An open label randomized controlled clinical study on the evaluation of efficacy of Masuradi Ghrita Tarpana with Ocular Exercises in the management of Prathama Patalagatatimira, Simple Myopia

Prathama Patalagata Timira is characterized by Avyakta Darshana (gradual and painless vision deterioration).When observing the different symptoms associated with this condition, Prathama Patalagata Timira can be correlated to Simple Myopia. Myopia  or  shortsightedness  is  a  type  of refractive   error   in   which   parallel   rays   of   light coming  from  infinity  are focused  in  front  of  the retina  when  accommodation  is  at  rest.This results in Blurring of near vision, Headache, Watering of Eyes and Eye Strain. Treatments that are available for simple myopia include spectacle lenses, contact lenses, and pharmaceutical agents. Currently there is no medication available to safeguard the eyesight of individuals with Myopia, nor is there any formulation indicated for maintaining the overall health of the eyes. Surgical interventions come with inherent risks and potential complications, aside from being financially burdensome. On the other hand, Ayurveda has the concept of Chakshushya Dravya which constitutes drugs that maintain the healthy state of eyes and to treat their pathological condition. Also topical ophthalmic therapeutic procedures for eye disorders are described under the term "Kriyakalpa" among which Tarpana is indicated in Timira, and many Ghritas are mentioned for the same. Triphala Ghrita is Chakshushya and Sarva Timirahara according to Acharya Vagbhatta. Masuradi Ghrita is said to be Timirahara by Vangasena and is conducive to all types of Timira. Thus, present research is being undertaken to scientifically study and validate the effect of Masuradi Ghrita Tarpana in comparision with Triphala Ghrita Tarpana with Ocular Exercises in Prathama Patalagata Timira (Simple Myopia).