An open-labeled randomized non-comparative clinical trial on the efficacy of fairfoot ointment in Vipadika

In Ayurveda, cracked or fissured feet are often associated with an imbalance in the Vata dosha. An excess of Vata in the body can lead to various skin issues, including dry and cracked skin, not only on the feet but on other parts of the body. Fairfoot ointment, a proprietary product, is an antifungal and antiseptic combination of Jathyadi Grutham, Jeevanthyadi Yamakam and Karanja Thailam, intended for external application of cracked feet and other skin conditions like chapped lips, anal fissures etc. An open-labeled randomized non-comparative clinical trial study was conducted on 30 patients presenting with cracked feet, fissures, dry scaly skin, pain, and itching to prove the efficacy in Vipadika. The associated symptoms of pigmentation and skin elasticity were also evaluated as part of this trial. A visual analog scale (VAS) was used to quantify pain. On a Likert scale of 1 to 5, dryness, wrinkles, scaling, itching, and skin laxity were scored. At each point of examination, the amount of cracking and pigmentation were counted. The study involved four evaluations of the participants. Following pairwise analysis using the SPSS 16.0 program, data were examined using Repeated Measure ANOVA. The results of the study showed a considerable reduction in the symptoms of dryness, cracking, pain, and itching. Additionally, there was a statistically significant decline in the symptoms of skin laxity, wrinkles, sealing, and pigmentation. No adverse events were observed during the course of the experiment, suggesting that the medication is safe. Clinical findings indicate that Fairfoot ointment could be used for the improvement and treatment of patients with Vipadika.