita Aschyotan in Vataj Abhishyanda w.r.t Allergic Conjunctivitis

Abstract

Allergic conjunctivitis is a common ophthalmic problem predominantly affecting the outdoor workers. The eyes are exposed to different environmental factors. The eye and eyelids are very common sites for allergic reactions. About 50% of conjunctivitis seen by primary physicians is allergic in nature. Vataj Abhishyanda is a clinical entity which can be correlated with allergic conjunctivitis. Triphala Ghrita Aschyotan helps to relieve the symptoms of Vataj Abhishyand w.r.t allergic conjunctivitis. Triphala Ghrita is a Vyadhi Pratyanik Dravya and helpful in topical eye allergies. Aim: To study the role and efficacy of Triphala Ghrita Aschyotan in Vataj Abhishyanda w.r. t. allergic conjunctivitis. Materials and Method: A total 60 patients of the age group 15-60 years presenting with signs and symptoms of Vataj Abhishyanda w.r.t allergic conjunctivitis were selected randomly from OPD of the department of Shalakyatantra, Government Ayurved College, Nanded (M.S.) within inclusion criteria and were treated in two groups. The 30 patients of trial group were treated with Triphala Ghrita Aschyotana and patients of control group in similar number were subjected to Ketotifen Fumarate eye drop. Results: The trial drug Triphala Ghrita is equally effective as compared to Ketotifen eye drop. Trial drug provided more relief in symptoms like Sangharsha (Itching of eyes), which is the parameter of efficacy. Conclusion:Triphala Ghrita Aschyotan is an effective, safe and potent treatment of Vataj Abhishyanda w.r.t allergic conjunctivitis.