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A REVIEW OF CHANDANADI LEPA: AN AYURVEDA FORMULATION FOR VISHAJUSHTA MUKHALEPA

Mitali Verma*, Urmila Shukla and Swati Nagpal

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Abstract

Background: Several poisoning techniques have been described by Acharya Sushruta, Vishajushta Mukhalepa (poisoned cosmetic) is one of them. If this is taken by this route, it may result with symptoms that resemble Padminikantaka. Padminikantaka falls under the Kshudra Roga and chiefly affects the facial skin. Clinically it present circular pimples, needle-like appearance with pale circular discolouration on face having symptoms of Kapha-Vata vitiation. Objective: The objective is to explore the pharmacological properties of components of Chandanadi Lepa evaluate their collective impact on Vishajushta Mukhalepa. Method: Various databases, including PubMed, Google Scholar, and Ayurvedic journals, were searched using relevant keywords. Ayurvedic Samhita and Nighantu with commentaries are used for relevant content. Data were synthesized to elucidate the potential mechanisms of action and therapeutic efficacy of Chandanadi Lepa in managing Vishajushta Mukhalepa. Conclusion: Chandanadi Lepa useful in treating Vishajushta Mukhalepa Janya Padminikantaka, Mukhashyavata, kandu etc.

Keywords: Vishajushta Mukhalepa, Padminikantaka, Chandanadi Lepa.