Testing the effect of Kumkumadi face cream enriched with Shankha Bhasma in people with Acne

A Pharmaceutical and Clinical Study of Kumkumadi Face Cream Enriched with Shankha Bhasma in Mukhadushika with Special Reference to Acne Vulgaris - NIL

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Phase 2

Study type

Interventional

Source

CTRI

Registry ID

CTRI/2025/11/097621

Enrollment

Registered

2025-11-18

Start date

Unknown

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2025-12-08

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Conditions

Health Condition 1: L700- Acne vulgaris

Interventions

None listed

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: The study includes patients aged 15-35 years having pidika as a classical symptom of Mukhadushika irrespective of gender, caste and socioeconomic status. Mild to moderate cases with no recent use of any acne medications (Antibiotics, Creams, Steroids, Hormonal therapy) are chosen for the research to avoid confounding effects.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: Patients with Pidika appearing on parts of the body other than face, as well as those with other skin conditions such as Kshudraroga and Kustharoga, or acne caused by side effects of previously applied drugs, were not included in the study. Individuals with comedonal acne or excessively oily skin and patients below 15 years and above 35 years of age were also excluded.

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
Improvement in AcneTimepoint: 15th day, 30th day. 2 follow up at an interval of 15 days after completion of trial at 45th day and 60th day	—

Secondary

Measure	Time frame
Complete relief from AcneTimepoint: 60 days	—

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactDr Manish Mishra

Government PG Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Chaukaghat, Varanasi Uttar Pradesh, 221001

drankitg01@gmail.com9532016160

Outcome results