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Review Paper | Health and Medical Sciences | Volume 15 Issue 7, July 2026 | Pages: 144 - 147 | India
The Role of Rasayan in the Management of Ek-Kushtha: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Ekkushtha, a prominent variety of Kshudra Kushtha described in Ayurvedic texts, bears a striking clinical resemblance to Psoriasis. Characterized by scaling (Mahavastu), lack of perspiration (Aswedanam), and a fish-scale appearance (Matsyashakalopamam), it is a chronic, inflammatory skin disorder with a high rate of recurrence. While conventional treatments focus on symptomatic relief, Ayurveda emphasizes the correction of deep-seated tissue imbalances. Rasayana therapy (rejuvenative therapy) plays a pivotal role in this management by enhancing Dhatu Sarata (tissue excellence), modulating the immune system, and preventing relapses. This review explores the physiological and therapeutic mechanisms of Rasayana drugs specifically in the context of Ekkushtha. A systematic qualitative review of classical Ayurvedic literature and contemporary clinical research regarding the role of Rasayan in the management of Ekkushtha (Psoriasis). The methodology was structured to bridge traditional pharmacological concepts with modern evidence-based dermatology.
Keywords: Kshudra Kushtha, Psoriasis, rejuvenative therapy, Dhatu Samyata
How to Cite?: Dr. Ashish C. Zanwar, Dr. Sanskruti Muley, "The Role of Rasayan in the Management of Ek-Kushtha: A Comprehensive Review", Volume 15 Issue 7, July 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 144-147, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26701152619, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26701152619