Role of the ayurvedic immunomodulators in pediatric practice

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Balyawastha is a very crucial period of development as it is a phase of the physical, mental and emotional development of the child. Children being a vulnerable group are easily exposed to various pathogens and affected badly and this early exposure can affect whole life and sometimes results in chronic disorders, so the development of a strong immune system is a need of the hour. Due to the increasing rate of occurrence of infectious diseases like covid- 19 it is necessary to increase resistance towards disease and for that immunomodulators are considered as one of the most potent tools. According to Ayurveda Vyadhikshamatva is nothing but the ability for vyadhibalavirodhitwam (to antagonize the virulence of disease) and vyadhipratibandhakatvam (for prevention of disease). For vyadhikshamatva balance between Tejas (metabolic activity at the cellular level) Ojas (immune form at the cellular level) and Prana (flow of communication) is required. In Ayurvedic practice objective of immune enhancement is achieved through the use of Rasayan and Vajikaran therapy following acharrasayan measures and also by ojovardhaka remedies. Rasayan therapy acts at various levels such as Jathragni , Dhatwagni , and Srotas level so stimulate Oja and bala thus ultimately enhancing immunity. In Ayurveda, special formulations like Lehan and Swarnaprashan are described which helps in the growth and development of children by increasing absorption of nutrients and protection from various diseases. Keywords: Immunomodulators, Vyadhikshamatva,Rasayan , Lehan , Swarnaprashan INTERNATIONAL AYURVEDIC MEDICAL JOURNAL Madhavi Deodas