An observational study to evaluate the efficacy of Saha Ashwagandhadi Taila Nasya and Balashatavaryadi Ghrita Tarpana in Prathama Patalagata Timira with special reference to Simple Myopia

Abstract

Introduction: Prathama Patalagata Timira is one of the stages of Timira which is a Drishtigata Roga and can be correlated to Simple Myopia with the characteristic symptom of blurred vision for distant objects. This disease is said to be physiological and become the major health concern. It is the common cause of ocular morbidity that may ultimately lead to blindness as explained by Vagbhatacharya. Objectives: The objectives of the study are to evaluate efficacy of Nasya and Tarpana in relieving Myopia & Asthenopic symptoms such as head ache, eye strain, watering of the eyes. Methods: 30 patients fulfilling the inclusion criteria of simple myopia were randomly selected. Nasya with Saha Ashwagandhadi taila for 7 days then from 8th day Tarpana with Balashatavaryadi Ghrita was done for 7 days, followed by 2 follow-ups. Results: The overall assessment was done before treatment, on 15^th day, 30^th day and 44^th day. Conclusion: Nasya has role in improving vision where as Tarpana relieves asthenopic symptoms as well as improves vision.