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Myths About Biologics in Treating Psoriasis

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Myths & Facts About Biologics in Treating Psoriasis & Ayurvedic Treatments

March 7, 2025

Myths & Facts About Biologics in Treating Psoriasis & Ayurvedic Treatments

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin condition that leads to rapid skin cell turnover, causing scaly patches, redness, and inflammation. Modern medicine often prescribes biologic drugs to suppress the immune system and control symptoms. However, there are many misconceptions about biologics, their effectiveness, and their safety. Ayurveda offers a holistic, root-cause approach that focuses on balancing the body and eliminating toxins for long-term relief.

Myths About Biologics in Treating Psoriasis

🔍 Myths & Facts About Biologics in Psoriasis Treatment

❌ Myth 1: Biologics Cure Psoriasis Completely

✅ Fact: Biologics do not cure psoriasis; they only suppress symptoms by altering immune responses. Once stopped, flare-ups often return, sometimes more aggressively.

❌ Myth 2: Biologics Work for Everyone

✅ Fact: Not all psoriasis patients respond well to biologics. Some people experience little to no improvement, while others may develop serious side effects like infections and liver complications.

❌ Myth 3: Biologics Are Completely Safe

✅ Fact: While effective, biologics come with severe risks, including increased susceptibility to infections, liver toxicity, and long-term immune suppression. Monitoring is crucial to avoid complications.

❌ Myth 4: Biologics Have No Side Effects

✅ Fact: Many patients report fatigue, headaches, joint pain, and digestive issues. Some may develop antibodies against biologics, rendering the treatment ineffective over time.

❌ Myth 5: Biologics Are the Only Option for Severe Psoriasis

✅ Fact: There are alternative approaches like Ayurvedic detoxification, dietary modifications, and herbal therapies that work on the root cause rather than just symptom suppression.

🌿 Ayurvedic Approach to Psoriasis Treatment

Unlike biologics, Ayurveda focuses on detoxification, immune modulation, and lifestyle corrections to treat psoriasis at the root level.

1️⃣ Ayurvedic Understanding of Psoriasis

In Ayurveda, psoriasis is linked to “Kushta Roga” caused by imbalances in Vata, Pitta, and Kapha doshas. The accumulation of toxins (Ama) in the blood leads to inflammation, dryness, and scaling.

Key Ayurvedic Concepts:

Vata Imbalance → Dry, scaly patches, itching
Pitta Imbalance → Redness, burning sensation, inflammation
Kapha Imbalance → Thick, oozing plaques, sluggish metabolism

2️⃣ Ayurvedic Herbal Medications for Psoriasis

At DRC by EliteAyurveda, we create personalized herbal formulations to address psoriasis at its core.

🌿 Key Ayurvedic Herbal Formulations:

Anti-Inflammatory Blend – Reduces cytokine activity & prevents flare-ups
Liver Detox Formula – Supports liver function & removes toxins
Gut Restoration Capsules – Strengthens digestion & improves gut-skin connection
Skin Repair Tonic – Enhances skin healing & reduces scarring
Immune Balance Formula – Modulates immune response & prevents autoimmunity

🔹 These herbal medications are gradually adjusted as the body restores balance naturally.

3️⃣ Detoxification (Panchakarma) for Psoriasis

Ayurvedic detox therapies help remove deep-seated toxins (Ama) and rejuvenate the skin.

Therapy	Benefits
Vamana (Therapeutic Vomiting)	Eliminates excess Kapha & clears toxins
Virechana (Purgation Therapy)	Detoxifies liver & purifies blood
Rakta Mokshana (Bloodletting)	Removes inflammatory toxins from the bloodstream
Takradhara (Buttermilk Therapy)	Soothes inflamed skin & reduces stress
Lepam (Herbal Paste Application)	Hydrates skin & reduces itching

4️⃣ Ayurvedic Diet & Lifestyle for Psoriasis Management

✔️ Healing Foods to Include:

Turmeric & Neem – Anti-inflammatory & antibacterial properties
Bitter Greens (Karela, Methi) – Blood purifiers & detoxifiers
Ghee & Coconut Oil – Soothes dry, inflamed skin
Ashwagandha & Brahmi – Reduces stress & strengthens immunity

🚫 Foods to Avoid:

❌ Processed & Sugary Foods – Increase inflammation
❌ Dairy & Gluten – Can trigger immune reactions
❌ Fried & Spicy Foods – Aggravates Pitta & worsens flare-ups

✔️ Lifestyle Modifications:

✅ Stress Reduction – Yoga, meditation & breathing exercises
✅ Daily Oil Massage (Abhyanga) – Hydrates skin & improves circulation
✅ Exposure to Morning Sunlight – Boosts vitamin D levels for immune balance

📖 Real Patient Success Story

“I struggled with severe psoriasis for over 8 years. Biologics helped initially, but the side effects became unbearable. When I turned to Ayurveda at EliteAyurveda, the transformation was incredible. With a personalized detox program, herbal formulations, and dietary modifications, my psoriasis cleared up by 80% within 5 months, and my overall health improved dramatically!” — Meera S., Bengaluru

👨‍⚕️ From the Doctor’s Desk: Dr. Adil Moulanchikkal

“Biologics provide symptomatic relief but do not address the underlying cause of psoriasis. At EliteAyurveda, we use a combination of Ayurvedic detox therapies, personalized herbal formulations, and dietary adjustments to heal psoriasis from within. Our approach not only manages symptoms but also strengthens immunity, improves gut health, and prevents relapses.”