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The review aims to explore Kasa as a respiratory disorder in Ayurveda and its relationship with acute bronchitis in children.

February 19, 2026Open Access

Ayurvedic Perspective of Kasa (Acute Bronchitis) in Children With Special Reference to Dhanyaka, Sita and Tandulodhaka - A Review

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The review aims to explore Kasa as a respiratory disorder in Ayurveda and its relationship with acute bronchitis in children.
Reviewed Ayurvedic texts describing Kasa and its pathophysiology.
Explored dietary and therapeutic measures including Dhanyaka, Sita, and Tandulodaka.
Correlated findings with contemporary understanding of acute bronchitis.
Kasa is primarily influenced by Vata and Kapha Dosha according to Ayurvedic principles.
Dhanyaka, Sita, and Tandulodaka exhibit beneficial properties for managing acute bronchitis symptoms.
Ayurvedic treatments can complement conventional therapies for respiratory issues in children.

Abstract

Kasa is a commonly encountered respiratory disorder described in Ayurvedic classics and frequently observed in pediatric practice. Acute bronchitis, a common lower respiratory tract infection in children, presents primarily with cough and associated symptoms. Ayurveda explains Kasa as a disorder of Pranavaha Srotas involving mainly Vata and Kapha Dosha. Dhanyaka (Coriandrum sativum), Sita (Saccharum officinarum) and Tandulodaka are simple dietary and therapeutic measures described in Ayurveda with Tridoshanut, deepana, pachana and soothing properties. This review aims to analyze Kasa from an Ayurvedic perspective and correlate it with acute bronchitis in children, highlighting the therapeutic importance of Dhanyaka, Sita and Tandulodhaka.

Ayurvedic Perspective of Kasa (Acute Bronchitis) in Children With Special Reference to Dhanyaka, Sita and Tandulodhaka - A Review

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