• Dr. Amol Bhausaheb Avhad
• Dr. Kishor M. Waghmare

Karshya is the widest spreading health problem in developing countries. Underweight or emaciation is a possible condition which may be correlated with Karshya. The present study was undertaken to know the karshya chikitsa siddhant for the management of Karshya. Chikitsa Siddhanta (basic fundamental principles) which are involved in treatment of the diseases are very important in any pathy. Ayurveda is a science known for its principles. It has stood the test of time owing to its treatment principles. It could guide a physician, to choose the various aspects of treatment like various methods, any type of drugs given etc. Panchakarma is one of the effective tools of Ayurveda, that combat diseases and also to promote health of an individual. Thus, it becomes very important to understand the principles and Dosha predominace concerned with relations to various Panchakarma procedures for this disease. This article aims at understanding some of the most important principles for the management of Karshya.

Panchakarma, Chikitsa, Siddhanta, Principles, karshya chikitsa

"A review of Chikitsa Siddhanta (Fundamental Principles of Treatment) of Karshya (Underweight)", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 5, page no.h604-h607, May-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2405777.pdf

"A review of Chikitsa Siddhanta (Fundamental Principles of Treatment) of Karshya (Underweight)", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 5, page no. pph604-h607, May-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2405777.pdf