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Hydroponics Culture Regulated Metabolic Variations in Plants of Medicinal Value
Abstract: The current review chiefly brings to light the importance of alternative cultivation strategies for medicinal plants about the effective enhancement of the bioactive substances. The fast-paced society is favoring the need for its cost-effective cultivation and studying the effects thereafter. The mis-steps while collecting the plant from the wild lead to identification issues, genetic and phenotypic variations, variable bioactive substances/secondary metabolites, and toxic compounds. So, cultivation happening in controlled environments, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 14–20 Read article
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Medicine and Femmecare Sanitary Napkins Vending Machine
Abstract: Access to affordable sanitary napkins and essential medicines in rural areas of India remains a significant challenge. This paper presents an innovative vending machine designed for rural areas to provide essential sanitary napkins and medicines, aiming to enhance public health and welfare. The vending machine addresses menstrual hygiene by offering free sanitary napkins to registered women via a unique QR code system, leveraging Raspberry Pi technology and a Pi camera. …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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Cloud Enabled Machine Learning Framework for Medicine System
Abstract: The Medicine Generic App is a cutting-edge mobile application designed to empower users with information about generic medications. Given the rising expenses of healthcare and prescription medications, this app acts as a useful resource for consumers to make informed decisions regarding their medication options. The Medicine Generic App aims to promote generic drug usage, reduce healthcare costs, and improve medication management for users. By providing detailed information and price transparency, …
Published in International Journal of Mobile Computing Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Comprehending Ancient Wisdom of Ayurveda: Unveiling Phytochemistry and Molecular Mechanisms of Rasayana Medicine
Abstract: Rasayana medicine is an integral part of ancient medical system of India. In Sanskrit ‘rasayana’ refers to “path of essence” and serves as one of the eight clinical specialties of classical Ayurveda. Rasayana focuses on restoring health by replenishing vital fluids of human body. According to Ayurveda, our physical body constitutes of seven dhatus called ‘Sapthdhatu’, sapth-seven and dhatu-tissues or microchannels. These channels are the pathway through which vital nutrients …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 59–67 Read article
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Scientific Basis of using AYUSH Systems of Medicine for Epidemic Prevention and Management
Abstract: Recent times have seen epidemics of Plague, Leptospirosis, Meningococcal meningitis, Cholera, Shigellosis, Avian Flu, Chikungunya, Zika Virus Disease, Nipah Virus Disease, Ebola Virus Disease, Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) etc. in different parts of the world. In times of globalization and ease of travel, epidemics have potential to become pandemic. Strengthening the health care system is essential in managing the outbreak of epidemics. AYUSH system of medicine helps play a …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 17–29 Read article
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Role of Tabiat (Quwwat-e-Muddabbira Badan) in The Light of Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Tabiat is the ordinary power which when exists in a body pledges movements and rest in its obligatorily. Tabiat is fundamentally a power which is a well-prepared system which keeps the body temperament and internal environment. Therapeutic herbs have been used practically in all cultures for enhancement of the immune system. Unani medicines rely on tabyat mudabbira-i-badan which is the complete strength, which accomplishes all the biological tasks of the …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 23–26 Read article
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Anti-Tumour and Anti-Bacterial Activity of Some Ethno-Medicinal Plants
Abstract: Background: Every year, millions of people are diagnosed with cancer, leading to death in a majority of the cases. Because of the high death rate associated with cancer and serious side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy, many cancer patients seek alternative methods of treatment. Regarding the safety and effectiveness of natural therapies, the researchers are more interested in the use of natural medicine. In the present investigation, the anti-tumour …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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A Research Project on Identification and Reporting of Adverse Drug Reactions in General Medicine Ward of an ESI Hospital
Abstract: Aim: The study aims at identifying and reporting the adverse drug reactions (ADRs) in general medicine ward of an ESI hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Objective: Prescription study, analysis and prevention of medication-related problems (ADRs), identifying and minimizing medication-related problems, improving patient safety initiatives, improving the patient health-related outcomes, reducing work burden of physicians, and providing better therapy to large number of patients. Methodology: Study Design: It was a prospective and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Irsal-e-Alaq (Leech Therapy) in Unani System of Medicine: A Review
Abstract: Irsal e Alaq (Leech or Hirudo therapy) is one of the most important and widely practiced methods of regimental therapy used for local evacuation of morbid humors. Irsale alaq is the method of evacuation of morbid humors from the body and thereby balancing the four humors and hence regaining the health. The imbalance in the quality and quantity of these humors leads to diseases whereas restoration of this balance maintains …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 27–31 Read article
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Concept of Diabetes Mellitus (Ziyabetus Shakri) in Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: The word diabetes is derived from Greek word “Diabanein” which means passing through. Ziyabetus can be divided into two types according to presence or absence of sugar in urine viz. Ziyabetus sada or barid and Ziyabetus shakri or haar. The various classical text books of Unani medicine also contain detailed descriptions of this disease. The causes of disease are suemizajwazauf e kulliya, masanawajigar (disordered temperament and weakness of kidney, bladder …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 21`–23 Read article
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Research and Review: On Irsale Alaq (Medicinal Leech), Mechanism of Action and its Uses with Applied Site
Abstract: Leech therapy is based on the concept of balancing body humours. In the Unani system of medicine the majority of the disease caused by the endogenous factors by excessive Humours accumulated of morbid matters foodstuffs or the metabolic products. There are 6 evacuation methods for the balancing of humours viz bloodletting, purging, vomiting, sweating, cauterization and diuresis are described. Among those methods, bloodletting methods are a most popular and effective …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Varicose Veins and its Management in Unani and Modern System of Medicine
Abstract: The varicose vein is defined as “dilated tortuous and elongated superficial veins of the lower limb”. Dawali (varicose veins) is one of the commonest categories of primary venous insufficiency. Varicose veins are classified into primary and secondary types. Primary varicose veins occur more frequently, and are caused by incompetent or absent valves, defective connective tissue and smooth muscle weakness in venous wall and are usually hereditary in nature. As per …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome- Reviewed Through the Lens of Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: AbstractIrritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is recognized as the most common functional gastrointestinal disorder in the present medical scenario, affecting 11% of the population globally. It is characterized by diarrhea or constipation and sometimes both alternately. The pathophysiology of the disease is not much understood but it has been linked to colonic motility dysfunction inflammatory changes of the intestines, change in normal microflora of the gut and disturbance of enteric nervous …
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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Investigating the Therapeutic Potential of Badranjboya in Unani Systemic Medicine
Abstract: Badranjboya, a potent medicinal plant derived from Nepeta hindostana, stands as a flowering plant or perennial herb belonging to the illustrious Lamiaceae family, known to thrive in the bountiful lands of India and Pakistan. Its profound importance within Unani literature is evident, for it has been hailed as “Mufarreh_al_Quloob,” denoting its esteemed status as a heart tonic. This venerable recognition can be traced back to the enlightening works of the …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Infertility (Uqr) in Unani Medicine: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Infertility (Uqr) is a complex and multifactorial condition, influenced by a combination of hormonal disturbances, lifestyle choices, nutritional factors, and environmental conditions. While modern biomedicine primarily addresses infertility through physiological and endocrinological assessments, Unani medicine an ancient system of healing rooted in Greco–Arabic philosophy approaches the condition from a holistic perspective. It emphasizes the balance of the four humors (Akhlat) and the individual’s temperament (Mizaj), advocating for the use of …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1–5 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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The Globe’s Healthiest Food with Numerous Medicinal Properties— Solanum tuberosum
Abstract: Solanum tuberosum, commonly known as potato, belongs to the Solanaceae family. The whole part of potato plant including leaves, tuber, peels and their juice are used in traditional medicine. Several pharmacological activities of potato have been reported, i.e. antioxidant, antidiabetic, anticancer, antiallergy, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiobesity, antisepsis, anticonvulsant, fibrinolytic and antiplatelets activity. Potato contains vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin B3, pantothenic acid, potassium, manganese, phosphorus, copper, and fibers. The medicinal properties, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Effect of Dimethyl Sulfoxide Extract on Different Parts of a Medicinal Plant:Euphorbia hirta L. Against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus
Abstract: Euphorbia hirta has been widely used by tribal as traditional medicine in the treatment against infectious pathogens. Euphorbia hirta Linn. is a perennial herb belonging to the family Euphorbiaceae. It is a potent medicinal plant and has established its sedative and anxiolytic activity. It has analgesic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant for blood pressure, antihypertensive and antioxidant properties. Effect of dimethyl sulfoxide extract on different parts (leaf, bud and stem) of Euphorbia …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 30–33 Read article
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RAPD–PCR Analysis of An Important Medicinal Plant Tinospora cordifolia (Willd.) Miers ex Hook. F. & Thoms Collected from Western Ghats of South India
Abstract: Herbal drug technology is the emerging area in pharmaceutical industries. The molecular-based quality control is need of the hour to find out the adulterant. DNA-based techniques have been widely used for authentication of plant species of medicinal importance. The present study investigates the RAPD-PCR analysis of Tinospora cordifolia using RAPD-PCR techniques between five populations. A total of 44 polymorphic bands were observed. The genetic distance between the population ranged from …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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The Effect of Glomus fasciculatum on the Medicinal Plant Centella asiatica (L.) Urban
Abstract: AbstractThe Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungal species Glomus fasciculatum was inoculated into the medicinal plant Centella asiatica L. to examine their effect on the growth parameters such as root length, shoot length, leaf length, fresh and dry weight, no. of leaves in a period of 20, 40, and 60 days. The best results were observed in Glomus fasciculatum and Azospirillum (T4) inoculated plant species.Keywords: mycorrhiza, medicinal plant, Glomus fasciculatum, AzospirillumCite this ArticleSaranya …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 13–16 Read article