February 2026 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” In this randomized open-label clinical trial, researchers found that regular application of Bhringarajadi Taila significantly improved hair fall and scalp condition in patients with Khalitya (alopecia), with 62.5% of participants experiencing moderate to remarkable improvement after 30 days of treatment.
March 2022 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” This case study describes the successful management of alopecia areata in an 18-year-old female patient using Shaman Aushadhi.
June 2021 in “International Ayurvedic Medical Journal” In this source, a case of a female patient with indralupta (alopecia areata) was successfully treated using Ayurvedic methods, specifically jaluaka, haridra, and nimbalepa, suggesting an effective alternative to corticosteroids, which have harmful side effects and are unsuitable for long-term use.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science” This article discusses the similarities between alopecia areata and Indralupta in Ayurveda and reports no new clinical results, highlighting traditional and modern management approaches for the condition.
August 2020 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy” This article discusses the use of Maltadya tail for treating forms of alopecia in Ayurvedic medicine but presents no clinical results, emphasizing the oil's potential scalp and hair health benefits.
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October 2023 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” This article discusses the potential benefits of decade-wise Rasayana therapy in enhancing female reproductive health by addressing various life stages, from pre-menarche to post-menopause, and draws from traditional and contemporary sources to conceptualize its importance.
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February 2023 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” In a single case study, a 12-year-old boy with alopecia areata experienced hair regrowth within 15 days of Ayurveda treatment, specifically nasya karma with Anu taila and shamana chikitsa over 60 days, with no adverse effects observed.
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April 2022 in “International journal of Ayurveda and pharma research” This case study reports on an Ayurvedic treatment approach for a 22-year-old woman with Polycystic Ovarian Disease showing symptomatic relief and improvements in ultrasound findings.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This case study suggests that palash basti, a form of Ayurvedic treatment, may effectively manage polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome by improving menstrual regularity and hormonal balance, though further studies are needed.
January 2026 in “AYUSHDHARA” This study compared two Ayurvedic treatments for alopecia and found that applying Chirabilwa Lepa after Prachanna led to significantly better improvement in hair regrowth than using Gunja Lepa after Prachanna among the 60 patients studied.
January 2026 in “International journal of Indian medicine” This review discusses the use of Bibhitaki Taila Nasya and Shiroabhyanga in Ayurvedic treatment for hair fall, reporting no new clinical results.
January 2024 in “International Ayurvedic medical journal” This study explores how Ayurveda concepts, specifically Prakruti, relate to male pattern baldness, suggesting that individual constitutional types may predict susceptibility to earlier hair loss when influenced by modern lifestyle factors.
December 2023 in “Journal of ayurveda and integrated medical sciences” In this case study, a 17-year-old male with patchy hair loss (Indralupta) experienced significant symptom relief after treatment with Pracchanna Karma and Maricha Lepa, suggesting the therapy was effective and economical within a short duration.
August 2023 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” This analysis explored Ayurveda's approach to addressing hair fall, emphasizing the use of herbs and lifestyle modifications for prevention and regrowth, and critically examined classical Ayurvedic concepts related to causation and treatment of hair loss.
February 2024 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” In this case study, researchers observed that Ayurvedic treatments, specifically Praccahnna and Tikta Patola patra swarasa Lepa, improved symptoms of alopecia areata, such as reducing patch size and hair fall.
January 2020 in “International Research Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga” In this study, Ayurvedic treatment including Pracchan karma, Siro lepa, and Samana chikista over four months resolved symptoms of Alopecia Areata in a woman who maintained improvement one year post-treatment.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review correlates Indralupta, described in Ayurveda, with modern Alopecia Areata, elaborating on its disease progression and pathogenesis involving Tridosha imbalance, primarily Pitta and Vata, and Rakta dushti, for a better understanding of intervention approaches.
November 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This study focused on treating 'Indralupta' or alopecia areata using Ayurvedic methods such as Prachanna Karma, finding it promising for improving perifollicular vascularization and addressing hair loss attributed to vitiated Rakta as defined by traditional texts.
November 2024 in “International Journal Of Ayurvedic And Herbal Medicine” In this case report, a 25-year-old male with patchy hair loss showed marked symptomatic improvement following an Ayurvedic treatment regimen at SDM Ayurveda Hospital, supporting Ayurveda's potential effectiveness in managing Indralupta, akin to Alopecia areata.
This review explores the Ayurvedic perspective of Indralupta, linked to Alopecia areata in modern medicine, highlighting disease progression through Tridosha imbalance and comparing it with contemporary understanding of Alopecia's pathogenesis.
This case study reported that Ayurvedic treatment using Pracchana and Bibhitaki Lepa significantly improved symptoms of alopecia areata in a 41-year-old woman, reducing patch size and hair fall.
July 2017 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” This study reported that Ayurvedic treatment involving the internal administration of Vidangarishta, Krimikutararasa, and Shatavari Guda, alongside external papaya exudate application, led to significant, rapid, and lasting improvements in alopecia areata in a week-long trial.
May 2026 in “International Research Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga” This review explores the Charaka samhita's concept of Ashtanindita purusha, identifying eight physical constitutions traditionally regarded as undesirable due to their association with various diseases, and aims to correlate these with contemporary genetic, endocrinological, and metabolic disorders.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report observed that an integrated Shodhana-Shamana treatment protocol effectively managed treatment-resistant Ekakustha (plaque psoriasis), resulting in complete symptom resolution and no relapse at follow-up.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” In this study, an 18-year-old female with vitiligo underwent Pracchana Karma and Ayurvedic treatments, resulting in progressive skin re-pigmentation and improved quality of life without adverse effects.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Advances in Medicine” In this case study, a 28-year-old male with alopecia areata, described as indralupta in Ayurveda, experienced significant hair regrowth on the scalp following four months of ayurvedic Samana therapy and a specific diet regimen.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” This case report describes an 18-year-old female with alopecia areata who experienced hair regrowth within seven days following Prachana Vidhi treatment in an Ayurvedic setting, suggesting this approach may offer effective results for patchy hair loss.
July 2022 in “Journal of bio innovation” This article discusses the role of Panchakarma, a set of five Ayurvedic therapies, in detoxifying the body, as described in traditional Ayurvedic texts.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report describes a 33-year-old male with treatment-resistant psoriasis who experienced complete resolution of symptoms and hair regrowth after following an integrated Shodhana-Shamana chikitsa regimen, with no relapse noted at follow-up, suggesting its potential for sustainable Ekakustha management.
June 2022 in “Asian Pacific journal of health sciences” This study reports a case of Indralupta (Alopecia Areata) successfully treated using Ayurvedic methods including Prachhan karma, Lepa, and Shirodhara, offering an alternative to conventional treatments like minoxidil and steroids, which may have adverse effects.