Homeopathic Research Articles

Hiperplasia mamária e cística canina

Mammary hyperplasia is a benign proliferation of the epithelial and mesenchymal stroma of the mammary glands. This condition can be caused by the increase of progesterone in the circulation. This study reports the case of a female Pitbull that presented clinical symptoms of mammary and cystic hyperplasia five months after the weaning of her litter of eight. The cytological test of the dog's breasts via puncture with a fine needle confirmed mastitis. The histopathological test demonstrated mammary hyperplasia with ductal fibrosis and a cystic area in the right breast (M5R). Initially, the homeopathic treatment was established with the prescription of Bryonia alba 6cH, Phytolacca decandra6cH and Arnica montana 30cH. On the fifth day of treatment, the complete resolution of the inflammatory condition of the left mammary chain (ML) was achieved. The right mammary chain (MR) demonstrated the resolution of M1 to M4, with persistence of a focal inflammatory area in the right M5 (M5R). In order to continue treatment of the inflammatory residue in M5R, Calcarea fluorica 9cH was added on the tenth day of treatment, in addition to the other previously mentioned homeopathic medications. The treatment period lasted 45 days, proving effective for the left breast, and resolving 90% of the inflammatory condition in the right breast, from M1 to M4. After this period, the animal underwent mammary biopsy of the M5R in a unilateral mastectomy procedure. It was concluded that the chosen homeopathic medication is an option for the treatment of mammary and cystic hyperplasia in dogs.

Homeopathic medicine based on Carapichea Ipecacuanha for the treatment of alcoholism

Based on the results of the SWOT-analysis, the prospects and strategy for the development of a homeopathic medicinal product based on ipecacuanha are substantiated. It was found that there is only one domestic complex drug on the pharmaceutical market. It is shown that reduction of the cost and improvement of the quality of the starting material is possible with the use of biotechnological methods. Ultrasonic filtration is proposed to obtain the matrix tincture. It has been established that a homeopathic remedy with ipecacuanha can be a means of additional therapy at the stage of detoxification and the formation of patient's alcohol aversion. The necessity of additional research and improvement of quality control methods is proved.

The homeopathic treatment of concentration issues associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults: a case report

The homeopathic treatment of concentration issues associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults: a case report

The thermal 'Buddha Board'-application of microstructured polyolefin films for variable thermal infrared transparency materials.

In this study, we explore the innovative application of biological principles of scattering foams and structural colouration of white materials to manipulate the transmission properties of thermal infrared (IR) radiation, particularly within the 8-14 μm wavelength range in polyolefin materials. Inspired by the complex skin of organisms such as chameleons, which can dynamically change colour through structural alterations, as well as more mundane technologies such as Buddha Boards and magic water colouring books, we are developing methods to control thermal IR transmission using common thermoplastic materials that are semi-transparent to thermal IR radiation. Polyethylene and polypropylene, known for their versatility and cost-effectiveness, can be engineered into microstructured sheets with feature sizes spanning from 5 to 100 μm. By integrating these precisely moulded microstructures with index-matching fluids, specifically IR transparent oils, we achieve a reversible modification of the thermal transmission properties. This novel approach not only mimics the adaptive functionality of natural systems but also offers a practical and scalable solution for dynamic thermal management. Our results indicate a promising pathway for the development of new materials that can adapt their IR properties in real time, paving the way for smarter thermal management solutions via radiative emission/absorption.

The Patient Population at Homeopathic Outpatient Clinics across India: A Clinical Data Collection Study.

Even though several initiatives have been undertaken in different locations worldwide to collect clinical data in homeopathy, it is important to further investigate these aspects in the context of health care in India. The study aimed to gather and analyze patients' clinical data and to derive insights into homeopathic treatment using an internet-based software program for data storage, retrieval and repertorization. A multi-center observational study was conducted across 14 homeopathy outpatient clinics in India that are affiliated with the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH). Patient symptoms and demographic details were documented anonymously, and prescriptions were guided by repertorial suggestions from the Vithoulkas Compass software. During follow-up visits, treatment outcome was also recorded using an online assessment form. A retrospective analysis of data on patients' demographics, follow-up visits, morbidity (International Classification of Diseases 11th Revision), rubrics used, prescribed medicines and the level of improvement was achieved using Microsoft Excel-generated pivot tables. Throughout the study duration of one year a total of 2,811 patients attended the 14 outpatient clinics, of whom 2,468 were new patients with a total of 2,172 initial homeopathic prescription entries. Across the study, there were 3,491 prescriptions and 1,628 follow-up consultations for 868 follow-up patients, all of which data were thoroughly analyzed. The highest frequency of patients was in the 20-49 age group, and a higher proportion of the patients overall was female. Musculoskeletal, dermatological and respiratory complaints were the most frequently reported. The rubrics "Desire for sweets" and "Desire for spices" emerged as the most commonly used in the repertorizations. Further, Sulphur stood out as the most commonly prescribed medicine overall. With homeopathic treatment, some degree of clinical improvement was reported in 86% of the follow-up cases. Homeopathy is prescribed in CCRH outpatient clinics for a wide range of ailments in people across India, with at least some clinical improvement noted in a high proportion of those patients. The large-scale systematic data collection in these clinics has provided clear insights into the use and clinical value of homeopathy in India, with the potential to build a substantive nationwide data inventory over time.

Exploring the types of interpersonal conflicts using NRI-RQV and the emerging homoeopathic remedies: A case series

Exploring the types of interpersonal conflicts using NRI-RQV and the emerging homoeopathic remedies: A case series

Understanding of potentization process of homoeopathic medicine of Aurum Metallicum and its characterisation

Understanding of potentization process of homoeopathic medicine of Aurum Metallicum and its characterisation

Insights on childhood insomnia and its Homoeopathic treatment approaches – A narrative review

Insights on childhood insomnia and its Homoeopathic treatment approaches – A narrative review

A case report on the impact of homoeopathic intervention in psychosis

A case report on the impact of homoeopathic intervention in psychosis

Formulation & Evaluation of Syzynium jambolanam extract for treatment of diabetes mellitus

Diabetes mellitus has become a serious and chronic metabolic disorder that results from a complex interaction of genetic and environmental factors. The patient of diabetes had polyuria (passing excessive urine) Diabetes can be caused by too little insulin, resistance to insulin, or both. Diabetes is a chronic disease marked by high level of sugar in the blood. Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by chronic hyperglycemia with disturbances of carbohydrates, fats and protein metabolism resulting from the defect in insulin secretion, insulin action or both. More than 300 million individuals worldwide are affected by this condition, and the number is growing rapidly because current medical technology has no permanent cure Homoeopathy is one such area of medicine that has had some success in the treatment of diabetes. Diabetes can be caused by too little insulin, resistance to insulin, or both. Diabetes is a chronic disease marked by high level of sugar in the blood Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by chronic hyperglycemia with disturbances of carbohydrates, fats and protein metabolism resulting from the defect in insulin secretion, insulin action or both. There are two major types of diabetes that is Type 1 DM, Type 2 DM. other types are Homoeopathy uses natural materials such as plants, animals, minerals to prepare medicines from. Plants form a major portion of homoeopathic medicines. Plants such as Syzygiumjambolanum, Gymnemasylvestre, etc. have long been used to treat diabetes traditionally as well as in homoeopathy. These plants act in reducing the blood glucose level.

Qualitative Assessment of Achyranthes aspera Linn bark extract

Achyranthes aspera Linn. is a well-known plant drug in Ayurvedic, Unani-Tibbi, Siddha, Allopathic, Homeopathic, Naturopathic and Home Remedies. The present study deals with the pharmacognostic evaluation of root part of Achyranthes aspera Linn. (Amaranthaceae). Macroscopic and microscopic examinations of root part, observations and differential microchemical test has been carried out for the authentication of the samples. Physiochemical values such as the Moisture contents, percentage of total ash, acid insoluble ash, acid soluble ash, extractive values like petroleum ether-soluble extractives, ethanol-soluble extractives and water-soluble extractives were calculated as well as colour reactions of powder and extract with different chemicals were performed. The extracts were subjected to qualitative screening test for various constituents. The phytochemical tests revealed the presence of sterols, proteins, flavanoids tannins and carbohydrates. These observations will help in the Pharmacognostical identification and standardization of the drug in the crude form and also to distinguish the drug from its adulteration.

Evaluation of Anti-Cancer Potential of Homeopathic Medicines by In-Vitro Study on Human Breast, Lung and Colorectal Cancer Cells

The purpose of this study is to assess the cytotoxic effects of homoeopathic drugs on cancer cell lines by In-vitro experiment. Background: Homoeopathy is a renowned therapeutic approach in many nations across the world. However, the approach has sparked much scientific discussion concerning its efficacy and methods of action. This is particularly true when it comes to the application of homeopathy in cancer treatment. Objective: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the cytotoxic effect of homoeopathic remedies on cancer cells and to emphasise the therapeutic effects of 50 Millesimal potencies. Materials & Methods: Carcinosinum, Conium maculatum, and Asterias rubens were the drugs used in 0/1 potency against the MCF 7 breast cancer cell line. Carcinosinum, Nitric acid, and Ruta were the drugs in 0/1 potency used against the HCT 116 colorectal cancer cell line and the NCI-H460 lung cancer cell line. 90% alcohol medicated on poppy-sized globules, dried fully and used as a control for all cell lines. The cytotoxicity has been assessed using the standard MTT test. Results: The LC50 values of the medicines tested on breast and lung cancer cells were not obtained up to 40000 ppm concentrations, as a result, cytotoxicity evaluation was not possible. The LC50 values of the medicines tested on Colo-rectal cancer cells were obtained around 20,000 ppm concentration and showed a gradual increase in Cell Death with increasing Concentration of exposure of the drugs. As a result, these drugs revealed cytotoxic qualities as well as anti-cancer actions. Conclusion: Despite the objective facts, we cannot reach a definite conclusion about the anti-cancer effectiveness of these drugs in vitro because several aspects of homeopathy's action are unlikely to be replicated in In-vitro study. Determination of reasons for the same or understanding the molecular mechanism of resistance of the cell lines to the cytotoxic effects of the drugs were not within the purview of the study and these can be addressed in future studies. Keywords: Homeopathy, Cancer, MCF-7, HCT 116, NCI-H 460, In-Vitro, Carcinosinum, Conium maculatum, Asteria rubens, Ruta graveolens, Nitric acid, 50 Millesimal Potency, MTT Assay.

Plant Sources of Formulated Homoeopathic Drugs

A survey was conducted in the homoeopathic pharmacies in Chennai to study the plant sources of formulated homoeopathic drugs that are common and popularly sold in commercial outlets. This study deals with 127 homoeopathic medicinal plants that are used in various formulated preparations such as cosmetics, drops, oils, ointments, powders, tablets and tonics. Medicinal plants that are exclusively used as mother tinctures diluted and prescribed by homoeopathic practitioners for treatment are excluded. Many practitioners of homoeopathic system prescribe formulated drugs manufactured by the pharmaceutical companies that specialize in homoeopathic drugs. Another survey was conducted to explore the most frequent prescriptions given by the homoeopathic practitioners in Tamil Nadu. Plant sources of these prescriptions are studied. It is found that 34 of these plant sources are commonly used as ingredients in many formulated drugs sold in the commercial outlets.

Depleting Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of Jharkhand State

The newly created state of Jharkhand is very rich in the plant wealth and other natural resources. The area has maxium concentration of tribal population in North India. The forests have several medicinal and aromatic plants that are being used as a source of medicines in various systems viz., Ayurveda, Siddha Unani and Homoeopathy. Due to continous habitat destruction fragmentation of forests, urbanization coupled with population explosion and agricultural growth, there is unprecedented pressure on plants wealth culminating into loss of biodiversity at an alarming rate. The authors have regularly been surveying the state for the last fifteen years. Based on the field survey literature and screening ca 24 medicinal plants whose populations have been continously depleting are identified and reported in the present communication.

Homoeopathic treatment for chronic cough – a multicentric, prospective, exploratory trial

Context Cough is a major symptom of respiratory and some non-respiratory ailments for which patients usually seek primary medical care. Homoeopathy is frequently used for treatment of chronic cough. Objective This study aims to assess whether homoeopathy is useful for treating chronic cough resulting from Upper airway cough syndrome (UACS), Asthma and related syndromes, or Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Study Design A multi‑centre, exploratory, prospective trial. Study setting The study was conducted in the outpatient departments of 10 centres of CCRH, India from May 2018 – June 2020. Patients Patients of any gender, between 7-65 years of age, presenting with cough lasting >8 weeks, were enrolled. Main Outcome Measure(s) Cough Severity Index (CSI) and EQ-5D-5L scales were used to analyse the outcomes. Results Out of 2397 patients screened only 706 cases, with minimum four follow ups were analysed, on modified Intention to Treat (mITT) basis. CSI and EQ-5D-5L scores were used to analyse the outcomes of the study. The mean of the CSI score at baseline was 19.09 whereas it reduced to 3.89 in the eighth follow-up with p value <0.01. The mean of the EQ-5D-5L score at baseline was 50.59 which increased to 73.79 in the last follow-up, with p-value<0.05. Phosphorus, Arsenic album, Pulsatilla, Sulphur, Lycopodium and Silica were found to be the most frequently prescribed medicines.

Abutilon indicum: Bioactive Compounds and Diverse Therapeutic Applications

: A large variety of secondary metabolites are found in medicinal plants, and the majority are significant in medicine. One of the well-known plant species used to cure a wide range of human illnesses is Abutilon indicum. The plant Abutilon indicum has a wide range of therapeutic uses, and its varied parts have been employed to cure a wide range of ailments. Numerous bioactive substances, such as polyphenols, flavonoids, alkaloids, saponins, tannins, and glycosides are present in the plant. Potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, hepatoprotective, hypoglycaemic, analgesic, sedative, and diuretic activities have been demonstrated in these compounds. Additionally, the plant has been shown to have cytoprotective properties and to guard against DNA damage brought on by oxidative stress. Future research is required to pinpoint the specific bioactive chemicals responsible for the pharmacological effects of Abutilon indicum and the molecular mechanisms underlying the plant's therapeutic uses. Overall, Abutilon indicum has demonstrated great therapeutic potential and deserves further study as a possible source of homeopathic treatments for various illnesses. The present study covers a summary of the phytochemical and ethnomedicinal applications of Abutilon Indicum that would further help in exploring the research in natural medicine.

Healing of Haemorrhoidal Disease with Homoeopathy – A Case Series

AbstractHaemorrhoidal disease is recognised as one of the most common proctologic medical conditions in general population. This is a case series of five patients suffering from haemorrhoidal disease having intense pain while defecation, swelling around anus, bleeding per rectum, itching in anus and prolapsed internal haemorrhoids which were healed completely by the individualised homoeopathy without any surgical intervention. Haemorrhoidal disease symptom score and a disease-specific short health score were used to assess the symptom severity and improvement in quality of life of the patients, measured at baseline, third and at sixth month of the treatment. The possible causal attribution of the changes was assessed. The cases were reported according to the HOM-CASE guidelines. Homoeopathic medicines such as Acidum nitricum, Aesculus hippocastanum, Lycopodium clavatum, Nux vomica and Thuja occidentalis were found useful.

Protocol Standardization of Homeopathic Medicines' Preparation and Dosing for Experimental Model Systems In Vitro.

Protocol Standardization of Homeopathic Medicines' Preparation and Dosing for Experimental Model Systems In Vitro.

Improving the complex therapy of dysphonia in respiratory infections and SARS-COV-2

Significantly aggravating the clinical course and negatively affecting the quality of life of patients, voice disorders in acute respiratory viral infection (ARVI) and SARS-CoV-2 require correction of treatment. Aim. To determine the effectiveness of Homeovox® in the complex therapy of dysfunctions in patients with respiratory infections and SARS-CoV-2 Materials and methods. The clinical study was conducted by a single-stage observational method, without intervention, at the clinical base of the Department of Otorhinolaryngology of the South Ural State Medical University in the period 2022–2023. The results of a study of 45 patients who suffered from acute respiratory and coronavirus infection SARS-CoV-2, accompanied by dysphonia, are presented. Results. There was a significant difference in the results of conservative treatment of patients previously divided into 2 groups according to the study design. Thus, in the second group (n=22), in addition to medical and economic standards, who received a multicomponent homeopathic medicine in accordance with the instructions, earlier recovery periods and statistically reliable restoration of vocal function were established until complete restoration of vocal function. Standard medical and economical therapy of patients of the first (n=23) and second groups included: administration of antiviral and antihistamines, local decongestants, irrigation therapy, symptomatic treatment. Conclusion. The assessment of dysphonia on three scales: the VASH scale, the Wilson Yanagihara scale and the GRBAS classification of voice disorders confirmed the restoration of voice function and recovery at an earlier date in patients who additionally took a homeopathic drug

Association between Usage of Prophylactic AYUSH Medicines and Disease Severity in COVID-19 Patients: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

Prior vaccination is often studied for its impact on individuals' post-infection prognosis. Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy (AYUSH) medicines, advised by the Government of India as prophylaxis during the first wave of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, were consumed by the masses in 2020. A study was therefore undertaken to observe any association between the prior usage of AYUSH prophylactic medicines and post-infection severity as reported by recovered COVID-19 individuals. This was a retrospective, multi-centre, cohort study conducted in 21 cities of India from 5th August to 30th November 2020. Data from recovered COVID-19 patients, of either sex or any age, captured information about AYUSH prophylactic medicines intake prior to infection, disease severity, symptomatology, duration of complaints, etc. The study participants were grouped into AYUSH intake and non-intake. Primary composite outcome was the disease clinical course. Secondary clinical outcomes were the rate of and time to clinical recovery. Data of 5,023 persons were analysed. Ayurveda or homeopathic prophylactic medicines were consumed by more than half of the study participants: that is, 56.85% (n = 1,556) and 56.81% (n = 1,555) respectively. The overall adjusted protective effect (PE) of AYUSH prophylactic intake against moderate/severe forms of COVID-19 disease was 56.7% (95% confidence interval [CI], 48.7 to 63.50; p < 0.001). Adjusted PE for homeopathy and Siddha was 52.9% (95% CI, 42.30 to 61.50; p < 0.001) and 59.8% (95% CI, 37.80 to 74.10; p < 0.001), respectively. A statistically significant association was found between AYUSH prophylactic medicine intake and clinical recovery more frequently by the 3rd day of illness (χ2 = 9.01; p = 0.002). Time to resolution of symptoms in the AYUSH intake group was on average 0.3 days earlier than in the non-intake group (p = 0.002). AYUSH prophylactics were associated with statistically significant levels of protection against COVID-19 disease severity. Amongst these, previous intake of homeopathy or Siddha medicines was associated with some protection against moderate/severe illness and with a somewhat quicker clinical recovery. Prospective studies with experimental research design are needed to validate the findings of this study. Clinical Trials Registry-India (CTRI/2020/08/027000).