Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute-Gampaha: Recent submissions

  • Analysis of the properties of Tamalakyadi Kvatha: a critique. 
    Ranasinghe, R.L.D.S.; Ediriweera, E.R.H.S.S. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Tamalakyadi Kvatha is one of the popular decoctions among Ayurveda physicians. It is commonly used for ailments such as Peenasa, Arsha, Shwasa, Kasa and Agnimandya. This comprehensive overview is a step towards analysing ...
  • A survey study on Computer Vision Syndrome. Salakya Sandipani, 
    Karunarathna, W.D.C.K.; Balasooriya, M.G.D.N.; Karandugoda, K.K.I.E. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Computer Vision Syndrome is one among the life style disorders which is related to prolonged use of computer, tablet PC, e-reader and mobile phones. There are several guidelines to be followed in using these devices. ...
  • Nagaradi Modaka in the management of hemorrhoids: rationality from Ayurvedic perspective 
    Pushpakumara, A.A.J.; Willamuna, S.M.S.K. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Hemorrhoid is a disease, which torments people both physically and mentally, even disturbing their day-to-day activities. According to the WHO, 60 – 65% of the world population suffers from hemorrhoids, regardless of age ...
  • Review of Akshiprasadana Ahara Viharana: a conceptual study. 
    Madhushani, N.V.P.S.; Alahakoon, D.B.G.S. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    In today's world not only the elders but also young people are affected by vision problems. According to Ayurveda philosophy, Drishtidosha or the failing vision is believed to result from the local Doshas deranged and ...
  • A comparative clinical study on Nishādi Lepa and Nirgundi Saptaparni Lepa in the management of Stana Vidradhi. 
    Kumara, G.U.A.; Pushpakumari, W.L.A.R.S. (Department of Marketing Management, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    A breast abscess is a painful collection of pus that forms in the breast. Most abscesses develop just under the skin and are caused by a bacterial infection. Breast abscesses are painful, swollen lumps that may also be ...
  • Efficacy of Lakshadi Lepa on controlling mild acne. 
    Saranga, R.G.S. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    In the young age both girls and boys are mostly affected by acne. According to Ayurveda, young age can be described as Pitta Pramukha duration. Cosmetics and acne care treatments are invented every day, but most are not ...
  • A literature based study on Jātipatrādi Gandūsha for Mukhapāka 
    Jayasiri, S.A.U.S.K.; Jayasinghe, J.M.P.R.K. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Gandūsha is a procedure of holding the medicinal decoction, or liquid or oil in the buccal cavity for certain period without movements and an effective method of treating the diseases of oral mucosa, gums, tongue and ...
  • Verification of botanical source of Arimeda: a textual based study . 
    Samanweera, W.G.N.S.; Jayakody, J.T.R. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Arimedadi Taila is one of the Ayurvedic medicines used for a wide range of oral and dental diseases and named after the main ingredient Arimeda. The original formula of this oil is mentioned in Chakradatta and has later ...
  • A Siddha polyherbal formulation Neerkovai Mathirai: a review 
    Mithurendran, B.; Niruba, K. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    The role of Siddha medicine is crucial due to its increasing acceptance by scientic medical community. This change in trend is owing to the surge in complementary and alternative medical research for obvious reasons of ...
  • Eye complications of Amavata and its management. 
    Maragalawaththa, M.G.K.; Goyal, M.; Chudasama, K.; Jadav, R.K. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Amavata is a disease caused by undigested food particles (Ama) due to improper function of Agni at different levels. This Ama, associating itself with Vata, moves quickly towards different seats of Kapha in the body ...
  • Review of Chakshushya Aahar Dravya 
    Virkar, C.; Virkar, S. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Changes in life style and dietary habits have resulted in many eye disorders in the present era. Hence preservation of ocular health and prevention of ocular disorders have become essential. As per Ayurveda, Aahar (diet) ...
  • Therapeutic effects of Yoga on the diseases of Śālākyatantra 
    Kumara, G.U.A.; Karunaratne, H.K.B.M.S. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Yoga, a philosophy in ancient India, is effective in maintaining health and curing diseases. This literature survey based on Hatha Yoga Pradipika was carried out in order to identify the therapeutic effect of Yoga on ...
  • Scope and role of dietary and daily regimen in prevention of life style eye disorders: a literature study. 
    Rathnayaka, R.L.Y.U.; Vaghela, D.B.; Chudasama, K. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Ayurveda is a holistic healing science that emphasizes the importance of healthy lifestyle in preventing disease. Faulty lifestyle (diet and behavior) are major factors leading to many diseases. Smoking cigarette, tobacco, ...
  • Ayurvedic perspective of the relationship between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease 
    Sadungama, M.K.N.G.; Madushani, P.U. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Periodontal disease is one of the diseases of mouth region, which is also known as ''gum disease'' and in Ayurveda it falls into the category of ''Dantamoolagata roga''. Periodontal diseases are infections of the structures ...
  • Evaluation of anti–oxidant properties of a traditional formulae (JB Kalka). 
    Shifra, A.S.F.; Gunasekara, G.V.M.T.D.; Kularathna, M.D.C.N.; Cooray, P.L.J.U.D.; Perera, H.M.P.; Fernando, S.H.S.; Sadungama, M.K.N.G.; Thilakarathna, B.S.D.; Kuruppuarachi, S.N.; Kuruppuarachi, S.N.; Saranya, U.; Rishad, Y.M.; Kaluthotage, S.; Kularathne, D.A.B.H.; Umayanagni, L.H.S. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Cancer is a group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade to other parts of the body. In Ayurveda, cancer is dened in the term Arbuda, which is categorized by big, deep seated, immovable, ...
  • Unani concept of diabetes: a review. 
    Nasmeer, M.S.M.; Mawjood, A.H.M.; Rifaee, M.M.M.; Rizniya, M.N.F. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Non-healing diabetic wound is the most dreadful complication among diabetic patients which causes amputation and thus leads to permanent disabilities. Most of the diabetic wound might end in amputation. The word “diabetes” ...
  • A Siddha review of fi stula. 
    Tharshanodayan, N.J.Q.; Rohini, P. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Fistulas were formerly associated with considerable mortality rates. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that there are 50,000-100,000 new cases of stulas every year. The three humours maintain the upkeep of ...
  • A study of pharmacodynamical action of facial skin care herbs: a review. 
    Sivagowri, S. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Facial skin, an important and prominent part of the human body, is affected by internal and external causes. Traditional medical practitioners widely use herbs either single or in combination with several herbs. Some ...
  • Chakshushya Dravya guidelines for health promotion of eyes. 
    Ramteke, R.B.; Vaijwade, A.P. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Various Chakshushya Dravyas have been described in Ayurvedic literature both in Bruhatrayi and Laghutrayi. Bhavprakash Nighantu is one among these Samhitas of Laghutrayi. This Bhavprakash Nighantu mainly deals with ...

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