Efficacy of Classical Siddha Formulations in the treatment of Peru Manjal Noi w.s.r to Jaundice

Abstract

Background: Jaundice (Icterus) is a condition in which there is retention of bile pigments in the tissues as a result of liver disease, biliary obstruction, haemolysis or combination of all. In Yugi Vaithiya Chinthamani Jaundice can be correlated with Peru Manjal Noi with yellowish discolouration of urine, eyes, tongue, and body. Classical Siddha formulations were used in this study to reduce the biliary load, progression of disease as well as to provide symptomatic relief. Case presentation: A 52 years old male patient visited Outpatient department of Siddha Clinical Research Unit, Palayamkottai with the following complaints of Generalized weakness,Loss of appetite,Nausea on and off, Abdominal pain on and off, Yellowish discolouration of skin and eyes, Yellowish discolouration of urine since 15 days. Conclusion: Symptomatic relief was observed within 7 days of treatment and biochemical changes were observed within 16 days of treatment. A further randomized controlled clinical study has to be carried out to validate this study.