Therapeutic evaluation of a Unani formulation in cases of oligospermia

Most Common cause of infertility is oligospermia i.e. sperm counts below 20 million/ml, ejaculated volume below 1 ml, failure of liquefaction etc. In present study 50 cases of oligospermic men in their fertile age i.e. 25-55 years were registered, for study. All cases were free from any hormonal, organic or systemic pathology, hence they were considered to suffer with idiopathic oligospermia. The Unani formulation containing 5 ingredients was given in dosage of 10 gm powder twice daily for 40 days, and it was observed that the overall improvement in semen quantity, quality and sperm count etc., were found to be significantly improved

Majoon khabsul hadeed an ultimate Unani remedy for GI bleeding disorders

The Unani drug Majoon Khabsul Hadeed was introduced by Ismail Jurjani for bleeding haemorrhoids, and with a little alteration in the formulation it is described in Ilajul Amraz, Miftah-ul-Hikmat, Qarabadeen Majeedi and Bayaz-e-Kabeer. Now this drug is available according to theformulation of Bayaz-e-Kabeer, Vol. 2, the constituents are Khabsul Hadeed Mudabbar, Oud, Saad Kufi, Zanjabeel, Filfil Siyah, Ajwain Desi, Izkhar, Halaila Siyah and Halaila Zard. In combination these constituents impart the drug Haemopoietic, Anti-Ulcerative, Ulcer healing, Styptic, Astringent, Anthelmintic and Laxative effects. These medicinal properties of the drug Majoon Khabsul Hadeed make the drug useful not only in bleeding haemorrhoids but in all bleeding conditions of gastrointestinal [GI] tract

Historical perspective of parkinsonism and ra'asha

Unani classical literature is a rich source of information for various clinical disorders but there is a wide gap between ancient and modern views of elaborating the pathophysiology. As far as Parkinsonism is concerned, it is a syndrome characterized by tremors, muscular rigidity, Bradykinesia and postural instability. After going through literature and historical review it is very much obvious that the description about the Ra'asha and its associated symptoms arise due to CNS disorder that is vividly described by ancient Unani scholars but due to wide gap in ancient and modern knowledge and way of describing pathogenesis of the Parkinsonism and Ra'asha could not be correlated. With the help of this study a thorough review of classical literature along with model concept of extra pyramidal disorders is being incorporated

History of ophthalmic surgery and contributions of Unani scholars

Ophthalmological diseases mainly cataract has its own history from the treatment point of view. Hippocrates the Father of Medicine himself treated cataract by depressed or couched method, since in his time the same methodology was adopted by other Greek scholars. When Tib reached into the land of Arabia the system derived other techniques and instruments for the management of cataract. Surgeons of the Arab land and renowned Unani scholars such as Galen, Albucasis [Zahravi], Isa bin Kahhal, Ibn Al-Haitham and Avenzoar [Ibn Zohr]. They operated and managed the cataract cases and were known as renowned Ophthalmologists of their times. Later on these pioneer works were transmitted as well as translated by French scholars and other Europeans. They modernized such works and finally transmitted through their hands. Despite having rich literature rendered by Unani scholars and works done by Unani and Arab scholars, the knowledge has been transferred and unfortunately we are the follower in todays scenario

Assessment of Bone Mineral Density in Elders of Various Socio-economic Status with Special Reference to Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a complex heterogeneous disorder of unknown etiology. Why otherwise normal process leads to bone density inadequate to support the body in some people is not known. Although the fracture-precipitating condition of inadequate bone mass is common to all types of osteoporosis, the processes by which this end is reached probably result from etiologies distinctive to each of the types or the many forms of disease. Risk factors for osteoporosis include age, race, sex, body weight, family history, premature menopause, nulliparity, number of lactations, dietary factors, limited exercise, use of cigarette, excessive alcohol consumption, and prolonged use of medications4. Loss of menses at any age is a major determinant of osteoporosis risk in women. Acceleration of bones loss coincides with menopause, either natural or surgical, at which time the ovaries stop producing estrogen. Estrogen and hormone replacement therapy have been shown to conserve Bone Mineral Density [BMD] and reduce the risk following menopause, but young amenorrheic women may also benefit from the use of oral contraceptive agents to promote a normal menstrual cycle. Any interruption of menstruation for an extended period results in bone loss14, 17. Many nutrients and several non-nutrients have been implicated as etiologic risk factors for osteoporosis. At present, safe and effective treatment is not readily available to replace bone that is already lost. It is nevertheless, important to identify women who are at risk of developing osteoporosis as early as possible, so that measures can be taken to prevent further bone loss. Because low BMD is a major risk factor for osteoporosis, its assessment is clinically useful.

Therapeutic evaluation of a unani formulation in the management of seborrhoeic dermatitis

Apart from advancement in diagnosis and management of skin diseases, several problems are still having no radical cure in dermatology and seborrhoeic dermatitis is one of them. In Unani medicine, management of several diseases are described in accordance with its fundamental principle of Mijaz and Akhlat, and have very promising effect on such diseases. Musaffiyat are in fact the key tools for almost every skin disorder. Several Unani formulations are being used since ancient times without any known side effects. As our study is based on modern approach of diagnosis and management, the result may be considered as more promising

effect of qurs-e-satawari in doudenal ulcer

Duodenal ulcer is a chronic recurrent disease. It is slightly more common in males than in females. There are various aetiological factors which contribute to the development of duodenal ulcer such as increased secretion of acid, genetic factor, alcoholism, smoking, great mental and physical stress. Helicobacter pylori can be identified in antral mucosa in 90% cases of duodenal ulcer. Unani physicians have described it under the term Qurh-e-ama, in which they described all the possible places of ulcer formation in small and large intestine with their types, causes, pathogenesis differentiating clinical features and treatment. Qurs-e-Satawari, which contains Satawar [Asparagus racemosus Willd], Aslus-sus [Glycyrrhiza glabra Linn.], soda Khurdani [soda bicarb], Sangjarahat [Silicate of Mangesia] and Gil-e-Kharya [Calcii Carbonas] was tested in 15 patients of duodenal ulcer in the dose of 2 tablets [0.5 gm each] three times a day for 6 months. At the end of the study overall clinical improvement in clinical features was found to be encouragings

Effect of Safoof-E-Satawar in acid peptic disorder [Hurqat-E-Meda]

Acid peptic disorder [hurqat-e-meda] is one of the common ailments of gastrointestinal tract. It is more common ailments of gastrointestinal tract. It is more common in the tropical countries and in those individuals, who are soft drinkers, alcoholics and non-vegetarians. Although it is a symptom and not a disease but Unani philosophers and physicians have described it as a disease in their treatises. The symptoms like epigastric pain, nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, distention of abdomen, water brash, burning in epigastrium, insomnia due to pain and tenderness in epigastrium compel the patient to consult his physician. Safoof-e-Satawar which includes Aslus-sus [Glycyrrhiza glabra], Satawar [Asparagus racemosus], Elaichi kalan [Amomum subulatum] and Zeera-e-siyah [Carum carvi] which are said to be beneficial in hyperacidity individually or in combination, was tested in 30 cases of hurqat-e-meda, in the dose of 6 gms in two equal divided dosage for 6 weeks. At the end of the study the relief in pain in epigastrium, nausea and vomiting, distention of abdomen, water brash, burning in epigastrium, insomnia due to pain and tenderness in epigastrium was found in 48.27%, 93.34%, 73.69%, 62.07%, 66.67%, 46.67%, 69.57% and 70.38% of cases respectively. There was marked decrease in the level of mean free acid from 34.1 mEq/L to 30.7 mEq/L after 6 weeks of treatment