In Ayurveda all the Skin disorders are explained under Kustharogaadhikarand classified as 7 Mahakusthasand 11Kshudrakusthas .Kitibhakustha and Ekakustha are among the KshudraKusthas. Kitibhakusthais characterized by symptoms like Shyavam( blackish brown/ash colour lesions), kina Rauksham (hard and dry in nature), Kharasparsha(rough on touch), ugrakandu(excessive itching) and Ekakustha have symptoms like aswedanam(loss of sweating), mahavastu(covering of large surface areas ), matsyashakalopam(scaly lesions ) with predominance of vata and kaphadoshas in both.Due to similarities in symptoms it can be correlated to Plaque Psoriasis. It is chronic in nature and mainly caused due to autoimmune factor characterized by sharply defined erythematous squamous lesion, reddish scaly patches on the skin. AcharyaCharak has indicated repeated shodhanaand shaman chikitsa for kustha.Inbahyachikitsaapplication of various tailsand lepas are described. Thus the aim of the study is to review and discuss various external applications described in Psoriasis as per Ayurveda.Methodology- The classical texts of Ayurveda and modern medicine, Journals and Research articles were reviewed. Observations and Discussion- In the study following formulations like Dhatrayadhyolepa, Kutajasuryapakitaila, Karanjabeejataila showed significant result in reducing the symptoms of Psoriasis .Conclusion- Psoriasis(kustha)can be managed effectively by Lepachikitsathat is local application of various medicated herbs in form of lepa, and tails.

Background: Medoroga is a condition in which there is an excessive accumulation of Meda  Dhatu in the body. Accumulation of Medo Dhatu in different parts of the body causes blockage of Strotsa which ultimately leads to poor nourishment of other Dhathus. Lack of exercise and Kaphavardhak Ahar Viharar are the two main causes of Medoroga. In modern times, the way of life has changed drastically to quick nourishments and inactive tendencies throughout the world. Because of these factors, the accumulation of Meda Dhatu happens immensely. In Ayurveda, dyslipidemia is considered under Medoroga. Dyslipidemia is an emerging serious health abnormality associated with co-morbidities including CVD that continues to be the leading cause of death worldwide. It is characterized by an increase in cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL levels, and a decrease in HDL levels. Aim and Objectives: This review are conducted with the aim to study the various formulations and drugs described for Medoroga (Dyslipidemia) as Shaman Chikitsa in Ayurveda. Materials and Methods: The classical texts of Ayurveda and modern medicine, Journals, and Research articles from Google Scholar, Pubmed, etc were selected for the study. Observations and Discussion: The research studies conducted on guggul formulations, Arogyavardhinivati, Triphala, Trikatu, Arjun, and Yava showed significant improvement in lipid levels which may be due to their Katu, Kashaya Rasa, Ushna, Teekshna Guna and Lekhana, Deepana, Pachana properties that help in reducing aggravated Kapha and Meda. Conclusion: Dyslipidemia can be effectively managed with various formulations given in Ayurveda.