Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy
Volume 4, Issue 3 (2015)
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Table of contents
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Role of Netra Tarpana with Triphala Ghrita in Dry Eye: A Clinico-Pathological Evaluation
Abstract: Dry eye syndrome is a very common condition that is characterized by a disturbance of the tear film. There is not a single entity which can be compared as dry eye but a group of diseases or stages of diseases which are more or less similar to dry eye like Sushkaksipaka, Pothaki, Suktika. Preservative-free tear substitutes are the first step in medical management of DED which increases humidity and improves …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Distinctive Qualities of Ayurveda
Abstract: It is time to watch each shlok of Ayurveda with a new view. We people are falling very short to guess the exact meaning of each and every shlok (version) quoted in Ayurveda. Ayurveda is like an ocean of knowledge; as you should go to the bottom or to extent level or base every time you get a new jewel. In this review article, I tried to explain the distinctive …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 16–25 Read article
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Assessment of Standardization and Quality Control of Saurashtri by Using Ancient and Modern Methods
Abstract: Rasaushadhis are an important part of Ayurvedic treatment. These medicines are one of the tool by which dreadful diseases are eradicated. Genuine and standard medicine can only serve this purpose. Standardization should most preferably be checked for the material which is available in varieties. Sauratri is a drug included in the group of Uparas varga. There are varieties of samples of sauratri available in the market and being used by …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 26–32 Read article
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Ayurvedic Approach in Management of Dyslipidemia: A Case Study
Abstract: Dyslipidemia is a condition which is associated with several morbid manifestations. Purpose of this study was to treat dyslipidemia with Vaitaranaabasti and Ayurvedic oral medicine. Here we present a case that was successfully treated with Ayurvedic management. A 42 year old female, suffering from dyslipidemia since 1 year, was treated on the line of management of Medovriddhi. Vaitaranabasti in the dose of 400 ml/day for 16 days along with some …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 33–36 Read article
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Buthūr-i-labaniyya (Acne vulgaris) with Special Reference to Unani Medicine: Review
Abstract: Buthūr-i-labaniyya (Acne vulgaris) is one of the commonest skin diseases treated by the dermatologists. Buthūr-i-labaniyya are small eruptions on nose and cheeks which look like condensed drops of milk, so they are named as Buthūr-i-labaniyya (milky eruptions). It is found that 70% of the population has some clinically apparent acne at various stages during adolescence. On squeezing, a cheesy material is expressed out. These eruptions are due to Mādda-i-ṣadīdiyya (suppurative …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 37–42 Read article
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Cardiology in Unani Medicine: A Review
Abstract: Cardiology has been a topic of research since ancient time throughout the world. According to the Unani physicians Qalb (heart) is considered to be the Uzue Raees (supreme organ) of the body. Many Unani physicians like Hippocrates, Galen, Rabban Tabri, Abu Sahal Maseehi, Ibne Sina, Majoosi, Zakaria Razi, Ibne Nafees etc. have emphasized to describe the structure and function of the heart. They have also discussed various cardiac diseases, its …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 43–48 Read article
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Pilot Survey of Plants Found Along the Roadsides, Hedges and Waste Places of Gamdi Village, Anand, Gujarat
Abstract: Field survey is an essential tool for understanding the availability and distribution of medicinal plants. Eventually it helps in promotion and conservation of medicinal plants by educating the people about their medicinal uses. So, a survey was conducted under the promotion of National Service Scheme (NSS) to identify and trace out the distribution of medicinally useful plants which grow in Gamdi village as a weed along the roadside including the …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 53–61 Read article
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Dengue vis-à-vis Paakal Sannipatik Jwara: A Review
Abstract: Dengue is vector borne viral haemorrhagic fever having its epidemic in present time. The disease is having resemblance to Paakal Sannipat Jwara described by Acharya Bhavmishra (18th century). The disease being viral in origin there is no precise medicine and use of antipyretic and antibiotics has very limited role in controlling illness or its complication, the treatment principle adopted in the disease is symptomatic management. Use of antipyretics (esp. salicylates) …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 62–67 Read article
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Ayurvedic Management of Chronic Alcoholic Liver Disease with Ascites (Madatyaya with Jalodar): A Case Study
Abstract: All diseases especially Udara Rogas manifest in human beings as a result of aggravation of Mala due to defective Agani (Jatharagani and Dhatwagni). Excessive intake of hot, saline, food which causes burning sensation in digestive tract, excessive use of alcohol without following the rule of Madyapana, causes alcoholic liver disease with Ascites (Madatyaya with Jalodar) with clinical manifestation of hepatocellular dysfunction and portal hypertension. A 53 years old alcoholic male …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 68–71 Read article
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Munzijate Balgham with Interpretation to Their Mechanism of Action in Stroke Rehabilitation: A Review
Abstract: The basic line of treatment of Falij Balghami is use of Munzijate Balgham followed by Mushilat and Muqawwiyat. Munzijat is the group of drugs which suitably modify the consistency of morbid Akhlat to make them able to evacuate from the tissues, vessels and interstitial spaces. They act either by liquefying the consistency of Ghaleez Akhlat, or by thickening the Raqeeq Akhlat. Nuzj occurs over a period of time which varies …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 9–15 Read article