Abstract

*Dr. Amruta A. Jagtap and Dr. Vijay G. Patrik

ABSTRACT

Thrombocytopenia is clinically defined as a condition in which platelet count is less than 150,000/ µ L. Various reasons are responsible for the condition like decreased platelet production, increased destruction or sequestration of the platelets. The clinical expression of Thrombocytopenia has broad variation from asymptomatic to life threatening bleeding. Multifarious researches in different streams of science are done, to understand and to counter Thromocytopenia. Ayurveda has thrown light on various aspects of pathogenesis, symptomatology and treatment of this ailment. Amalaki is the most revered medicine in Ayurveda. Every Samhita has mentioned its benefits in variety of ailments. This article is an attempt to critically study Amalaki's usefulness in Raktapitta; a condition which can be compared with Thrombocytopenia. The probable mode of action of Amalaki in the management of Thrombocytopenia is postulated according to the actions of its constituents and theories explained in Ayurveda.