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Katupila (Securinega leucopyrus) as a potential option for diabetic wound management

Authors

  • Ahamed Ajmeer Department of Shalyatantra, Institute of Postgraduate Teaching & Research in Ayurveda, Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar, Gujarat, India
  • Tukaram Dudhamal Department of Shalyatantra, Institute of Postgraduate Teaching & Research in Ayurveda, Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar, Gujarat, India
  • Sanjay Gupta Department of Shalyatantra, Institute of Postgraduate Teaching & Research in Ayurveda, Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar, Gujarat, India
  • Vyasdeva Mahanta Department of Shalyatantra, Institute of Postgraduate Teaching & Research in Ayurveda, Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar, Gujarat, India

Keywords:

Diabetic wound, Dushta Vrana, Katupila, Securinega leucopyrus

Abstract

In acute and chronic wounds, Katupila (Securinega leucopyrus) (Willd.) Muell is a commonly used folklore remedy in Sri Lanka and Saurashtra region of India. We report a case of Madhumehajanya Dushta Vrana (chronic diabetic wound) that was treated with local application of S. leucopyrus in paste form once daily. Wound healed within a month with normal pigmentation and minimal scar. This case also demonstrated possible antimicrobial potential in the treatment of Dushta Vrana. Keywords: Diabetic wound, Dushta Vrana, Katupila, Securinega leucopyrus

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