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Severe Dry Eye Disease Managed with Ayurvedic Protocol: A Clinical Narrative

Author(s) Dr. GARGI MOHAN P, Dr. D K PAWAR
Country India
Abstract INTRODUCTION: Dry eye is a multifactorial disease of the ocular surface.The prevalence of dry eye disease (DED) in India is higher than the global average, ranging from 18.4% to 54.3%. The prevalence of DED in India has been increasing over time, from 29.25% in 2010 to 46.71% in 2016 and 54.3% in the current period. In Ayurveda, On the basis of signs and symptoms it can be correlated with Shushkaakshipaka. MATERIALS AND METHODS : A 50yrs old female patient presented with complaints of dryness in both eyes, foreign body and burning sensation in both eyes RE> LE since 3 months. Through examinations she was diagnosed with severe dryness of eyes. She underwent Ayurvedic management like Kostasodana with Erendabrista hareetaki, Seka with Yastimadhu and Lodhra Kashaya, Samana Snehapana with Mahatraiphala Ghrita, Nasya with Anutaila and Tarpana with Mahatraiphala Ghrita . OBSERVATION AND RESULT: After successful completion of treatment, the patient had marked improvement in dryness, foreign body sensation, burning sensation of eyes. Schirmer’1 test and tear film breakup time in both eyes showed improvement than before. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION: The Ayurveda protocol encompassing Vatapitta Shamana line of treatment was found to be effective in severe dry eye disease.
Keywords Shushkaakshipaka, Dry Eye Disease, Seka, Nasya, Tarpana
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 7, Issue 6, November-December 2025
Published On 2025-12-11
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i06.62999
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