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Clinical Trial For Evaluation Of A Human Immunodeficiency Virus Nosode In The Treatment For Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Infected Individuals, Rajesh Shah Mar 2015

Clinical Trial For Evaluation Of A Human Immunodeficiency Virus Nosode In The Treatment For Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Infected Individuals, Rajesh Shah

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Identifying the need for strengthening of the immune system, the investigator has developed new Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) nosode and evaluated its effect on HIV positive individuals through a clinical trial. Methods: Standardized and the scientific method of HIV nosode preparation has been described and documented. Thirty-seven HIV-infected persons were registered for the trial, and ten participants were dropped out from the study, so the effect of HIV nosode 30C and 50C, was concluded on 27 participants under the trial. Results: Out of 27 participants, 7 (25.93%) showed a sustained reduction in the viral load from 12 to 24 …


Evaluation Of Homoeopathic Medicines As Add-On To Institutional Management Protocol In Acute Encephalitis Syndrome: An Exploratory Observational Comparative Study, Raj Manchanda, Praveen Oberai, Varanasi Roja, Supriya Singh, Neha Singh, Tariq Khan, Ramesh Prasad, J Singh Mar 2015

Evaluation Of Homoeopathic Medicines As Add-On To Institutional Management Protocol In Acute Encephalitis Syndrome: An Exploratory Observational Comparative Study, Raj Manchanda, Praveen Oberai, Varanasi Roja, Supriya Singh, Neha Singh, Tariq Khan, Ramesh Prasad, J Singh

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES) treated according to Institutional Management Protocol (IMP) has considerable mortality and morbidity. The study was undertaken to evaluate the effect of homoeopathic treatment (H) as an add-on to IMP (IMP + H) for children affected with AES. Materials and Methods: This was an exploratory observational study carried out in the IPD setting (epidemic ward) of Baba Rhaghav Das Medical College and Nehru Hospital, Uttar Pradesh (July to November 2012) using convenience sampling. Children whose guardians gave consent were treated with IMP + H and rest remained on IMP only. Glasgow outcome scale was used at …


An Evidence-Based Case Of Acoustic/Vestibular Schwannoma, Girish Gupta, Naveen Gupta, Dileep Pandey Mar 2015

An Evidence-Based Case Of Acoustic/Vestibular Schwannoma, Girish Gupta, Naveen Gupta, Dileep Pandey

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

A vestibular schwannoma, often called an acoustic neuroma/schwannoma, is a benign primary intracranial tumor of the myelin-forming cells of the vestibulo-cochlear nerve (8 th cranial nerve). This tumor arises from the Schwann cells responsible for the myelin sheath that helps keep peripheral nerves insulated. [1] Approximately, 3000 cases are diagnosed each year in the United States with a prevalence of about 1 in 100,000 worldwide. It comprises 5-10% of all intracranial neoplasms in adults. Incidence peaks in the fifth and sixth decades and both sexes are affected equally. Studies in Denmark published in 2004 show the incidence of 17.4/million. Most …


Old Text Revisited: Ccrh Quarterly Bulletin, Volume 13 (1-4) 1991, Suniti Chugh Mar 2015

Old Text Revisited: Ccrh Quarterly Bulletin, Volume 13 (1-4) 1991, Suniti Chugh

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

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Pharmacognostic Study Of Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana (Murr.) Parl.: A Drug Used In Homoeopathy, Anshu Rathi, D Baburaj, E Sundaram, Sunil Kumar, Anil Khurana, Raj Manchanda Mar 2015

Pharmacognostic Study Of Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana (Murr.) Parl.: A Drug Used In Homoeopathy, Anshu Rathi, D Baburaj, E Sundaram, Sunil Kumar, Anil Khurana, Raj Manchanda

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

The pharmacognostic profile of crude drug has a key role in standardization for quality, purity and drug identification. The present study deals with pharmacognostic evaluation of aerial part of Chamaecyparis lawsoniana (Murr.) Parl. a drug used in homoeopathic system of medicine for diverse clinical uses such as terrible pain in stomach, tumors, keloid, warts and lipoma of thigh. The study includes collection, identification, macroscopy, microscopy and organoleptic characteristics of aerial part of Chamaecyparis lawsoniana. Anatomically the leaf is distinguishable into a layer of the epidermis followed by parenchymatous mesophyll and resin duct in the parenchymatous cortex. Powder microscopy shows the …


Research Highlights: Latest Homoeopathic Research Synopsis During October - December 2014, Subhranil Saha, Munmun Koley Mar 2015

Research Highlights: Latest Homoeopathic Research Synopsis During October - December 2014, Subhranil Saha, Munmun Koley

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

No abstract provided.


Role Of Homoeopathic Mother Tinctures In Rheumatoid Arthritis: An Experimental Study, Surender Singh, Ritu Karwasra, Prerna Kalra, Rohit Kumar, Shalu Rani, Debadatta Nayak, Y Gupta Mar 2015

Role Of Homoeopathic Mother Tinctures In Rheumatoid Arthritis: An Experimental Study, Surender Singh, Ritu Karwasra, Prerna Kalra, Rohit Kumar, Shalu Rani, Debadatta Nayak, Y Gupta

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Objectives: The objective of present preliminary study was to assess the anti-inflammatory, analgesic and anti-arthritic effect of some homoeopathic mother tinctures viz. Ricinus communis (RCMT), Rauwolfia serpentina (RSMT), Bellis perennis (BPMT), Curcuma longa (CLMT), Terminalia arjuna (TAMT) and Tribulus terresteris (TTMT). Materials and Methods: Paw oedema was induced by administration of 0.1ml 1% carrageenan in normal saline into right hind paw. Degree of inflammation was evaluated according to paw swelling. Arthritis was induced by Complete Freund′s Adjuvant (CFA) injection in metatarsal footpad of Wistar albino rats. Result: Curcuma longa and Tribulus terresteris mother tinctures reduced hind paw swelling decreased the …


Editorial, Raj Manchanda Dec 2014

Editorial, Raj Manchanda

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

No abstract provided.


A Randomized Controlled Trial In The Management Of Alcohol Dependence: Homoeopathic Vs. Standard Allopathic Treatment, Central Council For Research In Homoeopathy Ccrh Dec 2014

A Randomized Controlled Trial In The Management Of Alcohol Dependence: Homoeopathic Vs. Standard Allopathic Treatment, Central Council For Research In Homoeopathy Ccrh

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background and Objective: Alcoholism (alcohol dependence) is a chronic illness marked by dependence on alcohol consumption. It interferes with health, social as well as family life and job responsibilities. Based on the experience of an observational single-arm study with positive outcomes, this protocol is being implemented to compare the effectiveness of homoeopathic intervention with standard allopathic treatment. Materials and Methods: This will be a randomized controlled open-label comparative trial. Patients will be randomized to receive either Homoeopathy or Allopathy group of intervention using computerized randomization chart. The period of treatment cum follow up shall be for 1 year. Supportive counseling …


Assessing The Therapeutic Usefulness Of Ricinus Communis: A Multicentric Observational Clinical Verification Study, P Chakraborty, Subhash Kaushik, Pramodji Singh, S Nain, Ojit Singh, S Ramteke, K Das, L Debata, C Nayak Dec 2014

Assessing The Therapeutic Usefulness Of Ricinus Communis: A Multicentric Observational Clinical Verification Study, P Chakraborty, Subhash Kaushik, Pramodji Singh, S Nain, Ojit Singh, S Ramteke, K Das, L Debata, C Nayak

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Clinical verification is an ongoing research programme of the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy, under which many symptoms of Indian and rarely used drugs in Homoeopathy have been clinically verified. Objectives: To clinically verify the symptomatology of Ricinus communis as observed during its proving conducted by Council and also to ascertain the clinical symptoms relieved in the process of verification. Materials and Methods: Two hundred and twenty-five patients from all age-groups and both sexes were enrolled from the outpatient departments (OPDs) of the institutes and units of the Council following the exclusion and inclusion criteria as per protocol …


Protective Role Of Homoeopathic Medicines On Cerebral Ischaemia In Animals, Gulrana Khuwaja, Tauheed Ishrat, M Khan, Syed Raza, M Ahmad Khan, Ajmal Ahmad, Kumar Vaibhav, Anil Khurana, Fakhrul Islam Dec 2014

Protective Role Of Homoeopathic Medicines On Cerebral Ischaemia In Animals, Gulrana Khuwaja, Tauheed Ishrat, M Khan, Syed Raza, M Ahmad Khan, Ajmal Ahmad, Kumar Vaibhav, Anil Khurana, Fakhrul Islam

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Objective: Cerebral ischaemia is the third leading cause of death after cancer and myocardial infarction. The protective effect of some homoeopathic drugs has been studied in the Middle Cerebral Artery Occlusion (MCAO) model of rat. Materials and Methods: The rats were pretreated with 200C potency once daily for 5 days orally (1 drop or 21 μl) and post treated after 24 hr of MCAO with 30C potency three times a day for 5 days orally (1 drop or 21 μl) with homoeopathic medicines Crotalus, Phosphorus, Arnica and Crocus. Results: The content of antioxidants, Thiobarbituric Acid Reactive Substances (TBARS) was elevated …


Managing Acute Alcohol Withdrawal With Homoeopathy: A Prospective, Observational, Multicentre Exploratory Study, Debadatta Nayak, Saurav Arora, Uttam Singh, Nitali Borah, J Thakur, Anil Khurana, K. R. J. Nair, Jaya Gupta, Hari Singh Dec 2014

Managing Acute Alcohol Withdrawal With Homoeopathy: A Prospective, Observational, Multicentre Exploratory Study, Debadatta Nayak, Saurav Arora, Uttam Singh, Nitali Borah, J Thakur, Anil Khurana, K. R. J. Nair, Jaya Gupta, Hari Singh

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Alcohol dependence is a common social problem which may be associated with other risk factors and co-morbidities. Abrupt cessation of alcohol intake may provoke an acute alcohol withdrawal phase with varying degrees of signs and symptoms. In conventional medical system, specific pharmacological interventions are used for management of Acute Alcohol Withdrawal (AAW). There exists a need to explore safe and holistic treatment of AAW. The present work reports the results of a prospective, observational, exploratory, multicentre trial (2008-2011) to assess the role of Homoeopathy in AAW. Materials and Methods: Individualised Homoeopathy was given to 112 patients reporting with AAW. …


Revisiting The Past: Review Of Quarterly Bulletin Volume 12 (1-4), 1990, Anupriya Chaudhary Dec 2014

Revisiting The Past: Review Of Quarterly Bulletin Volume 12 (1-4), 1990, Anupriya Chaudhary

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

No abstract provided.


Standardisation Of Homoeopathic Drug: Plectranthus Fruticosus, P Rao, P Subramanian, P Sudhakar Dec 2014

Standardisation Of Homoeopathic Drug: Plectranthus Fruticosus, P Rao, P Subramanian, P Sudhakar

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Plectranthus fruticosus (Benth.) Wight ex Hook. f, syn. P. deccanicus Brinq. is an under shrub belonging to the family Lamiaceae. Leaves and young stems of this plant are used as medicine in Homoeopathy. Objective: To carry out pharmacognostic and physico - chemical studies to use authentic and correct species as standard raw materials to ensure purity, quality and its usefulness. Materials and Methods: The leaves and young aerial parts of Plectranthus fruticosus were fixed in formaldehyde: acetic acid alcohol (F.A.A), processed for microtomy (paraffin method), sectioned, stained and permanent slides prepared following Johansen. The microtome sections in T.S. and …


Azadirachta Indica In Treatment Of Acne Vulgaris-An Open-Label Observational Study, Anjali Miglani, Raj Manchanda Dec 2014

Azadirachta Indica In Treatment Of Acne Vulgaris-An Open-Label Observational Study, Anjali Miglani, Raj Manchanda

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Azadirachta Indica (Aza.) has been used since decades in traditional medicine for the treatment of acne; even in Homoeopathy, it is recommended but its precise indications are still elusive. This study was undertaken to determine the usefulness of Azadirachta indica in the treatment of acne vulgaris and find its indications. Materials and Methods: A prospective, non-randomized, open-label interventional study was conducted after approval from ethical committee. Azadirachta indica was prescribed in raising potencies from 6C up to 1M. The observational period was of 6 months. Outcome measures were Lesion counts, Global Acne Grading System (GAGS) score and Acne-specific Quality …


A Case Of Gallstone With Prostatomegaly, Madhu Ghosh, Ratan Shil, Abhijit Chakma Dec 2014

A Case Of Gallstone With Prostatomegaly, Madhu Ghosh, Ratan Shil, Abhijit Chakma

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Gallstone formation is the most common disorder of the biliary tree. Surgical intervention is the choice of treatment in most of the cases. In many occasions, this surgical intervention can be avoided through proper homoeopathic treatment. This case of gallstone with prostatomegaly treated with homoeopathic medicines, reported here is such an example. After going through detailed case-taking and repertorization, initially Sulphur and later on Medorrhinum was prescribed based on symptom totality. The case has been cured in respect of both symptomatologically and pathologically as evident by follow up investigations.


Latest Homoeopathic Research Synopsis During July - September (2014), Subhranil Saha, Munmun Koley Dec 2014

Latest Homoeopathic Research Synopsis During July - September (2014), Subhranil Saha, Munmun Koley

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

No abstract provided.


Editorial, Raj Manchanda Sep 2014

Editorial, Raj Manchanda

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Editorial


A Study Of The Effect Of Mother Tincture Of Syzygium Jambolanum On Metabolic Disorders Of Streptozotocin Induced Diabetic Male Albino Rat, Soumyajit Maiti, Tushar Bera, Kausik Chatterjee, Debidas Ghosh Sep 2014

A Study Of The Effect Of Mother Tincture Of Syzygium Jambolanum On Metabolic Disorders Of Streptozotocin Induced Diabetic Male Albino Rat, Soumyajit Maiti, Tushar Bera, Kausik Chatterjee, Debidas Ghosh

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Syzygium jambolanum is widely used in Homoeopathy for treating Diabetes mellitus and its complications. Objective: To explore the remedial effects of homoeopathic mother tincture Syzygium jambolanum on metabolic disorders of Streptozotocin induced diabetic male albino rat. Materials and Methods: Serum levels of insulin, urea, uric acid, creatinine, albumin and total protein were measured as per the standard methods using specific kits. Amount of glycogen in liver and skeletal muscles, activities of antioxidant enzymes as well as content of free radical bye products in liver and kidney tissues were assessed biochemically following the standard protocol. Results: The study indicated that …


A Randomised, Double Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Multi-Centric Parallel Arm Trial To Assess The Effects Of Homoeopathic Medicines On Chronic Rhinosinusitis, Raj Manchanda Sep 2014

A Randomised, Double Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Multi-Centric Parallel Arm Trial To Assess The Effects Of Homoeopathic Medicines On Chronic Rhinosinusitis, Raj Manchanda

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is one of the most common illnesses interfering with patient′s quality of life and work. Observational studies conducted by the Council indicate positive outcome. This protocol has been developed to ascertain the usefulness of homoeopathic intervention in comparison with control group in a randomised control setting. Objectives: Primary objective is to evaluate the changes in TSS (Total Symptoms Score) and SNOT-22 (Sino-nasal Outcome Test-22) within the two groups of the study (Homoeopathy + Placebo). Secondary objective is to evaluate changes in SNOT-22 at end of the trial, changes in Lund and Mackay staging of CT scan, …


Effectiveness Of Train The Trainer Module In Delivery Of Hiv Prevention Messages For Homoeopathy And Ayurveda Practitioners, Divya Taneja, Adeline Nyamathi, Anil Khurana, N Srikanth, Chaturbhuja Nayak, M Padhi, Maya Padmanabhan, Richa Singhal Sep 2014

Effectiveness Of Train The Trainer Module In Delivery Of Hiv Prevention Messages For Homoeopathy And Ayurveda Practitioners, Divya Taneja, Adeline Nyamathi, Anil Khurana, N Srikanth, Chaturbhuja Nayak, M Padhi, Maya Padmanabhan, Richa Singhal

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: A 2-day training program was developed to train Homoeopathy and Ayurveda practitioners to impart HIV/AIDS prevention messages to their clients. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of this training program based on train the trainer modality. Materials and Methods: Ten primary participants were enrolled in each one day and two day training program. Both the groups were instructed to impart further training to 10 participants each. The knowledge of and attitudes toward HIV/AIDS were measured in primary participants before and immediately after training and at the end of 3 months and in secondary participants before …


Effectiveness Of Homoeopathic Therapeutics In The Management Of Childhood Autism Disorder, Praful Barvalia, Piyush Oza, Amit Daftary, Vijaya Patil, Vinita Agarwal, Ashish Mehta Sep 2014

Effectiveness Of Homoeopathic Therapeutics In The Management Of Childhood Autism Disorder, Praful Barvalia, Piyush Oza, Amit Daftary, Vijaya Patil, Vinita Agarwal, Ashish Mehta

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background and Objectives: Childhood autism is severe and a serious disorder. A study was conducted by Spandan holistic institute of applied Homoeopathy, Mumbai, with the objective of demonstrating the usefulness of homeopathic management in autism. Materials and Methods: Sixty autistic children of both sexes, ≤12 years were selected for this study. It was nonrandomized, self-controlled, pre and post-intervention study, wherein the initial 6 months of observation period was used as the control period and the same patients were thereafter treated for 1 year and compared with post-intervention findings. Results: The study demonstrated significant improvement of autistic features with mean change …


Homoeopathic Genus Epidemicus ′Bryonia Alba′ As A Prophylactic During An Outbreak Of Chikungunya In India: A Cluster -Randomised, Double -Blind, Placebo- Controlled Trial, K Janardanan Nair, S Gopinadhan, T Sreedhara Kurup, Bonthu Sundara Kumar, Abha Aggarwal, Roja Varanasi, Debadatta Nayak, Maya Padmanabhan, Praveen Oberai Sep 2014

Homoeopathic Genus Epidemicus ′Bryonia Alba′ As A Prophylactic During An Outbreak Of Chikungunya In India: A Cluster -Randomised, Double -Blind, Placebo- Controlled Trial, K Janardanan Nair, S Gopinadhan, T Sreedhara Kurup, Bonthu Sundara Kumar, Abha Aggarwal, Roja Varanasi, Debadatta Nayak, Maya Padmanabhan, Praveen Oberai

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Objective: The objective was to assess the usefulness of homoeopathic genus epidemicus (Bryonia alba 30C) for the prevention of chikungunya during its epidemic outbreak in the state of Kerala, India. Materials and Methods: A cluster- randomised, double- blind, placebo -controlled trial was conducted in Kerala for prevention of chikungunya during the epidemic outbreak in August-September 2007 in three panchayats of two districts. Bryonia alba 30C/placebo was randomly administered to 167 clusters (Bryonia alba 30C = 84 clusters; placebo = 83 clusters) out of which data of 158 clusters was analyzed (Bryonia alba 30C = 82 clusters; placebo = 76 clusters) …


Scientific Method Of Preparing Homoeopathic Nosodes, Rajesh Shah Sep 2014

Scientific Method Of Preparing Homoeopathic Nosodes, Rajesh Shah

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Nosodes are homoeopathic preparations sourced from biological materials such as diseased tissues, organisms, cultures (bacteria, fungi, and viruses), or parasites, or from decomposed products from humans or animals. More than forty-five major nosodes have been in use since 1830 but no clear guidelines regarding their preparation are available. Objective : To standardize the method of preparation of nosodes using modern technology and lay down clear guidelines for the same. Materials and Methods : Biological material identification such as culture of organism, separation of required pure fraction, quantification, standardization, dilutions, potentisation method, and safe use of nosodes were documented in …


Quarterly Bulletin, Vol. 11 (1- 4), 1989, Sunirmal Sarkar Sep 2014

Quarterly Bulletin, Vol. 11 (1- 4), 1989, Sunirmal Sarkar

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

No abstract provided.


Fragmenta De Viribus Medicamentorum Positivis Sive In Sano Corpore Humano Observatis, Abhijit Chakma, Madhu Ghosh Sep 2014

Fragmenta De Viribus Medicamentorum Positivis Sive In Sano Corpore Humano Observatis, Abhijit Chakma, Madhu Ghosh

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

No abstract provided.


Latest Homoeopathic Research Synopsis During April - June, 2014, Subhranil Saha, Munmun Koley Sep 2014

Latest Homoeopathic Research Synopsis During April - June, 2014, Subhranil Saha, Munmun Koley

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

No abstract provided.


Leaching Of Plastic Polymers By Plastic Vials Used For Storing Homoeopathic Medicines: A Preliminary Study, Neeraj Gupta, R Saxena, B Sharma, S Sharma, A Agrawal, M Jassal, Raj Manchanda Jun 2014

Leaching Of Plastic Polymers By Plastic Vials Used For Storing Homoeopathic Medicines: A Preliminary Study, Neeraj Gupta, R Saxena, B Sharma, S Sharma, A Agrawal, M Jassal, Raj Manchanda

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: In Homoeopathy, plastic containers/vials are used for the storing/dispensing of ethanol-based medicines instead of glass. Various studies have suggested that plastic components that leach out in stored substances tend to cause contamination and may produce adverse effects in living systems. The present study was aimed to find out chemical composition and leaching behaviour of commonly used plastic vials (PVs) if any during the storage of ethanol-based homoeopathic medicines in optimal environment. Material and Methods: The experiments were conducted on two sample sets of PVs. Chemical properties of PV were assessed by Fourier Transform Infrared Attenuated Total Reflectance (FTIR-ATR) spectroscopy. …


Editorial, Raj Manchanda Jun 2014

Editorial, Raj Manchanda

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

No abstract provided.


Homoeopathic Therapy For Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms In Men With Benign Prostastic Hyperplasia: An Open Randomized Multicentric Placebo Controlled Clinical Trial, Central Council For Research In Homoeopathy Ccrh Jun 2014

Homoeopathic Therapy For Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms In Men With Benign Prostastic Hyperplasia: An Open Randomized Multicentric Placebo Controlled Clinical Trial, Central Council For Research In Homoeopathy Ccrh

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

No abstract provided.