The Kshudra kustha type of Vicharchika is a common problem for Ayurvedic pediatric OPDs. This type of Vicharchika is characterized by the symptoms Kandu (itching), Srava (discharge), Pidaka (vesicles) and Shyava Varna (discoloration). Vata involvement is the cause of dry, blackish eczema lesions, Kapha involvement is the cause of itching in the affected areas and Pitta involvement is the cause of Srava. Vicharchika and eczema are more similar than not. At various points in the management of Kustha, the traditional texts of Ayurveda emphasize Shodhana and Shamana therapy as a treatment option. In children, Shamana treatment is preferable to Shodhana treatment. A clinical study was carried out with both inclusive and exclusive criteria to determine the efficacy of Durvadya Taila and Laghu Manjisthadi Kwatha in Vicharchika in children aged 5 to 16 years. For 45 days, patients received two doses of LaghuManjisthadi Kwatha and an external application of Durvadya Taila. After 15 days, they were contacted for follow-up care. The majority of patients (86.67 percent) in a group of 30 experienced significant improvement, 6.7% experienced complete remission and 6.67 percent experienced mild improvement. According to the clinical investigation, Durvadya Taila and Laghu Manjisthadi Kwatha are, without a doubt, safe and effective for treating Vicharchika in children.
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