Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science
Volume 12, Issue 3 (2023)
Published
Table of contents
-
Herbal Medicine in Unani Tradition: Managing Depression from A Holistic Perspective
Abstract: Depression is a prevalent mental health condition marked by persistent sadness and a loss of interest in once- enjoyed activities, often accompanied by an inability to carry out daily tasks, lasting for at least two weeks. In the field of Unani medicine, this disorder falls under the category of "Nafsiyati awamil," with its classical description referred to as "Malenkholiya" or melancholia. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), depression ranks …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–6 Read article
-
Therapeutic Medicinal Plants: Traditional uses of the Himalayan Cherry Prinsepia utilis used by Traditional Healers of the North Western Himalayan Region
Abstract: The medicinal plants of the northwestern Himalayas are noted for their unparalleled biodiversity and important secondary metabolites that are peculiar to this dynamic geoclimatic zone. The scientific documentation of the richness, distribution, and conventional applications of medicinal flora in this Mountainous region can be crucial in the conservation and sustainable use of these valuable plant resources. These medicinal plants have been used for their therapeutic properties since ancient times. The …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 13–20 Read article
-
Pharmaceutical Standardization and Preliminary assay of Kokilaksha (Asteracantha longifolia nees.) Ghana
Abstract: Introduction: Kokilaksha (Asteracantha longifolia Nees.) is an annual herb belonging to the acanthaceae family. In classics, Kokilaksha Kwatha (Decoction) is stated in the treatment of Nidranasha (Insomnia), Vatarakta (Gout), Shoola (Pain) and many more. Panchavidha Kashaya Kalpana (five basic preparation) are primary potent preparations of Ayurved pharmaceutics from which several additional preparations are developed as per need of time like Vati (Pills), Avaleha (Lincus), Ghana (Solidified aqueous extract), Kshara (Alkali) …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 21–29 Read article
-
A Comparative Clinical Trial of Three Different Dosage form of Guduchi (Tinospora Cordifolia Willd.) in Ekakustha (Psoriasis)
Abstract: Introduction: Ekakushtha is a type of Kshudra Kushtha (minor skin disease) resembling psoriasis in its clinical manifestations. Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia Willd.) is mentioned very effective in treatment of all type Kushtha in classics with different dosage forms like Ghana (aqueous extract), Churna (powder drug), Ghrita, hydro alcoholic extract and many more. Aim: To evaluate the clinical efficacy of three different dosage form of Guduchi i.e. Guduchi Ghana prepared from Guduchi …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 30–39 Read article
-
Clinical Applications and Mechanism of Leech Therapy from the Perspective of Unani and Conventional Medicine: A Review
Abstract: Leech therapy is a kind of bloodletting that involves using leeches to remove a significant volume of blood from the body. Leeches are hermaphrodites, annelid worms that feed on blood and have a noticeable capacity to expand or contract. Hirudinaria granulosa is a type of Indian leech that has therapeutic qualities. Leech therapy operates on the tenets of Imala-i-Mawād (Diversion of morbid matter) and Tanqiya-e- Mawād (Evacuation of Morbid matter). …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 7–12 Read article