Shittapitta is a commonly occurring skin condition characterized by itching, redness and irritation. In Ayurveda, Bahirparimarjana Chikitsa including Lepa, is commonly employed for its quick relief of local symptoms. The present study is aimed to prepare Shittapitta Shamana Lepa, a herbo-mineral formulation described in Rasa Tarangini, with special reference to Shittapitta. Shittapitta Shamana lepa contains Shuddha Swarna Gairika and Haridra. The pharmaceutical procedure adopted in the study are Shodhana, Churna Nirmana and preparation of Shittapitta Shamana Lepa. The prepared formulation evaluated based on its organoleptic characteristics like appearance, colour, odour and texture. The formulation exhibits desirable organoleptic characteristics. This study highlights the importance of pharmaceutical processing in ensuring safety, quality and efficacy of traditional Ayurvedic formulations.
Dr. Ch. Sridurga2 Dr. Purva Talajiya1* (Mon,) studied this question.
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