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312 articles for “Unani medicines”
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Integrative Perspectives on Lipoma: Traditional Therapeutics from Siddha, Ayurveda, and Unani with Biomedical Correlates
Abstract: Background: Lipoma is the most common benign soft tissue tumor, with an incidence of approximately 2 per 1,000 individuals annually. Modern biomedicine attributes its pathogenesis to genetic abnormalities like HMGA2 rearrangements and dysregulated adipogenesis via PPARγ pathways. Effective pharmacological therapies are lacking. Traditional Indian systems – Siddha, Ayurveda, and Unani – offer unique perspectives and non‑surgical approaches yet remain underexplored in integrative research. Objective: To critically evaluate the descriptions, pathophysiological …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 19–33 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Habbul Aas (Myrtus communis L.)
Abstract: Habbul aas (Myrtus communis) belongs to the Myrtaceae family, is one of the famous medicinal plant which is being used in Unani system of medicine since long time. Various properties of this plant has been mentioned in classical Unani text like haemostatics, astringent, anti-inflamatory, tonic, antiseptic properties, etc. Also Unani physicians have advised to use this plant in various ailments especially hemorrhagic disorders. Phytochemical analysis of this plant showed presence …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 7–15 Read article
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Pharmaco-botanical Profile on Emblica officinalis Gaertn. – A Pharmacopoeial Herbal Drug
Abstract: ABSTRACTThe fruit or fruit pulp of Emblica officinalis Gaertn. is a reputed drug of Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathic systems of medicine. The drug (dried, fresh fruits and dried juice powder), is an excellent antipyretic, antioxidant, astringent, laxative, diuretic, aphrodisiac, antacid and haemostatic. Modern clinical studies have been conducted on this drug in support of claimed activities. The approved modern therapeutic application for Emblica is support based on its long …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 38–50 Read article
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Ringworm Infection in Unani Perspective: A Literary Review
Abstract: There are several skin conditions that affect human beings. Since the most common of skin conditions may have some symptoms that are similar, it becomes more important to understand the differences between them. Skin disorders may vary significantly in symptoms and severity. Qooba (Dermatophytosis) is one such type of type of skin disease. In Unani System of Medicine, it is described as roughness which appears over skin surface. As far …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Unani and Conventional Perspective of Hypertension (Ḍaghṭ al-Dam Qawī )
Abstract: Hypertension is a strong risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. According to estimates, the risk of cardiovascular disorders such as coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, renal failure, and peripheral arterial disease rises by at least a factor of two. In the Unani system of medicine, there is a clinical condition that resembles hypertension, known as "Imtila'." The buildup of bodily fluids, particularly in the blood vessels, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 26–30 Read article
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The Wonders of Psoralea Corylifolia (Babchi) for Various Ailments in Unani Healing
Abstract: Babchi, or Psoralea corylifolia Linn, has been used in the Unani System of Medicine for centuries due to its numerous medicinal properties. This plant is highly valued for its ability to effectively treat various types of diseases, especially those related to the skin. Unani physicians have long recognized the therapeutic potential of Babchi seeds, which have been traditionally used for its numerous medicinal benefits. Its seeds, in particular, have been …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Fenugreek: A Traditional Herb with Modern Health Applications
Abstract: Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is a remarkable herb with a rich history that stretches back over 4, 000 years. It has played an important role in traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda, Unani, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Cultivated widely in places like India, the Mediterranean, and North Africa, fenugreek’s seeds and leaves have been used to treat a variety of ailments, from digestive and respiratory issues to skin problems and inflammation. Recent …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 11–21 Read article
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Formulating Pure Natural Polyherbal Hair Dye Preparation for Improved Coloring and Superior Protection Attributes as Compared to Marketed Products
Abstract: AbstractThe commercial synthetic hair dyes include permanent coloring agents like amino compounds (meta-aminophenol, 4-amino-2-hydroxytoluene, etc.), aromatic diamine, polycompounds (para-phenylenediamine), hydric phenols, etc. that precipitates several adverse effects like erythema, skin irritation, skin cancer, loss or damage of hair, etc. In the traditional systems of medicines like Unani, Ayurveda, Homeopathy, and Siddha, the recommended hair dyes are wholly based on plant materials (extracts) and metal oxides (iron oxide, titanium dioxide, etc.). …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Obesity (Siman-E-Mufrat) in Greeco-Arabic Perspective: A Review
Abstract: Tibb-e-Unani has been rendering services to the mankind for thousands of years. This healing art is one of the oldest and well organized systems of medicine. The Greeks were the first to recognize Siman-e-mufrat (obesity) as a medical disorder. It is evident that Buqrat (460–377 BC) was first who described obesity (siman-e-mufrat) in his famous book Fusool-e-Buqrat. Buqrat understood that siman-e-mufrat leads to infertility and early death. He was also …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 10–16 Read article
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Demand for AYUSH Healthcare in India: Multinomial Logit Estimation of the Utilisation of Indian System of Medicine
Abstract: Despite the widespread use of the allopathic system of medicines, the indigenous non-allopathic systems of medicine are widely practiced and used in India. The increasing healthcare costs of the modern corporate type of hospitals and the less expensiveness of local herbal medicines drive the use of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy (AYUSH) hospitals for the treatments of chronic diseases, acute illness episodes, maternity health care and catastrophic …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 18–26 Read article
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Clinical Evaluation of Naqooh Shahtara in the Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Abstract: Diabetes is a major public health problem and considered as one of the most common non-communicable disease, globally. Although the prevalence rate of the disease varies country to country. However, WHO has projected India as the country with the fastest growing population of diabetes patients. Due to its consequences diabetes has become a silent killer that kills one person every 10 seconds, and worldwide it kills 3.2 million every year. …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 32–37 Read article
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Primary Dysmenorrhea: A Review with Special Reference to Unani Concepts
Abstract: Dysmenorrhea is potentially the most common and most underdiagnosed gynecologic condition. It is characterized by crampy lower abdominal pain radiating to back and thigh. Nausea, vomiting, headache and diarrhea are frequent accompanying symptoms. An excess or imbalance of prostaglandins, vasopressin, and chemical substances derived from phospholipids play an important role in generating primary dysmenorrhea symptoms, although exact pathology is still difficult to understand. An estimated 10–30% of all working or …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 29–37 Read article
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Unani Concept of Diabetes Mellitus: A Review
Abstract: Diabetes is one of the top executioner illnesses of humanity. In spite of the fact that it influences all the group of society, its effect is mostly on prosperous society. The present depiction of diabetes has nearly balanced out, which primarily rotates around the job of pancreas, insulin, and its fringe obstruction alongside different causes, to a lesser degree; nonetheless, this portrayal needs reexamination. The quickening weight of the malady …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Abresham (Bombyx mori Cocoon): A House of a worm with Immense Medicinal Value
Abstract: Abresham is the cocoon shell produced by an insect Bombyx mori (silk worm). Silk worm is mainly depend on mulberry leaves and spun cocoon of silk filament around it. In Unani System of Medicine (USM), this cocoon is known as Abresham Kham and when cut into small pieces before roasting then it is termed as Abresham Kham Muqarraz. It is one of the most common animal origin drug used in …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 30–41 Read article
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Medicinal and Pharmacological Action of Spices: A Review
Abstract: Spices are grown in India from time immemorial and part of Materia Medica of Indian System of medicines viz. Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and also in Homoeopathy. Uses of spices as medicines have mention from pre-historical time. Various spices, such as cardamom, ginger, black pepper, cumin and mustard seeds, were included in the ancient `susruta mushkakadigana' or herbal medicines, prescribed to remove fat and to cure urinary complaints, piles and jaundice. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 11–23 Read article
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Biochemical Changes due to Various Environmental Pollutants Affecting the Therapeutic Potentialities of Certain Medicinal Plants
Abstract: ABSTRACTMedicinal herbs have been an essential part of human society since the civilization started. They are boon of nature to cure a number of ailments of human beings. Herbal medicines are a major component in all traditional medicine systems since all practitioners of Ayurveda, Homeopathic, Siddha and Unani systems of medicine regularly employ a large number of Indian medicinal plants as antibiotic agents. In the present study, various plant species …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Prevalence and Risk Factors in a Sample Population of Hemiplegia—An Observational Study
Abstract: Falij is the paralysis of longitudinal half of the body starting either below the neck, sparing head and face or covering the entire longitudinal half of the body from head to toe. It draws analogy with hemiplegia occurring due to stroke. Unani system of medicine asserts to possess treatment for motor recovery in Falije Nisfi. Almost all ancient Unani physicians have advocated Tanqia and Ta’deel as treatment of Falij caused …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 25–29 Read article
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Process Validation of Kushtasazi in the Preparation of Kushtae Sadaf
Abstract: The available forms of formulations in the Unani System of Medicine (USM) intended to treat the diseases either in semisolid sweetened forms such as Majoon, Jawarish, Khameera, Laooq, Itrifal or in liquid and dried forms such as Sharbat (Syrup), Arq (Distillate), Habb (Pil), Qurs (Tablet), Safoof (Powder), etc. There are large number of dosage forms used in the USM. Kushta (Calx) is also one among these compound formulations which is …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Comparative Study of Medicinal Flora in Karahal Area of Sheopur Madhya Pradesh
Abstract: Medicinal plants have their special status in human welfare due to their therapeutic applications since human civilizations. Medicinal plants have exceptional and precious characteristics that play an essential role in human civilizations. Medicinal plants are main source of traditional medicines and numerous medicines are indirectly produced from plant community. Traditional treatment procedure like Ayurveda, Unani and Chinese medicine are basically based on plant extract with minimum side effects and presently …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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A Narrative Review on an Insight of Herbal Origin Drugs and Their Traditional Medicine Formulations for the Treatment of Nephrolithiasis
Abstract: Ethnopharmacological relevance. There is no satisfactory treatment at present to cure or prevent kidney stone recurrences using predictable medicines. There are several marketed formulations in Ayurveda, Unani and Homeopathic Traditional Medicines (TM) have potential lithotriptic effects and clinical applications. In India, prevalence rates of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for the treatment of nephrolithiasis are being estimated at 63.9%. Aim of the review This review article intended to scientifically documented …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 14–30 Read article