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A CONCEPTUAL ANALYSIS OF SATATJWARNASHAK KWATH IN THE CONTEXT OF SKIN DISEASES W.S.R TO RAKTAPRADOSHAJ VIKAR

Dr. Pooja Badadwal*, Lajwanti Keswani, Dr. Salil Jain, Dr. Rohit Jadhav and Dr. Minaxhi Mujalde

Abstract

Skin diseases are complex, multifactorial disorders influenced by genetic predisposition, immune dysregulation, environmental exposures, infections, and lifestyle factors. Ayurveda conceptualizes skin disorders as systemic manifestations of Dosha, Dhatu, and Mala vitiation, frequently rooted in impaired Agni and the accumulation of Ama. The pathogenesis often begins with Rasa Dhatu Dushti, where impaired digestion leads to defective nutrition of subsequent Dhatus— particularly Rakta Dhatu. Vitiated Rakta manifests clinically as Raktapradoshaja Vikara, encompassing a broad spectrum of inflammatory and hemorrhagic skin conditions. Satata Jwara, described in samhitas as a continuous fever pattern, is primarily a Pitta-dominant condition closely associated with Rakta Dushti. Due to this strong link with Rakta Dhatu pathology, Satatajwarnashak Kashay formulations—although traditionally indicated for Satata Jwara—also have therapeutic potential for other disorders arising from Rakta Dushti, including various skin diseases. These formulations exert multiple pharmacological actions: Deepana-Pachana (enhancing digestion and metabolism), Raktashodhana (blood purification), Pitta-Shamana (Pitta pacification), and Anulomana (regulation of Vata and urinary flow). Ingredients such as Musta, Patola, Patha, Katuka, and Sariva possess documented anti-inflammatory, blood-purifying, and antioxidant properties, addressing different levels of the underlying pathogenesis. Ayurvedic treatment aims to address the root cause of these conditions. It includes Dosha pacification with herbal medications and promote healthy skin. Further clinical research and trials are warranted to validate its therapeutic efficacy and establish standardized protocols.

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