Evaluation of efficacy of Avipattikar churna versus Chitrakadi kwath in the management of Amlapitta (Hyperacidity) - A pilot study

Abstract

Amlapitta is a condition characterised by the predominance of Pitta and is associated with the Annavaha and Purishvaha srotas. It manifests as a result of imbalances in Mandagni (weakened digestive fire) and the presence of Ama (undigested or improperly metabolized substances). The prevalence rate of Amlapitta in India is 38.1%. Considering the similarities in etiopathogenesis, it can be correlated with Hyperacidity in Modern Science. Aim and Objectives: To evaluate the efficacy of Avipattikar churna versus Chitrakadi kwath in the management of Amlapitta (Hyperacidity). Methodology: An Interventional Study was conducted among 30 patients between the ages of 20 and 60 of either sex who had symptoms of Tikta Amlodgar (sour and bitter irructation), Hrit-kanthadaha (burning in heart and throat), Udarashool (epigastric pain) and Utklesha (nausea),  and Aruchi (anorexia). Group A was given Aipattikar Churna; Group B was given Chitrakadi Kwath. Subjective Parameters were assessed in both groups on the 0^th, 7^th, and 15^th days, and comparison was done by statistical analysis. Observation and Discussion: Both interventions proved effective, showcasing strengths in addressing distinct subjective parameters. Conclusion: Both drugs demonstrated high effectiveness in the study. Group A exhibited significant improvements across all subjective parameters, except Udarshoola (Abdominal pain). On the other hand, Group B displayed notable results in all subjective parameters, except for Utklesha and Aruchi. In conclusion, both groups were significant.