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Palpitations (Khafaqan): Modern and Unani Medicine Perspectives
Abstract: Palpitation is a very common and sometimes frightening symptom and a regular clinical problem in general practice for frequent cardiology referrals. Although, described as an uncomfortable awareness of one’s own heartbeat, palpitations is a clinical entity with varied aetiology ranging from benign causes to serious arrhythmias. Unani system of medicine is an ancient science of health and healing. The modern equivalent term for palpitation in Unani medicine is Khafaqan. In …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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Assets and Liabilities of Commodification of Herbal (Ayurvedic) Medicine
Abstract: Herbs have been used since many decades as medicines for the treatment of various ailments. Indian system of medicine recommends different Ayurvedic formulations and multi-compound extracts. This ancient pharmacological techinque is beneficial in many diseases related to multiple causes such as chronic illness. In Classics various methods of preparation of Ayurvedic formulation have been described and these formulations are given to patients according to disease (vyaadhi), their constitution (Prakiti), pathology …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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A Multifunctional Drug “Zanjabeel” (Zingiber officinale) in Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: The various ancient systems like Unani, Ayurveda and Siddha use many plant species to treat totally different ailments. In treatment of many diseases the Unani system of medicine has been practiced since ancient times. Ancient medicine takes a complete approach when the physical, spiritual, and most frequently social well-being of patients is treated. Thus, the medicinal value of an herbal product could also be closely associated with its organic process …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Phytochemical Investigation, Safety and Efficacy Evaluation of Calpurnia aurea (ssps): Commonly Used Traditional Medicinal Plant in Ethiopia: A Compressive Review
Abstract: In Ethiopia, Calpurnia aurea (digita), a traditional medicinal plant is used for the treatment of syphilis, malaria, rabies, diabetes, hypertension, diarrhoea, leishmaniasis, trachoma, elephantiasis, fungal diseases and different other ailment of human and animals. It is important to find a scientific evidence for the traditional use and standardization of the medicinal plant to ensure safety, efficacy and quality through preliminary phytochemical screening, analysis, safety and efficacy studies. Based on this …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 23–31 Read article
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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
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Drug Resistance – Challenges & Ayurveda Solutions – Review Study
Abstract: Antimicrobial resistance & anticancer medicine resistance has been the challenge to the medical fraternity. There are different theories postulated for developing medicine resistance, that has resulted in the debate regarding the efficacy of the medicine; there has been increasing concern as the time take for developing resistance is getting shorter and the time for development a molecule has remained constant or increasing. This resulted in medicinal resistance within few years …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 13–16 Read article
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Unlocking Wellness by Ayurveda with Contrasting Modern Medicine
Abstract: In the modern world, we are so subordinate to drugs that we are unable to imagine a single day without them. Like smartphones, we are also addicted to pharmaceuticals, which significantly impact our lives. Constant utilization of medicine makes resistance and dependence on the medicament. It moreover has diverse side effects that cause various health hazards. As people become aware of this, the utilization of herbal remedies has expanded worldwide. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 16–20 Read article
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Automatic Medicine Dispenser Using QR Code
Abstract: The "Automatic Medicine Dispenser Using QR Code" revolutionizes healthcare by minimizing queue-related inconveniences through automated medicine dispensing. It integrates software for QR-based prescription management and hardware components like Arduino Mega 2560, IR sensors, and motors for precise dispensing. Additionally, it ensures real-time doctor notifications for medicine unavailability, enabling timely alternatives and uninterrupted patient care. The study comprises two teams, each dedicated to software and hardware development. On the software front, …
Published in International Journal of Solid State Innovations & Research · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digitalization of Community Health Screening in Unani Medicine: Bridging Tradition with Technology – A Perspective Review
Abstract: AI and digitalization bring a great opportunity for reforming and even improvement of traditional healthcare systems in Unani physiology. This review, therefore, observes the important role played by AI and digital health solutions in modernizing health screening and diagnostic procedures in Unani medicine, thereby bridging traditional healing practices with contemporary technological advancement. AI refers to the advantages that may accrue via wearable health devices and telemedicine in real-time monitoring, early …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 20–31 Read article
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Clinical Medicine Done with Clinical Accuracy
Abstract: The advancement of clinical medicine has progressively underscored the significance of accuracy in diagnosis and therapy. This article examines the concept of "Clinical Medicine Administered with Clinical Precision," emphasising how innovations in diagnostics, data analytics, and personalised treatments are transforming the healthcare environment. Clinicians can provide therapy that is not only successful but also personalised to each patient's requirements by combining evidence-based practices with patient-specific factors including genetic profiles, comorbidities, …
Published in Emerging Trends in Personalized Medicines · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 6–19 Read article
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Nanotechnology In Herbal Medicine
Abstract: Herbal medicine has been widely used for centuries as a natural and holistic approach to health care. However, many herbal compounds face challenges such as low solubility, low bioavailability, instability, and the lack of targeted delivery, which affect their efficacy. The integration of nanotechnology into herbal medicine has emerged as a promising strategy to overcome these challenges and enhance the pharmacological potential of plant-derived compounds. Nanocarriers such as liposomes, solid …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 28, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 50–69 Read article
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Alternative Medicine in Punjab: Gendered Patterns in Efficacy and Safety Outcomes
Abstract: Background: Alternative medicine remains an integral part of healthcare practices in Punjab, India. However, disparities based on gender and regional differences influence its usage, efficacy, and safety outcomes. Objective: To assess gendered and regional patterns in the use, perceived benefits, and safety concerns of alternative medicine among adults in Punjab. Methods: A mixed-methods, cross-sectional study was conducted among 620 adults (300 men, 320 women) from both urban and rural regions …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 9–12 Read article
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Medicinal Pteridophytes of Himachal Pradesh: Exploring Their Role in Alleviating Respiratory and Gastrointestinal Disorders
Abstract: Pteridophytes, comprising a diverse group of vascular cryptogams, have been widely used in traditional medicine for their medicinal properties. The therapeutic potential of different medicinal pteridophytes in treating gastrointestinal and respiratory conditions is investigated in this study. Their bioactive substances, including flavonoids, alkaloids, tannins, and saponins, which have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antispasmodic properties, are highlighted by both traditional knowledge and recent research. Specific species, such as Adiantum capillus-veneris (maidenhair fern), …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–7 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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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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Use and Perceived Effectiveness of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) among COVID-19 Survivors in UT Chandigarh
Abstract: Objectives: China originated virus popular as COVID-19 has threatened the current healthcare system of the world. Due to unavailability of its definitive treatment, alternate treatment practices like Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) are being considered for management. The present study aimed to assess the use and perceived effectiveness of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) among COVID-19 survivors. Methods: The study was conducted on the employees of selected 15 government banks …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 25–36 Read article
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Unlocking The Secrets Of Asbab-E-Sitta Zaruriyya: Unani Medicine's Key To Human Fitness
Abstract: The Unani system of medicine, also known as Graeco-Arabic medicine, draws its roots from the teachings of renowned Greek physician Hippocrates and Roman physician Galen. Over time, it evolved into a comprehensive medical system during the medieval era under the guidance of Arabian and Persian physicians such as Rhazes (al Razi), Avicenna (Ibn-e-Sina), Al-Zahrawi, and Ibn Nafis. Often referred to as the “Father of Unani medicine”, Buqrat (Hippocrates) hailed from …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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The Pioneers of Greek Medicine: Exploring the Classical Period and Influential Scholars
Abstract: Greek Medicine, an ancient medical system, emphasized holistic approaches, balance, and the interconnectedness of the body and environment. Its contributions to anatomy, pathology, pharmacology, and preventive care continue to shape Modern Medicine. This medical system thrived from around the 5th century BCE until the advent of modern medicine. Greek physicians, such as Hippocrates, Galen and Dioscorides, revolutionized the understanding of the Human Body, Disease, and therapeutic interventions. Central to the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–6 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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Integrated Approach of Unani Medicine in Geriatric Care
Abstract: Aging is a process of physical, psychological and social changes in multidimensional aspects. The percentage of elderly, in the world population is expected to increase rapidly from 9.5% in 1995 to 20.7% in 2050 and 30.5% in 2150. In India, the population of older people has risen from 4.9% in 1901 to 5.5% in 1951, 6.5% in 1991, 7.7% in 2001, and 8.3% in 2011 and will be 12% in …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 4–9 Read article