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View article: Efficacy and Safety of Ayurveda Formulation ‘Trikatu’ in Dyslipidemia: A Study Protocol for a Prospective Randomized Double Blind Placebo Controlled Trial (Preprint)
Efficacy and Safety of Ayurveda Formulation ‘Trikatu’ in Dyslipidemia: A Study Protocol for a Prospective Randomized Double Blind Placebo Controlled Trial (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Dyslipidemia is a prevalent lifestyle and metabolic disorder that poses a significant risk for cardiovascular diseases. From the Ayurvedic standpoint, dyslipidemia may be understood as a disorder of fat metabolism. Trikatu, a c…
View article: Global Research Networking in Traditional and Complementary Medicine: Aligning with the Objectives of the World Health Organization Global Traditional Medicine Center
Global Research Networking in Traditional and Complementary Medicine: Aligning with the Objectives of the World Health Organization Global Traditional Medicine Center Open
A bstract Background: The World Health Organization (WHO) Global Traditional Medicine Center (GTMC), established in Jamnagar, India, in 2022, marked a pivotal step toward integrating traditional and complementary medicine (TCM) into global…
View article: Ayurveda therapeutic regimen as an Add-on to optimized conventional management of Parkinson’s disease: Protocol for an exploratory RCT for assessment of Clinical, Cortical excitability, Neuroimmune and Autonomic function parameters (Preprint)
Ayurveda therapeutic regimen as an Add-on to optimized conventional management of Parkinson’s disease: Protocol for an exploratory RCT for assessment of Clinical, Cortical excitability, Neuroimmune and Autonomic function parameters (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Parkinson's disease (PD), a progressive neurodegenerative disorder, lacks disease-modifying treatments. Current therapies focus on symptomatic relief, highlighting the need for adjunctive neuroprotective strategies. Ayurveda, a…
View article: Correction: Efficacy and safety of ayurvedic intervention (Sarpgandha Mishran) vs. amlodipine for stage‑i primary hypertension‑ study protocol for a prospective double‑dummy, double‑blind, placebo‑controlled randomized clinical trial
Correction: Efficacy and safety of ayurvedic intervention (Sarpgandha Mishran) vs. amlodipine for stage‑i primary hypertension‑ study protocol for a prospective double‑dummy, double‑blind, placebo‑controlled randomized clinical trial Open
View article: Efficacy and safety of ayurvedic intervention (Sarpgandha Mishran) vs amlodipine for Stage-I primary hypertension- study protocol for a prospective Double-Dummy, Double-Blind, placebo-controlled Randomized Clinical Trial
Efficacy and safety of ayurvedic intervention (Sarpgandha Mishran) vs amlodipine for Stage-I primary hypertension- study protocol for a prospective Double-Dummy, Double-Blind, placebo-controlled Randomized Clinical Trial Open
The trial is prospectively registered with the Clinical Trial Registry of India [CTRI/2021/12/038589], dated 13.12.2021.
View article: Ayush-GMH as an add-on to vitamin E in Grade I and II non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: A study protocol for double-blind randomized placebo-controlled clinical trial
Ayush-GMH as an add-on to vitamin E in Grade I and II non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: A study protocol for double-blind randomized placebo-controlled clinical trial Open
BACKGROUND: Liver diseases account for 4% of global deaths, with cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma being the leading causes. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), characterized by fat accumulation in the liver, is a significant c…
View article: Knowledge, attitude and practices of ayurvedic medicine practitioners in Kerala towards millets and millet-based diet: a prospective cross-sectional online survey study
Knowledge, attitude and practices of ayurvedic medicine practitioners in Kerala towards millets and millet-based diet: a prospective cross-sectional online survey study Open
Introduction Diet and lifestyle play pivotal roles in Ayurveda’s preventive and therapeutic principles. The rich culinary heritage of Kerala harmoniously aligns with Ayurvedic dietetic principles. With the recent designation of 2023 as the…
View article: Effectiveness of Composite Ayurveda Regimen in a Black Box Design for the Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis: Protocol of a Single Arm, Community-Based Study
Effectiveness of Composite Ayurveda Regimen in a Black Box Design for the Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis: Protocol of a Single Arm, Community-Based Study Open
Background Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that affects joints and can have extra-articular manifestations. RA usually tends to be progressive and leads to substantial health care burdens, both in terms of disability and…
View article: Efficacy and Safety of Murivenna Anal Infiltration Compared to Diltiazem Topical Application in Chronic Anal Fissure: Protocol for a Prospective, Randomized, Open-Label Clinical Trial
Efficacy and Safety of Murivenna Anal Infiltration Compared to Diltiazem Topical Application in Chronic Anal Fissure: Protocol for a Prospective, Randomized, Open-Label Clinical Trial Open
Background Anal fissure is a common proctologic condition that causes significant pain and anguish to patients, significantly impacting their quality of life and well-being. There are various treatment options for anal fissure, ranging fro…
View article: Impact of intra nasal administration of Ayurveda Medicine in apparently Healthy individuals on neuro-physiological variables and functional connectivity in Brain-Study protocol of an Exploratory Randomized Controlled Trial using f-MRI (Preprint)
Impact of intra nasal administration of Ayurveda Medicine in apparently Healthy individuals on neuro-physiological variables and functional connectivity in Brain-Study protocol of an Exploratory Randomized Controlled Trial using f-MRI (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Nasya karma, Ayurveda nasal drug delivery system, is considered as one of the potent therapeutic modalities among Panchakarma. The uniqueness of the procedure lies in the fact that nasal drug delivery can bypass normal liver me…
View article: "Impact of intra nasal administration of Ayurveda Medicine in apparently Healthy individuals on neuro-physiological variables and functional connectivity in Brain-Study protocol using f-MRI; an Exploratory Randomized Controlled Trial" (Preprint)
"Impact of intra nasal administration of Ayurveda Medicine in apparently Healthy individuals on neuro-physiological variables and functional connectivity in Brain-Study protocol using f-MRI; an Exploratory Randomized Controlled Trial" (Preprint) Open
View article: Efficacy and Safety of Murivenna Anal Infiltration Compared to Diltiazem Topical Application in Chronic Anal Fissure: Protocol for a Prospective, Randomized, Open-Label Clinical Trial (Preprint)
Efficacy and Safety of Murivenna Anal Infiltration Compared to Diltiazem Topical Application in Chronic Anal Fissure: Protocol for a Prospective, Randomized, Open-Label Clinical Trial (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Anal fissure is a common proctologic condition that causes significant pain and anguish to patients, significantly impacting their quality of life and well-being. There are various treatment options for anal fissure, ranging fr…
View article: Study protocol of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial on the efficacy and safety of an Ayurveda formulation (Ayush-SR) in the management of occupational stress among nurses
Study protocol of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial on the efficacy and safety of an Ayurveda formulation (Ayush-SR) in the management of occupational stress among nurses Open
BACKGROUND: Work-related stress has been found to have a detrimental effect on the individual’s productivity, quality of work, health, and personal life. Nursing has been identified as an occupation with high stress levels owing to complex…
View article: Safety and Prescription Trends of <i>Rasa Aushadhis</i> (<i>Ayurveda</i> Herbomineral Formulations): A Critical Appraisal of Reported Medical Practices from CCRAS Experience
Safety and Prescription Trends of <i>Rasa Aushadhis</i> (<i>Ayurveda</i> Herbomineral Formulations): A Critical Appraisal of Reported Medical Practices from CCRAS Experience Open
Background: In Ayurveda, metal and mineral-based formulations are popularly practised for their pleasant applicability and first-rate potency. There is no doubt about the safety and potency of Ayurveda Rasa Aushadhis if they are prepared a…
View article: Effectiveness of Composite Ayurveda Regimen in a Black Box Design for the Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis: Protocol of a Single Arm, Community-Based Study (Preprint)
Effectiveness of Composite Ayurveda Regimen in a Black Box Design for the Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis: Protocol of a Single Arm, Community-Based Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that affects joints and can have extra-articular manifestations. RA usually tends to be progressive and leads to substantial health care burdens, both in terms of disability an…
View article: A clinical study to evaluate the efficacy of Ayurvedic interventions in the management of Pinasa (chronic rhinosinusitis)
A clinical study to evaluate the efficacy of Ayurvedic interventions in the management of Pinasa (chronic rhinosinusitis) Open
BACKGROUND: The disease “ Pinasa ” is a chronic nasal disease affecting the nasal canal and paranasal sinuses and can be correlated with chronic rhinosinusitis in contemporary science. Given the literary indication, the present work evalua…
View article: Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) and Shunthi (Zingiber officinale) in mild and moderate COVID-19: An open-label randomized controlled exploratory trial
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) and Shunthi (Zingiber officinale) in mild and moderate COVID-19: An open-label randomized controlled exploratory trial Open
Clinical Trial Registry of India - CTRI/2020/08/027224.
View article: Efficacy and safety of Ayurveda interventions for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: A protocol for systematic review
Efficacy and safety of Ayurveda interventions for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: A protocol for systematic review Open
This systematic review aimed is to find evidence about the efficacy and safety of Ayurvedic management for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). This systematic review protocol was developed following the Preferred Reporting Items for …
View article: Use of Ayush measures and advocacies by Ayush practitioners and health seekers for the prevention of coronavirus disease-19: Cross-sectional analysis of an application-based data
Use of Ayush measures and advocacies by Ayush practitioners and health seekers for the prevention of coronavirus disease-19: Cross-sectional analysis of an application-based data Open
Introduction: Ayush Sanjivani is a mobile application launched by the Ministry of Ayush to gather information regarding the acceptability and extent of utilization of Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa, and Homoeopathy (Ayush) advoc…
View article: Disease Characteristics, Care-Seeking Behavior, and Outcomes Associated With the Use of AYUSH-64 in COVID-19 Patients in Home Isolation in India: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Analysis
Disease Characteristics, Care-Seeking Behavior, and Outcomes Associated With the Use of AYUSH-64 in COVID-19 Patients in Home Isolation in India: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Analysis Open
Background During the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in India, the Ministry of Ayush conducted a community study to provide therapeutic care to patients with asymptomatic, mild, and moderate COVID-19 in home isolation based on the em…
View article: Effect of an Ayurvedic Intervention (Ayush-64) as a Stand-Alone Treatment in Mild to Moderate COVID-19: An Exploratory Prospective Single-Arm Clinical Trial
Effect of an Ayurvedic Intervention (Ayush-64) as a Stand-Alone Treatment in Mild to Moderate COVID-19: An Exploratory Prospective Single-Arm Clinical Trial Open
An Ayurvedic polyherbal formulation (Ayush-64) was repurposed for use in mild to moderate COVID-19 cases based on the supportive evidence obtained from a pilot study on its effect on Influenza like illness (ILI) and molecular docking study…
View article: AYUSH-64 as an adjunct to standard care in mild to moderate COVID-19: An open-label randomized controlled trial in Chandigarh, India
AYUSH-64 as an adjunct to standard care in mild to moderate COVID-19: An open-label randomized controlled trial in Chandigarh, India Open
View article: Efficacy and Safety of AYUSH-64 in COVID-19: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Efficacy and Safety of AYUSH-64 in COVID-19: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
View article: Efficacy and safety of Ayurveda interventions for sinusitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Efficacy and safety of Ayurveda interventions for sinusitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Objectives To provide a broad evaluation of the efficacy and safety of Ayurveda interventions for the management of sinusitis. Methods Five electronic databases for published research articles, three databases for the dissertation/doctoral…
View article: Swasthya Assessment Scale (SAS)-Ayurveda based health assessment tool-insights on its development and validation
Swasthya Assessment Scale (SAS)-Ayurveda based health assessment tool-insights on its development and validation Open
Introduction: Ayurveda has a unique way of understanding the body, health, and diseases. Various determinants, including biological, ecological, medical, psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, and metaphysical factors, which depend on ea…
View article: AYUSH-64 as an adjunct to Standard Care in mild to moderate COVID-19: An open-label randomized controlled trial in Chandigarh, India
AYUSH-64 as an adjunct to Standard Care in mild to moderate COVID-19: An open-label randomized controlled trial in Chandigarh, India Open
Background: There is limited evidence on the safety and efficacy of administering Ayurveda interventions as add-on to the standard care for COVID-19. Objective: To explore the therapeutic efficacy and safety of AYUSH-64 as an add-on to sta…
View article: Authors' Response to Peer Reviews of “Mobile App–Reported Use of Traditional Medicine for Maintenance of Health in India During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Cross-sectional Questionnaire Study”
Authors' Response to Peer Reviews of “Mobile App–Reported Use of Traditional Medicine for Maintenance of Health in India During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Cross-sectional Questionnaire Study” Open
View article: Authors' Response to Peer Reviews of “Mobile App–Reported Use of Traditional Medicine for Maintenance of Health in India During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Cross-sectional Questionnaire Study” (Preprint)
Authors' Response to Peer Reviews of “Mobile App–Reported Use of Traditional Medicine for Maintenance of Health in India During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Cross-sectional Questionnaire Study” (Preprint) Open
UNSTRUCTURED This is the authors' response to peer reviews.
View article: Mobile App–Reported Use of Traditional Medicine for Maintenance of Health in India During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Cross-sectional Questionnaire Study
Mobile App–Reported Use of Traditional Medicine for Maintenance of Health in India During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Cross-sectional Questionnaire Study Open
Background India follows a pluralistic system for strategic and focused health care delivery in which traditional systems of medicine such as Ayurveda, yoga and naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa Rigpa, and homoeopathy (AYUSH) coexist with c…
View article: Dhatri Lauha in the management of iron deficiency anemia
Dhatri Lauha in the management of iron deficiency anemia Open
Background: The burden of iron-deficiency anemia (IDA) remains persistently high in India due to the poor tolerability of oral iron supplementation. Therefore, more focus is required to explore traditional medicine for safe and effective o…