Treatment of Pediatric Spasms by Ipomea Pes-Caprae Fumes (Kuthirai Kulambu Plant)- A Review

Abstract

Siddha system is the holistic and spiritual way of healing empowered with strong scientific base. Ancient scientists of siddha treated dearranged humours by both internal and external therapies. Pugai (fumigation) is among the external therapies followed. Here it is an evidence-based study to illuminate the science behind fumigation process of the plant (Ipomea pes caprae) kuthirai kulambu to treat pediatric spasms. Ipomea pes caprae antagonize smooth muscle contractions by acting isoprenoide leice β- Damascenone and E- phytol in the same range as that of papavering a general spasmolytic agent. Surprising fact is that β-damascenone and E- phytol are volatile chemical components, hence this can be used in fumigation.