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@article{183546,
        author = {Dr Anjali and Dr. Vijayalaxmi M},
        title = {CLINICAL STUDY TO EVALUATE THE EFFECT OF ORAL ADMINISTRATION OF TULASI ARKA ON PRATISHYAYA (RHINITIS) IN CHILDREN},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {3},
        pages = {1875-1880},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=183546},
        abstract = {Pratishyaya is one of the most common disorders of children known for its recurrence and chronicity. It could lead to complications such as Kasa, Shwasa,         Kshaya if not managed in time. The recurrence of this disease can be attributed to lower level of immunity in children due to Asampurna Bala. Tulasi had been selected in the present study on the basis of its indication in Pratishyaya as mentioned Astanga Hridaya in Sursadi Gana. Considering the aspect of palatability and acceptability of the medicine in children, the medicine was planned to be administered orally in Arka form. Tulasi is having Katu-Tikta Rasa, Katu Vipaka, Ushna Virya and Laghu-Ruksha Guna. Hence pacifies the Vata and Kaphadosha which are the predominant dosha in Pratishyaya. The oral administration of Tulasi Arka may causes Vilayana of Kapha due to the Vyavayi and Vikasi Guna of Arka.
To Evaluate the Effect of Oral Administration of Tulasi Arka on Pratishyaya (Rhinitis) in Children (2-6 years). 37 children between the age group of two to six years were taken for the study. Tulasi Arka was administered orally 3 ml (2-4 years), 5 ml (4-6 years) thrice a day for 7 days. Response of Drug compound were assessed on 0th, 4th and 8th day. Follow-up assessment was done on 14th day. Statistically significant results were seen in subjective parameters such as         Nasa srava, Kshavathu, Ghranavarodha, Nasagrapaaka, Aruchi. During follow up period even though few children had some of symptoms, but intensity was reduced compared to that of before treatment. Tulasi Arka given orally for continuous seven days found to be                 effective on Pratishyaya and its recurrence.},
        keywords = {Tulasi Arka; Pratishyaya; Children; Rhinitis.},
        month = {August},
        }