World Journal of
Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF SHUSHKAKSHIPAKA- A CASE STUDY

*Dr. Rathi S.

ABSTRACT

Shushkakshipaka is one among the Sarvagata netrarogas explained by Acharya Sushruta and Acharya Vagbhata. Acharya Sushruta has described it as a Vataja netraroga. As per Acharya Vagbhata, it is a Vata-Pittaja netraroga. It is characterized by Ruksha Daruna Vartma, Avila Darshana and Kruchronmeelana. Shushkakshipaka can be correlated to Dry Eye Syndrome. Dry Eye Syndrome is considered as a multifactorial disease. It is characterized by eye irritation, gritty sensation, dryness, itching, discomfort. Local, systemic and environmental factors play a major role in its pathogenesis. A 33-year-old female patient with complaints of dryness, foreign body sensation and burning sensation in both eyes for 2 months was taken for this case study. She was treated with Yashtimadhu ksheeraseka, Ksheerabala taila Pratimarsha Nasya, Mahatriphala ghrita Ashchyotana and internal medications. There was a significant relief in signs and symptoms after Ayurveda treatment.

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