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RASADRAVYA VARGEEKARANA AND RATIONALITY BEHIND THE CLASSIFICATION
Background: Rasashastra, literally meaning the "Science of Mercury," is a specialized branch of Ayurveda that primarily deals with Rasadravyas and their pharmaceutical processing and therapeutic applications. Rasadravyas include substances of mineral (Khaneeja), animal (Praneeja)...
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The incorporation of the Internet of Things (IoT) into pharmaceutical sciences is transforming the way drug delivery systems are designed and how patient care is delivered. By enabling connectivity between devices, sensors, and digital platforms, IoT supports the development of i...
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LEECH THERAPY IN PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY: A REVIEW ARTICLE
Medicinal leech therapy (hirudotherapy) has re-emerged over the past five decades as an important adjunct in plastic and reconstructive surgery, chiefly for the salvage of flaps and replanted or revascularised tissue compromised by venous congestion. The medicinal leech (Hirudo m...
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The present study was carried out to evaluate the comparative in vitro antioxidant activity of aqueous and alcoholic extracts of Mimosa pudica L. using the DPPH free radical scavenging assay. Medicinal plants are considered important natural sources of antioxidants due to the pre...
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Disease-related malnutrition (DRM) mandates routine screening in many nations to ensure quality care as nutritional status often deteriorates during hospitalization. This study aimed to establish tool-specific prevalence benchmarks at admission and disc...
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Background: Most workers in the field of laser stimulation for wound healing have applied wave length that presumably do not produce serious damage to the skin of the host. Laser stimulated several aspects of wound healing involving stimulation of blood clotting, phagocytosis by...
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ENHANCEMENT OF GASTRIC RESIDENCE TIME OF ATAZANAVIR VIA FLOATING DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEM
Enhancement of Gastric Residence Time of Atazanavir via Floating Drug Delivery System Atazanavir sulphate (ATV) is a potent HIV-1 protease inhibitor widely used in the treatment of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection. However, its oral bioavailability is limited due to p...
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The global dietary supplement industry has witnessed unprecedented growth over the past decade, driven by rising consumer awareness of preventive healthcare, an ageing population, and the increasing popularity of self-care and wellness products. However, dietary supplements occup...
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MANAGEMENT OF PSORIASIS BY RAKTAMOKSHAN: A NARRATIVE REVIEW
Background: Psoriasis is a chronic, immune-mediated inflammatory skin disorder characterized by well-defined erythematous plaques covered with silvery-white scales. It affects approximately 2–3% of the global population and has a significant impact on the physical, psychological,...
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A CRITICAL REVIEW ON MUKHA LEPA THROUGH SCIENTIFIC APPROACH
Background: Skin issues like acne, pigmentation, dullness, and early aging are becoming more prevalent due to unhealthy lifestyle choices, stress, environmental toxins, and inadequate nutrition. Ayurveda outlines various external treatments for achieving healthy skin, among which...
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FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF MENSTRUAL PAIN RELIEF ROLL-ON
Aim: The present study aimed to formulate and evaluate a herbal menstrual pain relief roll-on using natural ingredients as a safe, effective, and convenient topical alternative for the management of dysmenorrhea. Materials and Methods: The formulation was prepared using red raspb...
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Clitoria ternatea L. (Fabaceae), commonly known as butterfly pea or Aparajita, is a well-known medicinal plant widely distributed in tropical regions. It is rich in bioactive constituents such as flavonoids, anthocyanins, phenolic compounds, and tannins, which exhibit potent anti...
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Picrorhiza kurroa Royle ex Benth. is an endangered medicinal herb of Himalayas used extensively in traditional medicine for the treatment of liver disorders. The review describes the botanical characters, ethnomedicinal uses, phytochemical constituents, pharmacological activities...
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is closely associated with obesity and metabolic disturbances. Although diet quality has been linked to metabolic outcomes, its role relative to adiposity remains unclear. This study aimed to evaluate differences in bioch...
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Metabolic diseases are rising rapidly across the Asia-Pacific region as traditional diets are displaced by refined, low-fibre foods. Resistant starch (RS) is a fermentable dietary component that modulates gut microbial activity and short-chain fatty aci...
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to establish a predictive model for opportunistic sarcopenia applicable to Chinese cancer patients, so as to quickly detect the occurrence of this condition and provide a basis for early clinical intervention. METHODS AND STUDY...
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Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by persistent hyperglycemia and associated with severe complications such as cardiovascular diseases, nephropathy, neuropathy, and retinopathy. Among available therapeutic agents, meglitinide drugs including repaglin...
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MANAGEMENT OF PSORIASIS BY RAKTAMOKSHAN: A NARRATIVE REVIEW
Background: Psoriasis is a chronic, immune-mediated inflammatory skin disorder characterized by well-defined erythematous plaques covered with silvery-white scales. It affects approximately 2–3% of the global population and has a significant impact on the physical, psychological,...
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ROLE OF PANCHAKARMA IN STREEROGA AND PRASUTI TANTRA
Streeroga and Prasuti Tantra, the branch of Ayurveda dealing with gynecology and obstetrics, emphasizes maintaining women's health through preventive and curative approaches. Panchakarma, the fivefold bio- purification therapy, plays a significant role in balancing the doshas, im...
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Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal, known in Unani medicine as Asgandh or Asgandh Nagori, has been classified by classical Unani physicians as Muqawwi-e-Bah (aphrodisiac), Moallid-e-Mani (semen-producer), and Muqawwi-e-Aza-e-Raeesa (tonic for vital organs) for over a millennium. Conte...