An Open Randomised Comparative Clinical Study of Shrungaveradi Lepa and Edgajadi Lepa in the Management of Dadru Kushtha with Special Reference to Tinea Corporis.

The primary purpose of this open randomizedcomparative clinical study is to evaluate and compare the efficacy ofShrungaveradi Lepa and Edgajadi Lepa in the management of Dadru Kushtha - TineaCorporis, a superficial fungal infection of the skin characterized by itching-kandu, redness -raga, eruptions - pidaka, and raised patches -udgat mandala.According to Ayurveda, Dadru is classified under Kushtha and is associated withKapha and Pitta dosha imbalances, affecting the skin, blood, muscle, and lymphtissues. In contemporary understanding, Tinea Corporis is a dermatophyteinfection commonly affecting adults, especially those exposed to warm, moistconditions. The study involves a total of 72 patients, divided equally into twogroups 36 each, with a treatment duration of 21 days. Each formulation isapplied locally at a dose of 200 mg per square cm twice daily. The primaryhypothesis states that both Shrungaveradi Lepa and Edgajadi Lepa are equallyeffective, however secondary hypotheses explore whether one may be superior.The study aims to scientifically validate the traditional Ayurvedic topicaltherapy, offering a potential evidence-based alternative for managingsuperficial fungal infections.