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312 articles for “Unani medicines”
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Breast Feeding and Unani Medicinal Plants with Galactagogue Potential
Abstract: Breast feeding is the best choice for infant health as breast milk contains the perfect amount of all nutrients required for the growth and development of the baby. However, surveys indicate that the majority of babies today are bottle-fed. Many mothers avoid breast feeding because they feel it is socially unacceptable, that it interferes with employment or social life, that it will affect their physical attractiveness, or because of fear …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Therapeutic Potential of Sheetraj (Plumbago Zeylanica Linn.)-A Potent Drug of Unani Medicine
Abstract: Plumbago zeylanica also known as Sheetraj or Chitraka belongs to the family Plumbaginaceae. It is one of the important medicinal plants which is used worldwide due to its therapeutic value. Therefore, this work carried out on Sheetraj has been, gathered, analyzed and reviewed using references from different sources like classical text and indexed journals. The aim of this review is to provide data or comprehensive information related to the chemical …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 40–51 Read article
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A Cross Sectional Study Report on Prevalence of Obesity and its Associated Risk Factor among Patients Attending National Institute of Unani Medicine, India
Abstract: Background and objective: Obesity (Siman e Mufrat) is defined as deposition of excess adipose tissue mass and increased body weight. As per National Family Health Survey (NFHS-4) in 2015–16, India’s obesity doubled in last 10 years. The prevalence of obesity is higher among the urban than rural, high socioeconomic states and in south India from 1998 to 2018. This study was designed to estimate the prevalence of obesity among patients …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Knowledge, Attitude and Practices (KAP) of Child Upbringing among Mothers Visiting OPDs of National Institute of Unani Medicine Hospital
Abstract: Background and Objective: Child rearing refers to bringing-up of children by parents or parent substitutes and influenced by child rearing knowledge. Parenting style and child rearing practices relate to many aspects of child development from infancy to the end of adolescence such as children’s cognitive development emotional development, school readiness, eating disorders, academic achievement, emotional well-being, delinquency and eating disorders. Hence considering the importance of child rearing practices upon the …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 16–24 Read article
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Research in the Unani System of Medicine: A Review
Abstract: The Unani system of medicine is one of the oldest medicine systems serving humanity till today, and that in itself is proof of the correctness of its principles. Acient living people and their disease management was possible because of these traditional medicine systems and Unani being one of these. As each science has its own basis and goals, so odes Unani science. Like all other sciences, its progress also requires …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Urticaria (Sharā) with Reference to Unani and Modern Medicine Concept: An Overview
Abstract: Urticaria is one of the common ailments of skin which may be considered as an extremely disabling and difficult-to-treat condition. Urticaria is the fourth-most prevalent allergic disease which occurs due to the release of histamine, bradykinin, kallikrein, and other vasoactive substances from mast cells and basophils in the superficial dermis. It is appropriate to not call it one disease, instead it can be considered as a reaction pattern of the …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 42–47 Read article
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Urinary Tract Infection (Tadiya-e-Majra-e-Baul) in Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: In classical Unani system of medicine Tadiya-E-Majra-e-Baul. (Urinary Tract Infection) comes under the heading of Hirqatul-baul (burning micturition) which is caused by obstruction in Urinary Tract due to stone, Jisme Gharib (foreign body) Ghaliz Ghost (Badgosh), Hamal (Pregnancy), and Characterized by frequency of micturition, urgency of micturition, burning micturition and anuria . It is an Unani Medicine of Shora Qalmi, Rewand Chini and Kababchini. Having safe and good result in …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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MUNDI: An Important Medicinal Plant of Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Unani system of medicine (USM) is a rich source of medicinal herbs, used from centauries. The versatility and richness of USM is due to interaction of various treatment system, where the Unani physicians and scholars have not only included the drugs from other herbal medicines but has lead a new ways and dimensions of experiments and therapeutic uses of such herbs. Mundi is one of the herbs, which has been …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 42–50 Read article
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Treatment Option for COVID-19
Abstract: Since the emergence of COVID-19 in Wuhan, China, it has been a challenge for medical fraternity in respect of prevention and treatment. Various treatment modules are in vogue but all are supportive and based on hit and trial design. Hardly if any from advanced stage is recovered. Outcome with supportive and assumptive treatments is better and almost all recovered from COVID-19 infection are from mild to moderate categories. Presently Hydroxychloroquine, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Review on Darunaj-aqrabi (Doronicum hookeri C.B. Clarke): an Unexplored Medicinal Plant of Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Introduction: The rhizomes of medicinal plant Darunaj-aqrabi (Doronicum hookeri C.B. Clarke ex Hook.f.) (Family Asteraceae) has long been used in Unani system of medicine (USM) as Cardiac tonic (invigorative and exhilarant), nervine tonic, carminative, protective of the foetus, antidotary etc. in different dosage forms. It is included in specific drugs for heart and is much valuable for palpitation. Because of having antidotal characteristics and protective (corrective) attributes, the rhizomes are …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 41–52 Read article
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Regulatory Perspectives of Ayurvedic, Siddha and Unani Formularies and Pharmacopoeias
Abstract: The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Siddha Formulary of India, Siddha Pharmacopoeia of India, National Formulary of Unani Medicine, Unani Pharmacopoeia of India are included in the Schedule I of the Drugs and Cosmetic Act 1940 and rules made thereunder and serve as a tool for regulatory compliance and standardization tool for the Ayurvedic, Siddha and Unani system of medicines respectively. The Pharmacopoeias of Ayurvedic, Siddha and …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 56–64 Read article
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A Case Report on "Takrare Isqate Hamal" (Recurrent Foetal Loss Syndrome) and Prevention by Unani Herbal Medicine
Abstract: In Unani system of medicine, Isqate Hamal is defined as a process in which the foetus is expelled out from the uterus before viability. During abortion, the women experience same events as at the time of delivery. The duration of pregnancy is usually 9 months and 12 days. Abortion can occur at any time of gestation starting from implantation to 20 weeks of gestation. Abortion is classified as early and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 21–24 Read article
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Role of Unani Herbal Medicine in the Management of Acute Hepatitis (Warm Kabid Haad)
Abstract: In unani system of medicine acute hepatitis is known as Warm Kabid Haad. Almost all unani physicians described about hepatitis; its etiology, sign and symptoms, prevention and treatment in their classical texts. In conventional system viral infections of the liver are classified as hepatitis A, B, C, D and E viruses. Hepatitis A is a milder version of the disease, whereas hepatitis D is more severe. Hepatitis is of two …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Urticaria Uncovered: Understanding The Condition And Optimizing Its Management
Abstract: Urticaria, also known as hives, is a skin condition characterized by pale red, raised, and itchy bumps. The name "urticaria" is derived from the Latin words "urtica" and "urere," which mean nettle and to burn, respectively. This skin rash manifests as pink to flesh-colored plaques that are non-pitting and edematous. The primary cause of urticaria is believed to be a condition known as "Fasad e Dam," which refers to blood …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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A Review on Concept of Basoor-e-Labaniya (Acne Vulgaris) and Its Management in Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Acne vulgaris is one of the most common diseases affecting more than 85% of adolescents and young adults. It is one of the most common diseases affecting humanity and its impact on quality of life is important. Acne is a cutaneous disease of the pilosebaceous unit in which there is abnormality in sebum production. It is characterised by both inflammatory (papules, pustules and nodules) and non-inflammatory comedones (open and closed) …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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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
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Unani System of Medicine in Dentistry–A Review
Abstract: The dental afflictions are indubitably the most important global infectious diseases. Herbal medicines along with the extracts from the plants together are used for orofacial ailments since the time immemorial. Disease management in any discipline whatsoever rests on proper diagnosis, which in turn is dependent upon assiduous observation of the patient's complaint and temperament. Unani medicine is no exception; ergo, is looked upon as a welcome pragmatic chemotherapeutic approach. The …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 27–35 Read article
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Clinical Observation of Unani Drugs Safoof-E-Bars and Majoon Dabidul Ward in Treatment of Vitiligo
Abstract: Unani medicine is very good, perfect and effective medicine, especially for vitiligo, without side effect and with low cost. After the observation of many vitiligo patients, I have made Unani medicine for vitiligo, which is very safe, effective, relieving and affordable for anyone. I observed the patients’ complaint and according to that, used drug of choice in Unani medicine for vitiligo. I have treated a 17 year old female patient …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 12–14 Read article
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Aromatherapy (Lakhlakha) in Unani System of Medicine: A Review
Abstract: Aromatherapy is a contemporary term for a restorative art that is ages old. It is one of the regimens of Ilaj-Bil- Tadbir (Regimental Therapy) hired for the maintenance and renewal of health under Unani system of medicine. The word aromatherapy is new,however the fundamental idea has been taken from Unani medicine, as glaring from the evaluate of popular Unani text. He himself used aromatherapy withinside the forms of lakhlakha/shumoom (inhalation) …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 22–25 Read article
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Management of Warm Kabid Haad (Acute Hepatitis) by Unani Herbal Medicine
Abstract: Hepatitis, is a general term refers to inflammation of the liver, may be due to various causes mostly by the virus which leads to hepatocytes damage with subsequent cell death. Symptoms include fatigue, anorexia, nausea and right upper quadrant tenderness. In Unani system of medicine acute Hepatitis is known as Warm Kabid Haad has been described under the heading of Jaundice. For the management, several single as well as compound …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 25–31 Read article