AYURVEDIC PSORIASIS CARE

Clearing the Skin From the Inside Out

In Ayurveda, chronic skin conditions like psoriasis reflect deeper blood-tissue imbalance. Steroid creams and immunosuppressants control the surface but the underlying picture keeps returning. We treat the root.

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Understanding Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin condition that causes the skin cells to grow too quickly, forming thick, red, and scaly patches on the skin. These patches, also known as plaques, can be itchy and painful and occur anywhere on the body, including the scalp, nails, and joints.

Causes of Psoriasis

  • Hereditary factors
  • Immune system dysfunction
  • Stress
  • Infections, such as strep throat or skin infections
  • Injury to the skin, such as cuts or burns
  • Certain medications, such as beta-blockers or lithium
  • Alcohol consumption
  • Smoking
  • Health conditions, such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease

Symptoms of Psoriasis

Symptoms depend on the type and severity of the condition. Common symptoms are raised, red patches of skin covered in thick, silvery scales that cause itching, pain, bleeding, or cracking.

  • Dry, cracked skin that may bleed
  • Burning or stinging sensations
  • Thickened, pitted, or ridged nails
  • Swollen and stiff joints (psoriatic arthritis)
  • Redness and irritation around the affected areas
  • Soreness, especially where skin rubs together

Our Approach: Kusta & Dosha Imbalance

In Ayurveda, psoriasis is classified as a type of ‘Kusta’, a group of skin disorders caused by an imbalance of the three doshas — Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. We assess the patient’s condition and risk factors before creating a personalised treatment plan focused on building and rectifying the immune system and reducing lesions for relief.

THE FIVE LAYERS

What Your Programme Includes

Detoxification clears the blood tissue. Topical care, herbs and diet hold the result.

Raktamokshana

Selective, controlled blood purification — used in specific presentations under strict supervision to reduce toxin load quickly.

Virechana Detox

Medicated purgation clears Pitta from the liver — often the underlying driver of psoriatic flare.

Lepam (Herbal Paste)

Topical medicated pastes applied to plaques to reduce itching, thickness and scaling without steroids.

Herbal Formulations

Manjishtadi Kwatha, Kaishore Guggulu, and other classical medicines that support blood purification long-term.

Dietary Correction

A cooling, non-inflammatory dosha-specific plan that removes the foods most commonly driving flares.

SYMPTOM CHECK

Is This Right For You

Ayurvedic Psoriasis Care is worth considering if any of this sounds familiar.

Thick, Red, Scaly Plaques

Patches anywhere on the body, including scalp, elbows, knees, or nails — the classic visible presentation of psoriasis.

Itching, Burning or Cracking

Itching, burning, or cracking skin at the patches, sometimes with bleeding.

Flares Tied to Triggers

Symptoms that flare with stress, certain foods, alcohol, or smoking — a pattern our dosha-specific diet plan is built to interrupt.

Steroid Creams That Stop Holding

Currently using steroid creams or immunosuppressants that control the surface but the flares keep returning — the exact cycle this treatment is built to break.

Swollen, Stiff Joints

Joint symptoms alongside the skin symptoms (possible psoriatic arthritis) — flagged here so it’s assessed rather than ignored.

A Family History

A family history of psoriasis or autoimmune skin conditions — hereditary factors are one of the recognised causes.

HONEST TIMELINES

Beyond the Creams

Steroid creams calm the visible flare but do nothing about the cycle. Our patients typically see plaques reduce over three to six months and — with lifestyle adherence — long remissions that hold for years.

  • Steroid-free, chemical-free medicines
  • Coordinated with your dermatologist where relevant
  • Detailed dietary and lifestyle plan
  • Follow-up through remission

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

When We Ask You to Wait

Ayurveda is gentle, but it is still medicine. Your doctor screens for the following at consultation, before any programme is scheduled.

Pregnancy

Currently pregnant — Raktamokshana and certain detox therapies are not used during pregnancy without specific clearance.

Acute Infection or Open Lesions

Acute infection, fever, or open/bleeding lesions — treatment typically starts once the acute phase resolves.

Immunosuppressants or Biologics

Actively on immunosuppressants or biologics — coordinate any change in dosage with your dermatologist, never self-adjust.

Uncontrolled Diabetes or Cardiac Conditions

Flagged for physician clearance before Panchakarma therapies.

TRANSPARENT PRICING

Psoriasis Treatment Cost in Bangalore

What the programme costs depends on the number of visits, the specific herbs and therapies prescribed, and how long your programme runs. Your clinic confirms the exact price at consultation, before any programme is booked.

Not sure if this is right for you? A Shathayu doctor will assess your condition before anything is booked — book a free consultation or ask us on WhatsApp.

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WHY CHOOSE US

Why We're the Right Choice

Thousands of patients across Bangalore trust Shathayu for authentic Ayurvedic care here’s why.

Government Recognised

AYUSH Ministry listed. Licensed Ayurvedic medical institution operating since 1901.

Qualified and MD Doctors

Every consultation is with an MD or BAMS-qualified vaidya. 50+ specialists, 16 clinics.

No Side Effects

100% classical formulations. No steroids, no chemical fillers. Pure Ayurveda safe and lasting.

In-house Medicines

All herbal formulations prepared in Shathayu’s own facility. Strict quality control no third-party fillers, no shortcuts.

Government Recognised

AYUSH Ministry listed. Licensed Ayurvedic medical institution operating since 1901.

Qualified and MD Doctors

Every consultation is with an MD or BAMS-qualified vaidya. 50+ specialists, 16 clinics.

No Side Effects

100% classical formulations. No steroids, no chemical fillers. Pure Ayurveda safe and lasting.

In-house Medicines

All herbal formulations prepared in Shathayu’s own facility. Strict quality control no third-party fillers, no shortcuts.

YOUR CARE TEAM

Meet the Vaidyas

Dr. Pranamya Rao

Dr. Pranamya Rao

BAMS, PG Diploma in Clinical Research · 4.5 Years · Shathayu Banashankari
Dr. Arundhathi S Kulkarni

Dr. Arundhathi S Kulkarni

BAMS · Hair and Skin · Shathayu Ayurveda
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REAL REVIEWS

What Our Patients Say

★★★★★

“I had a chronic skin condition that wasn’t responding well to other treatments. The doctors here took the time to understand my case properly and the treatment plan made a real difference.”

Jaya MS — Shathayu Clinic

★★★★★

“Overall a very good experience. The staff was courteous and the doctor explained everything clearly before starting the treatment.”

Ann Job — Shathayu Clinic

★★★★★

“Genuine Ayurvedic treatment with good attention to detail. I felt the doctors actually listened to my concerns rather than rushing through the consultation.”

Sameer Narsapur — Shathayu Clinic

BEFORE YOU BOOK

Psoriasis — FAQs

Ayurveda classifies psoriasis under Kusta — a group of skin disorders caused by an imbalance of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha doshas. Treatment focuses on blood purification, detoxification, and correcting the underlying imbalance rather than only calming the visible patch.
Psoriasis has a strong tendency to relapse, so we prefer the word ‘remission’ over ‘cure’. Long, stable remissions — often lasting years — are common with our patients, provided the dietary and lifestyle changes hold.
Your doctor reviews your symptoms, food habits, sleep patterns, stress levels, and any current medication before building a personalised treatment and diet plan specific to your dosha imbalance and the severity of your presentation.
Neem, turmeric, Guggulu (including Kaishore Guggulu), and Manjishtadi Kwatha are commonly used for their anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and blood-purifying properties. The exact combination depends on your body type and presentation.
Yes — a cooling, non-inflammatory, dosha-specific diet is central to lasting remission. This typically means lighter, less oily, less spicy food, and avoiding known trigger combinations your doctor will identify with you.
Yes — across all 16 Shathayu clinics in Bangalore, with a personalised plan built by an MD or BAMS-qualified vaidya at your first visit.
Yes — care can include joint-friendly movement routines alongside the skin-focused herbs and therapies. This needs a tailored plan, so mention any joint stiffness or swelling at your consultation.
If your doctor needs to understand specific triggers or rule out other conditions, they may recommend tests. This is assessed case by case rather than applied as a blanket protocol.
Following your personalised diet plan, managing stress, sleeping well, and keeping regular follow-up visits with your doctor are the main levers for preventing flares once you’ve reached remission.
Yes — plans for scalp involvement often include medicated oils and Shirodhara for gentle, targeted care of the scalp alongside the broader body treatment.
It begins with a doctor’s assessment, followed by Panchakarma therapies (including Virechana detox and, in specific cases, Raktamokshana), topical Lepam applications, herbal formulations, and a dosha-specific diet — all aimed at clearing lesions and correcting the root imbalance.
Anyone with red, scaly, itchy patches — whether newly diagnosed or currently managing with steroid creams that aren’t holding — can consult an Ayurvedic doctor for a personalised, steroid-free plan.
In most cases, yes — Virechana (medicated purgation) is commonly used to clear Pitta from the liver, and Raktamokshana (selective blood purification) may be used in specific presentations under strict supervision.
An initial detoxification phase typically runs two to three weeks, followed by three to six months of herbal and dietary support. Most patients notice reduced itching within the first two weeks and thinner plaques over the first two to three months.
Yes — stress is one of the recognised triggers for flares. Shirodhara and breathing practices are often included specifically to address this alongside the skin-focused therapies.
Generally once a month once your condition is stable. Early on, your doctor may want to see you more frequently to fine-tune your plan before spacing out visits.
Yes, with gentler protocols appropriate for their age. Always consult the doctor first so the plan is calibrated correctly for a child.
Cost depends on the number of visits, the specific herbs and therapies prescribed, and how long your programme runs. Your clinic team will walk you through the specifics before you commit to anything.
Most therapies are gentle by design. If anything feels uncomfortable during a session — including Lepam application or Panchakarma therapies — tell your therapist immediately so it can be adjusted.
Yes — we coordinate with your dermatologist and, where appropriate, step down other medications gradually as your presentation improves. Never stop a prescribed medication without your specialist’s guidance.

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16 CLINICS ACROSS BANGALORE

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Authentic Ayurveda is never far away. Walk in at any of our 16 Bangalore centres or book a free consultation and we’ll guide you to the one nearest you.

JP Nagar

#1300, 9th Cross Rd, Phase 1, JP Nagar, Bengaluru 560078

Whitefield

620, 1st Main Rd, AECS Layout C Block, Marathahalli, Bengaluru 560037

Chandra Layout

#115, 4th Cross Rd, Near Police Station, Chandra Layout, Bengaluru 560040

RT Nagar

#578, 4th G Cross, HMT Layout, CBI Main Rd, RT Nagar, Bengaluru 560032

Banashankari

No.525, 31st Main Rd, Banagirinagara, Banashankari 3rd Stage, Bengaluru 560085

HSR Layout

1017, 27th Main Rd, 1st Sector, HSR Layout, Bengaluru 560102

Indiranagar

NO.163, 2nd Stage, 2nd A Cross, Domlur, Indiranagar, Bengaluru 560071

Kalyan Nagar

6M-309, HRBR Layout, 2nd Block Ext., Kalyan Nagar, Bengaluru 560043

Rajajinagar

#347, 3rd Main Rd, Mahalakshmipuram, West of Chord Rd 2nd Stage, Bengaluru 560086

Koramangala

“Grace” 1st Floor, C-18, Kudremukh Colony, Koramangala Block 2, Bengaluru 560034

RR Nagar

#810, 3rd Stage, 4th Main Rd, BEML Layout, RR Nagar, Bengaluru 560098

Sahakar Nagar

No.46, G Block, Sahakar Nagar, Byatarayanapura, Bengaluru 560092

Nagarbhavi

148, 6th Main Rd, D-Group Layout, Srigandhada Kaval, Nagarbhavi, Bengaluru 560091

Sadashivanagar

1st Floor, 13, 2nd Main Rd, Vyalikaval, Sadashiva Nagar, Malleshwaram, Bengaluru 560003

Kothanur

3rd Floor, SGM Complex, 27, K.Narayanapura, Kothanur, Bengaluru 560077

Yelahanka

1st Floor, 2022, 3rd B Cross Rd, KHB Colony, Yelahanka Satellite Town, Bengaluru 560064