TITLE OF STUDY
“RANDOMIZED OPEN LABELLED PROSPECTIVE COMPARATIVE PHARMACO-CLINICAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFICACY OF SHATAHVA (ANETHUM GRAVEOLENS L.) TOPICALLY IN THE REDUCTION OF VALI –WRINKLE WITH AND WITHOUT ORAL DOSAGE FORMâ€
Background and Trial purpose of study:
Wrinkle, a major symptom of skin aging is a slow process that is linked to the loss of several basic skin characteristics like loss of skin elasticity and hydration. An inclusive approach targeting homeostasis internally as well as externally is needed in imparting anti-aging attributes. The Synthetic antioxidants damage the liver and other organs due to their toxic effects.
Therefore, the preparation of new effective natural antioxidant to rejuvenate the skin is very important and it is imperative to find a ubiquitous and inexpensive natural extract that can be used as an active ingredient.
In this study, Shatahva (Anethum graveolens L.) oral and Topical application is used. The phyto-pharmacological works on Shatahva (Anethum graveolens L.) have been widely explored and is known to have Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, and nutrient-rich properties suggesting its potential in promoting skin health and supporting collagen metabolism.
AIM & OBJECTIVES
AIM:
· To compare the efficacy of Shatahva (Anethum graveolens L.) Topically in the management of Vali –Wrinkle with and without oral dosage form.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVES:
· To determine the comparative impact between oral and topical application with topical application of Shatahva (Anethum graveolens L.) in the reduction of signs of ageing and tracking the improvement with reference to Vali (wrinkle) in comparison to baseline.
SECONDARY OBJECTIVES:
· To conduct Pharmacognostical analysis of the dosage form of Shatahva and to understand probable pharmacological action in Ayurveda and conventional medicine.
· To assess the safety and acceptance of the test product, in comparison to baseline.
· To critically review relevant literature on Shatahva, Vali, wrinkle from available Ayurveda classical texts as well as modern texts.
RESEARCH QUESTION AND HYPOTHESIS
RESEARCH QUESTION:
· Is there any significant difference between the efficacy of oral and topical application over topical application of Shatahva (Anethum graveolens L.) in improving outcome of Vali (wrinkle)?
HYPOTHESIS:
NULL HYPOTHESIS (H0):
· There is no significant difference in the efficacy of Shatahva used Combined oral and topical with topical application in the management of vali (wrinkle).
ALTERNATIVE HYPOTHESIS (H1):
· There is a significant difference in the efficacy of Shatahva used Combined oral and topical with topical application in the management of vali (wrinkle).
METHODOLOGY
Source of Patients – Healthy Volunteers willing to give consent will be enrolled for the study. Population for the study will be identified from those attending OPD & IPD of D.Y. Patil College, School of Ayurveda & Hospital and those willing for informed consent will be enrolled in the study.
ETHICAL CLEARANCE: Ethical clearance will be taken from ethical committee of D. Y. Patil Ayurvedic Hospital. Nerul.
TYPE OF STUDY: Interventional Clinical study
STUDY DESIGN: Double Arm Open prospective Randomized clinical Study.
SAMPLE SIZE – 100
WRITTEN AND INFORMED CONSENT: Before taking part in the study, volunteers will be asked for written agreement in a language they can understand, and volunteers will be informed about the investigation.
FOLLOW UP: Clinical Assessment will be done with baseline investigation and monthly primary outcome will be observed for 3 months.
COLLECTION OF MATERIAL: The entire Shatahva plant will be cultivated and Procured from Natural Habitat in accordance with Good Agriculture and collection Practices and verified during the fruiting season in Shishira Ritu, which occurs in the fall, the transitional season between summer and winter. The drug will be authenticated and Standardized from Authentic Laboratory before trial.
SOP for PREPARATION OF DOSAGE FORM
| DRAVYA | LATIN NAME | FAMILY | RASA | GUNA | VIRYA | VIPAKA | PART USED |
| Shatahva24 | Anethum graveolens L. | Apiaceae | Madhura, Katu, tikta | Laghu, ruksha, tikshna | Sheeta | Madhura | Fruit |
| Goghrita25 | | | Madhura | Laghu, Snigdha, mrudu | Sheeta | Madhura | |
DOSE OF DRUG:
DOSE: 3-6 gm (Modified into convenient dosage form)
ANUPANA: Ghrita
BHESHAJA KALA: Internal- Annanakala (Rasayana kala)
Topical- Sayam (Evening)
DURATION -12 weeks
MODE OF ADMINISTRATION: Oral along with Topical Cream Application.
Sampling Technique-As the study is carried out in Healthy volunteers, empirically 100 subjects will be considered.
| | Experimental Drug | Experimental Drug |
| Medicine | Shatahva | Shatahva |
| Sample size | 50 | 50 |
| Route of Drug Administration | Oral along with Topical Application | Topical Application |
| Duration | 12 weeks (Approx. 90days) | 12 weeks (Approx. 90days) |
| Assessments | Initial day 0th day, 30th day, 60th day, 90th day. | Initial day 0th day, 30th day, 60th day, 90th day. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
· Subjective assessment for the application site reaction:
Signs & Symptoms:
1. Skin firmness, Skin texture, visible pores, Evenness of skin tone and skin hydration
2. Overall wrinkles over face
3. Crow’s feet grading scale in unanimated face
4. Naso-labial folds
5. Frown lines
6. Homogeneity of age spots
7. Pores
8. Skin clarity
9. Skin smoothness
10. Evenness of skin