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Role Of Adjuvant Homoeopathic Medicines In The Management Of Intellectual Disability – A Purposive, Non-Randomised, Self-Controlled, Pre- And Post-Intervention Pilot Study, Dhara S. Arora

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Intellectual disability (ID) is characterised by below-average intelligence and a lack of skills necessary for day-to-day living. A study was conducted by our institute at a school for students of special needs. Objectives: The objectives of the study were to demonstrate the role of homoeopathic management in ID. Methods: A purposive, non-randomised, self-controlled, pre- and post-intervention study of 25 participants was done. The initial 6 months were the control period, thereafter, the same participants were treated for 18 months, with homoeopathy. Treatment outcomes were assessed using domains of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual-V-V. Scores of each domain were observed at …

Fungicidal Effects Of Homoeopathic Medicines Versus Allopathic Ketoconazole In Candida Albicans, Chiara X. Mercado, Brandy Garrett Kluthe

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Candida albicans, accounts for more than 75% of all Candidal infections. Apart from its growing prevalence, it is also one of the most resistant strains against antifungal medication. Homoeopathy is an alternative to allopathic medication and has shown inhibiting fungal growth. Objective: This study was to determine effectiveness of homoeopathic tinctures and medications versus allopathic Ketoconazole in growth inhibition and fungicidal properties against in vitro cultures of C. albicans. Materials and Methods: Efficacy of five antifungal agents were tested for inhibiting fungal growth and their fungicidal properties on cultured C. albicans the agents tested were Eucalyptus globulus and Ocimum …

Individualized Homoeopathic Treatment Of Phobic Anxiety Disorders – A Case Series, Deepthi Gilla, Akhila A. L., Sreelakshmy S. R, N D. Mohan

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Phobic anxiety disorders (PAD) are common distressing and disabling disorders that reduce the quality of life of an individual. Clinical trials of phobic disorders in conventional treatment are not yet substantiated with too many positive results. Homoeopathy is a well established therapeutic system with potential relevance to psychiatry but has a limited database and its effectiveness in certain disorders such as Phobic disorders is yet to be explored. Cases of phobias, which have been cured in routine homoeopathic practice remain anecdotal. This case series generates preliminary evidence for the usefulness of homoeopathy in phobic disorders. Well planned research studies …

Venous Ulcer And Stasis Dermatitis Treated With Classical Homoeopathy: A Case Series, Seema Mahesh, Mahesh Mallappa, Viraj Shah, George Vithoulkas

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Chronic venous disease is responsible for a great deal of the global disease burden due to its prevalence and socio-economic impact. Non-invasive methods of dealing with the resulting ulcers, that negatively impact mobility, are desirable. Cases Summary: We present five cases of stasis dermatitis and venous ulcers of varying severity, treated with individualised classical homoeopathy showing progress as recorded with the comprehensive classification system for chronic venous disorders (clinical aetiology anatomical pathophysiology) score and venous clinical severity score. There is a need to further investigate scientifically, the role of classical homoeopathy in peripheral vascular diseases.

Elderly Patient With Post-Herpetic Neuralgia Treated With Homoeopathic Medicine: A Case Report, Suraia Parveen, Subhrasankha Das

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN) is the most troublesome complication of herpes zoster (HZ). It often occurs in elderly and immunocompromised persons. PHN is a chronic neuropathic pain that can persist months to years after HZ rashes have healed. The persisting pain causes physical and psychological distress and negatively impacts the quality of life. The conventional method of treatment (CMT) is often only partially effective. In patients with inadequate response, or intolerance to current conventional treatments for pain relief, homoeopathy may be considered. Case Summary: A 64-year-old woman presented with severe neuralgic pain on the right upper chest wall and upper …

Management Of Urolithiasis With Individualised Homoeopathy – A Case Report, Pawan Sharma, Tanya Aggarwal, Subhamoy Sarkar

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: The population of the North-eastern region of India is prone to develop renal stones, and the prevalence and recurrence rate of renal stone disease is thus higher. A stone more than 0.5 cm diameter can cause painful ureteric obstruction. Stones of size more than 0.7 cm almost always require surgical intervention, as believed in conventional medicine. Repeated surgical interventions may remove obstruction but may not be a solution for altering the tendency for renal stone formation. Homoeopathy, an alternative system of medicine can offer holistic approach in treating such cases non-invasively. Case Summary: A 32 years old male patient …

Research Highlights (October-December 2021), Kusum Lata

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Research highlights (October - December 2021)

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Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

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Another Pandemic Year: What It Means For Homoeopathy, Anil Khurana

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

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Homoeopathy In Covid19: Building Evidence, Anil Khurana

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

No abstract provided.

High-Performance Thin-Layer Chromatography Fingerprinting And Antioxidant Study Of Mangifera Indica Mother Tincture, Binit Kumar Dwivedi, Manoj Kumar, Rakhi Mishra

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background Mangifera indica is widely used in the Homoeopathy systems of medicine. In Homoeopathy, Mang. ind. is one of the indicated medicines for passive haemorrhages, uterine, renal and gastric problems. Mangiferin is a xanthanoid present in leaves, stalks barks, peel and kernel of the mango plant. Mangiferin has antioxidant, antiviral, anticancer, antidiabetic, antiaging, immunomodulatory, hepatoprotective and analgesic properties. Therefore in the current study, we have tried to identify mangiferin and its antioxidant properties in Mang. ind. homoeopathic mother tincture. Objective The aim of the present study wais to identify Mangiferin, Total Phenol Content (TPC) and Total Flavonoid Content (TFC) in …

Homoeopathy For Infantile Spasms: An Open Label, Single Arm, Clinical Trial, Savita Kumari, Neha Kalra

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Treatment of infantile spasms (ISs) with allopathic medicines along with homeopathy is poorly understood in context with the seizure profile, psychomotor outcome, and electroencephalogram (EEG) changes. Objectives: The objective of the study was to evaluate the role of homeopathic treatment in seizure control, psychomotor development, and EEG changes in patients of IS. Materials and Methods: An open label, single-arm, clinical trial was conducted. Patients found eligible were enrolled (n = 30) and given individualized homeopathic intervention along with conventional medicine for 3 months. Follow-up assessment was done weekly based on 7 points: Sense of well-being, …

Homoeopathy For Post Covid 19 Illnesses: A Case Series, Vaishali Shinde, Ramesh Bawaskar

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: As much as the prevention and treatment of COVID 19 has posed challenge, its post infection sequelae have not been any less challenging. There has been an emerging menace and concern for post COVID 19 illnesses. Patients with microbiological recovery from COVID‐19 show most common symptoms like fatigue, dyspnoea, cough, headache, tightness of chest, arthralgia, muscle pain with drop in the quality of life. Limited treatment options are available in the conventional set up. Cases summary: We present nine cases that were treated for post COVID 19 symptoms at Regional Research Institute (H.), Mumbai, under Central Council …

National Convention On World Homoeopathy Day – A Conference Report, Anupam Mukherjee, Divya Taneja, Anil Khurana

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy organized a scientific convention on the World Homoeopathy Day on 10^th and 11^thApril, 2021 to commemorate the 266^th birth anniversary of Dr Christian Fredrich Samuel Hahnemann at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, India. The theme of the conference was ‘Homoeopathy – Roadmap for Integrative Medicine’. There were oral presentations and a panel discussion during the convention organized in the hybrid mode, with participants and presenters attending the convention either physically, or remotely through video link. Recommendations to develop a roadmap for Homoeopathy for integrative care were also proposed during the convention. …

Homoeopathic Medicine Arsenicum Album, The Prophylactic/Immune Booster In Covid-19 Pandemic, Baidurjya Bhattacharjee, Varanasi Roja, Anil Khurana

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Homoeopathic medicine Arsenicum album (Ars. alb) has been advised by the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India based on the recommendations of Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH) as a prophylactic/ immune booster for prevention of COVID-19 disease. This paper narrates available evidence from laboratory studies, clinical studies, toxicological studies for Ars. alb. as a prophylactic/ immune booster.

Methods: Published literature regarding immuno-modulatory, toxicological and therapeutic effects of the Homoeopathic Medicine Ars. alb. was reviewed.

Results: Homoeopathic literature records the use of Ars.alb. for fever, cough, shortness of breath, loss of smell, coryza, fatigue, diarrhea, nausea, etc. Ars. …

Research Highlights (July-September 2021), Navita Bagdi

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

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Homoeopathic Pathogenetic Trial Of Cuprum Aceticum: A Multicentric, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo Controlled Trial, Pritha Mehra, Ashish Mahajan, Anil Vichitra, B. Rajakumar, Jai Singh, Kishan Banoth, B. Arya, Anil Khurana

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Although the symptomatology of Cuprum metallicum is quite vast, its other salts have fragmentary proving. Thus, homoeopathic pathogenetic trial for Cuprum aceticum (Cu acet.) was taken up. Objective: To elicit the pathogenetic response to Cu acet. in homoeopathic potencies on healthy human provers. Materials and Methods: A multi-center, double-blind randomized, placebo controlled, trial was conducted at three centers of Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy. Proving was conducted on 50 relatively healthy provers selected after conducting the Pretrial Medical Examination. All the provers were given placebo during the first phase of the trial. In the next two phases, Cu …

Second Wave Of Covid-19: Steps And Future Vision, Anil Khurana

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

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An Observational Study On The Effect Of Individualised Homoeopathic Medicine Administered Based On Totality Of Symptoms Vis-À-Vis Personality In Cases Of Osteoarthritis Knee, N Kumar, N Iyer

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Individualisation is the process of arriving at the image of the patient for the selection of remedy. The customary way of individualisation of the patient is through the construction of totality of symptoms. The little explored area in Homoeopathy is individualisation solely based on personality characteristics. Objective: The objective of this study was to compare the effect of individualised homoeopathic medicine administered based on totality of symptoms vis-à-vis personality in patients suffering from knee osteoarthritis. Methods: The observational study includes 60 clinically diagnosed cases of osteoarthritis knee, of which 30 cases were administered the homoeopathic medicine selected on the …

Physicochemical Standardisation Of The Homoeopathic Drug Rumex Acetosella And Its Comparison With Another Homoeopathic Drug, Rumex Crispus, Bibaswan Biswas, Nilakshi Dey, G. Kumar, Renu Arya, Anil Khurana

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Rumex acetosella, a relatively new drug in the homoeopathic system, is traditionally used for treating inflammation, diabetes and gastrointestinal problems, especially diarrhoea. Objective: The aim of this work is to report physicochemical standardisation of the homoeopathic drug, Rumex acetosella. Further, we propose our simple and economical method to differentiate it with a closely related species, Rumex crispus. Materials and Methods: The physicochemical study measuring several parameters was done. The pH of the mother tincture (MT) and the water extract was measured and compared. Furthermore, the chemical composition of the Rumex acetosella MT were compared with taxonomically closely related Rumex …

A Group Of Homoeopathic Medicines For Covid-19: A Systematic Review Of Clinical Features, Horacio Escalante, Nazmul Hasan, Adriana Delgado, Salvador Soto, Jessica Vivas

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Historically, several homoeopathic medicines are known to have attributed a significant role in the control and management of infectious epidemic diseases. Objectives: This study aimed to compile a list of prospective homoeopathic medicines for the treatment and prophylaxis of the COVID-19 epidemic by conducting a systematic review and statistical analysis of clinical characteristics of this emerging coronavirus disease. Materials and Methods: A> systematic review protocol was developed according to the reporting items of the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses statement. Articles for review were selected from PubMed, World Health Organization database, MedRxiV, and BioRxiv. Studies in …

Homoeopathic Management Of Wrist Ganglion: Case Series, Arunava Nath, Deb Palit

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Ganglion cysts are soft tissue swellings occurring most commonly in the hand or wrist. Studies have reported 8%–50% of them resolve spontaneously in adults within 2 years approximately. Cases Summary: We present three cases of wrist ganglion treated successfully with individualized homoeopathic medicines; the results were evident within few weeks. Individual curative response of a homoeopathic medicine in each case was assessed through Modified Naranjo Criteria for Homoeopathy-Causal Attribution Inventory, which further elucidated role of constitutional treatment in homoeopathy.

A 15-Mm Urinary Calculus Expelled With Homoeopathic Medicine - A Case Report, Seema Rai, K Vineetha

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Renal or ureteric colic is an acute and severe pain caused by obstruction in the ureter. It usually occurs in the narrower areas of the ureter. It can be associated with severe pain, nausea, vomiting, urinary infections, haematuria, hydronephrosis, etc. Case Summary: A case of 15-mm calculus, lodged at the right ureterovesicular junction, presented with severe cutting pain extending downwards from the right lumbar region to the right groin area. The patient had severe pain at the conclusion of urination. Another calculus of size 10 mm in the lower calyx of the left kidney and 3.4-mm concretion in the …

Research Highlights, Tania Chatterjee

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

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In Vivo Study Of Homoeopathic Preparation Of Gymnema Sylvestre Mother Tincture, 30c And 200c On Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Rats, Avanish Shukla, Ibrahim Mhaisker, Krishna Rampal, Ravi Sheshala

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Gymnema sylvestre (GS) is a medicinal plant commonly used in complementary medicine to treat diabetes mellitus. This plant is proven scientifically to reduce blood glucose levels in the diabetic condition. However, till date, only little literature is published about the efficacy of GS prepared homoeopathically. Objective: In this study, we assessed the efficacy of homoeopathic preparation of GS (HPGS) in Q, 30C and 200C potencies in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Materials and Methods: Diabetic rats were administered with 4.7 mL/kg of HPGS mother tincture (Q) for anti-hyperglycaemic efficacy on daily bases over a period of 14 days and HPGS Q, …

A Case Report Of Hyperuricaemia With Nephrolithiasis Treated With Homoeopathy, Pooja Gautam

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Hyperuricaemia is serum urate concentration exceeding the limit of solubility, leading to its precipitation and predisposing the affected persons to gout. The increased level of uric acid in urinary excretion can also lead to nephrolithiasis. It has also been implicated as an indicator for diseases such as metabolic syndrome, diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disease and chronic renal disease. Whereas homoeopathic literature enlists many medicines for this condition, there is a paucity of evidence-based published studies. Case Summary: The case presented here reported with the complaint of renal stone secondary to high serum uric acid levels. A single homoeopathic medicine Lycopodium …

Are We At The Crossroads For Integrative Medicine?, Anil Khurana

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

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Evaluation Of Hypericum Perforatum Mother Tincture As An Antigingivitis Agent In Comparison With Chlorhexidine: A Randomised Controlled Trial, Swet Nisha, Debanjan Das, Paromita Goswami, Shashi Shitanshu, Shashikumar Pratibha, Rajaram Savan

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Homoeopathic medicine Hypericum perforatum (Hyper.) has antimicrobial, wound healing and anti-inflammatory activity. It has been used as an analgesic postextraction, for nerve pain, burning mouth syndrome singly, or in combination with other Homoeopathy medications. Objective: Evaluation of the efficacy of Hyper. Q in reducing dental plaque and gingival inflammation. Materials and Methods: Three hundred and eighteen participants with chronic gingivitis (probing depth ≤ 3 mm) and bleeding gums were recruited and allocated randomly into three groups (n = 106 each): Group A (saline mouthwash), Group B (Hyper.) and Group C (Chlorhexidine [CHX]). Clinical parameters: Plaque index (PI), gingival index …

Homoeopathic Treatment Of Women With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Prospective Observational Study, Girish Gupta, Naveen Gupta, Santosh Singh, Varanasi Roja, Dewan Deepti

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal disorders among women of reproductive age group and a leading cause of female sub-fertility. Objectives: This study was conducted to evaluate the effect of individualised homoeopathy on clinical and hormonal profile in women suffering from PCOS. Materials and Methods: A prospective, observational study was conducted from July 2015 to June 2017 at Homoeopathic Research Foundation, Lucknow, in which 80 cases were screened, and 38 cases fulfilling the eligibility criteria were enrolled. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Health-Related Quality of Life Questionnaire (PCOSQ) was used to evaluate the quality of life. …

An In Vitro Study Of Hydrangea Arborescens, Homoeopathic Preparation As An Inhibitor Of Calcium Oxalate Crystallisation, Rupali Telang

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Homoeopathic mother tincture Hydrangea arborescens (Hydrang.) is conventionally used for urinary complaints, such as urinary tract infection, renal stones and prostate hypertrophy. However, the mode of its action for annihilation of complaints remains uncertain. This study was designed to investigate in vitro effect of homoeopathic preparations of Hydrang. on urolithiasis (Calcium oxalate [CaOx] crystallisation). Objective: To analyse the role of Hydrang. a, homoeopathic preparation in an in-vitro CAOx crystallisation. Materials and Methods: Spectrophotometric crystallisation assay was carried on and the slopes of nucleation and aggregation phases were calculated using linear regression analysis, and the percentage inhibition exerted by the …