An Open Randomized Control Clinical Trial TO Evaluate The Efficacy Of Aragvadhadi Kwath Yonidhavan In Kaphaj Yonivyapad With Special Reference To Vulvovaginal Candidiasis

In Ayurveda, a dedicated section on women’s health uses the term Yoni vyapad to encompass most gynecological disorder. 20 Yonirogas (Vinshati Yonivyapad) described in Ayurveda samhita by different Acharyas. Kaphaj Yonivyapad is one among them having Yonigata Shwetstrav, Yoni kandu and alpa yonivedana as Pradhan lakshan.

Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), one of the most widespread fungal infections among women of reproductive age, is most often caused by Candida albicans. In India, an estimated 30% of women have vaginal candidiasis. It is characterized by symptoms like vaginal itching, white curd-like discharge, erythema and discomfort, significantly impacting the quality of life. Most antifungal regimen treatments are available for vaginal candidiasis can but have chance of side effects as well as recurrences.

The drug Aragvadha, Nimb & karanj having properties Kaphashamak, Kandughana, Krimighana, Stambhak Vranaropak, Antiseptic. Because of these properties it helps to overcome the symptoms of Kaphaj Yonivyapad by increasing local immunity and prevent recurrence of symptoms in patients.