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156 articles for “Unani treatment”
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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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Evaluation of the efficacy and safety of Unani Medicine Tukhm-e-Karafs (Apium graveolans Linn) and Tukhm-e- Duqu (Peucedanum grande) in patients with urolithiasis by assessing the symptomatic relief, reduction/expulsion of urinary stones and urinary biochemical parameters.
Abstract: Background: - Karafs(Apium graveolans Linn) and Duqu (Peucedanum grande) are some of the main plants whose seeds are used in Unani System of Medicine from ancient times for a number of problems of urinary system like urinary retention, kidney and bladder stones , and other kidney diseases like nephrits, etc.Aim of the study: - To evaluate the efficacy and safety of Unani Medicine Tukhm-e-Karafs (Apium graveolans Linn) and Tukhm-e- Duqu …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Effect of Unani Pharmacopeial Formulation Damavi on Iron Profile in Cases of Anaemia
Abstract: Anaemia is decrease in red blood cells or haemoglobin in blood; its frequency is around 2.36 billion i.e. 33% in 2015. Important symptoms associated include paleness of skin, weakness, shortness of breath, poor ability to exercise, etc. Many Unani formulations are used for treating anaemia but in this study, Tab. Damavi was used to see its effect on iron profile. This study was carried out at Regional Research Institute of …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Homeopathic Management of Molluscum Contagiosum: A Case Report
Abstract: Molluscum contagiosum (MC) is a contagious poxvirus infection of the skin. It presents as single or multiple flesh-coloured, smooth, dome-shaped painless papules that typically have a central umbilication [1, 2]. Molluscum contagiosum virus (MCV) is transmitted through autoinoculation or to other individuals through physical contact or fomite. Thus, lesions that appear in localized area of the skin may spread to other regions of the body such as genital, perineal, pubic, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 26–30 Read article
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Exploring Herbal Treatment: A Comparative Review of Their Efficacy in Rheumatic Arthritis
Abstract: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that mostly affects the joints but can potentially have systemic consequences across various orggan. Traditional treatments such as Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (DMARDs) and Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) provide symptom relief but may cause side effects with varying severity long- termuse. Recent interest has emerged in herbal plants with anti-inflammatory properties, which have been used historically in Ayurvedic and Unani medicine. This review …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 13–21 Read article
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Diabetes and Diet: An Overview
Abstract: Diabetes is a chronic progressive disease that needs lifestyle changes, especially within the areas of nutrition and physical activity. Unani system of medicine also lays down great stress on treating diabetes by administration of specific diets or by regulating the quality and quantity of food. Though we have learned much regarding the dietary treatment of diabetes during the past several decades but most patients with diabetes still have difficulty in …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 28–32 Read article
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Eosinophilia and Its Management with Unani Formulation: A Case Report
Abstract: A 30-year-old man presented in the skin OPD of A & U Tibbia College, Karol Bagh, New Delhi-110005. He complained of diffuse itching without rashes or any lesion with raised absolute eosinophilic count since last 2 months. This patient diagnosed as a case of acute urticaria induced eosinophilia. Patient was given Naqooh Shahtara once daily and treatment was continued till 60 days. At the end of the study, Absolute Eosinophil …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 38–40 Read article
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Effect of Shodhana Therapy in Mandal Kushtha (Psoriasis): A Case study
Abstract: Psoriasis is a chronic dermatosis characterized by well-defined erythematous lesion covered by silvery loose scales. It affect patient physically as well as psychologically because it interrupt their cosmetic harmony. Treatment available on contemporary system is not curative but suppressive only. The point prevalence of dermatological cases was 9.25%. The point prevalence of psoriasis is 8% of total dermatological disorders. Among the psoriasis patients the ratio of male to female was …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Anti-Depressant Activity of Aqueous Leaf Extract of Pergularia daemia in In-Vivo Animal Models
Abstract: The plant leaf of Pergulariadaemia was used for management of depressive state in various traditional system of medicine like Ayurveda, Unani and Siddha. In the absence of substantial pharmacological data, the present study attempts to study the antidepressant activity of Pergulariademia aqueous extract, by using forced swim test and tail suspension test. Animals were grouped into four treatment groups (n=4) and injected with normal saline (control), imipramine-10 mg/kg (Standard drug), …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 21–26 Read article
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Hakim Ismail Jurjani (1042–1137 AD): Life, Works, and Medical Legacy
Abstract: Hakim Ismail Jurjani, also known as Seyyed Isma’il Jorjani, was among the most distinguished physicians and scholars of medieval Persian medicine whose contributions significantly influenced the development of Greco-Arab and Unani medical traditions. His monumental encyclopedia, Zakhīra Khwārazmshāhī (Treasure of the Khwarazm Shah), is regarded as one of the greatest medical compilations of the Islamic Golden Age and represents a landmark in the evolution of Persian scientific literature. Unlike earlier …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 31–36 Read article
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Tinospora Cordifolia (Willd.) Hook.f. & Thomson: A Review on Herbal Formulations and Health Benefits
Abstract: India has a vast variety of medicinal plants utilised as natural medicines since prehistoric times. Herbal medicine was the main form of treatment earlier in the 20th century because neither antibiotics nor analgesics were readily available. Nowadays, natural plant products are becoming more significant in clinical research since they have no side effects and have greater pharmacological response than allopathic medications. Tinospora cordifolia (Giloy or Guduchi) is a climbing shrub …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Effect of Munzij Mushil Therapy and Regimenal Modalities in Post Stroke Hemiplegic Patient: A Case Study
Abstract: The objective of this case report is to evaluate the effect of unani medicine and regiminal modalities in post stroke hemiplegic patient. The patient was given Munzij mushil therapy followed by regimes, i.e., Dalak, Riyazat and Inkebab for a period of one month. The patient was assessed on the Berg Balance Score, Barthel Index and Modified Ashworth Scale before and after treatment. Significant improvement has been observed after the completion …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Early and Premature Menopause
Abstract: For the sake of communal welfare and gender equality, women's health must be improved. The end of reproductive life is marked by menopause, which usually happens between the ages of 45 and 55 and is impacted by lifestyle, environmental, and genetic variables. Social injustices, poor diet, and reproductive stressors are associated with early menopause (before 45), which raises the risk of osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and cognitive decline. Decreases in …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Comprehensive Review of Satawar (Asparagus Racemosus)
Abstract: Asparagus racemosus Willd belongs to the family Asparagaceae, commonly known as Satavari. This Asparagus genus has around 300 species cultivated in the world, mainly grow in shade and tropical climates at low altitudes throughout the India, Asia, Australia and Africa and it is an indigenous monocot medicinal plant of India. Asparagus racemosus root extracts (AR) have possess a variety of pharmacological and therapeutic properties like Antioxidant, galactagogue, antiulcer, rejuvenative, phytoestrogenic, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 Read article
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Drug-Resistant TB—Problem and Management: a Review
Abstract: Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the oldest diseases known to affect humans. TB is a major cause of death worldwide. The bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis is the causative agent of TB. It usually affects the lungs and causes pulmonary TB. The intestine, meninges, bones, joints, lymph glands, skin and other tissues of the body are also affected. TB caused by drug-susceptible strains is curable in virtually all the cases after proper …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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A Review: Carissa Carendas Leaves: Phytochemical Constituents, Traditional Use, and Pharmacological Properties
Abstract: Carissa carendas called Karanda are used in many traditional systems Unani, Ayurveda, homeopathic systems. Traditionally various herbal drugs used in curing many diseases are used singly or in a combination of another herbal drugs. Carissa carendas is all part of plant-like fruit, root, leaves all parts is used to treat many diseases traditionally. Various herbal drugs individually or in combination have been recommended for the treatment of different diseases. The …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany Read article
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A Review of Brief Study on Nyctanthes arbor-tristis
Abstract: Nyctanthes arbor-tristis, commonly called Parijat or Night-Flowering Jasmine, is a medicinal shrub with significant therapeutic value. This article provides a detailed examination of the plant’s pharmacological effects, traditional applications, phytochemical composition, and botanical features, along with its potential for therapeutic use. Known for its longstanding role in Ayurvedic and other traditional medical practices, Nyctanthes arbor-tristis has been traditionally used to treat a wide range of ailments, with recent studies confirming …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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Randomized Placebo Controlled Trial Comparing the Efficacy of Satawar (Asparagus racemosus) & Zeera sufaid (Cuminum cyminum) in Qillat-ul-laban (Oligogalactia)
Abstract: A state when the production of milk in lactating mother is too scanty to be sufficient for the infant is called “Oligogalactia”. Its prevalence is 45–53.6% in India and is increasing nowadays. Present study was aimed to see the efficacy of satawar and zeera sufaid for improvement in lactation in the patients of oligogalactia. In this prospective randomized controlled trial, all apparently normal mothers delivered a single full term baby …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 39–44 Read article
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To Develop the Assessment Criteria of Gurū and Snigdha Guna of Shukra with Respect to Musalyadi Churna on Shukra Dhatu Kshaya (Oligospermia)
Abstract: In the present era due to change in our lifestyle we are facing many problems related to health specially, Shukradhatukshaya. Many couples did not have issue. By keeping in mind the ratio of Shukradhatukshya increasing, this research work was done to treat the problem of Shukradhatukshya based on Ayurvedic principals. Total 40 oligospermia patient were registered and assessed the subjective parameter in grading pattern 0, 1, 2, 3 and 4 …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Clinical Evaluation of Efficacy of Acacia arabica (Aqaqia) in Uterine Prolapse (Nutue Rehm)
Abstract: Uterine prolapse (Nutue Rehm) still remains an issue of major health concern affecting large population of women in both developing and developed countries. Estimate suggests that 50% of parous women have some degree of genital prolapse for quite a long period. The objectives of the study were to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Acacia arabica (aqaqia) in the management of Nutue Rehm and to improve the quality of life …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 8–16 Read article