Ayush [Indian System of Medicines] Prophylaxis Against COVID-19: A Living Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (Second Update).

Ayush (Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy) system of medicine has been extensively used in India for the prevention and management of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The present report is the second update of a living systematic review and meta-analysis and has been intended to assess the preventive potential and safety of Ayush drugs against COVID-19. A search of databases such as PubMed, the Cochrane central register of controlled trials, the World Health Organization (WHO) COVID-19 database, the clinical trial registry-India, the AYUSH research portal, and preprint repositories was performed till March 1, 2023.

AYUSH (Indian System of Medicines) Therapeutics for COVID-19: A Living Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (First Update).

In India, alternative and complementary therapies (Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy [AYUSH] medicines) are extensively utilized in COVID-19 management, and some were investigated clinically. This study assessed the effectiveness of AYUSH therapeutic on COVID-19 through a living systematic review and meta-analysis approach. Databases like PubMed; the Cochrane central register of controlled trials; WHO COVID-19 database; the central trial registry-India; Digital Helpline for Ayurveda Research Articles and AYUSH research portal, and preprint repositories were searched till August 1, 2021.

Impact of AYUSH 64 as an adjunctive to standard of care in mild COVID 19 - An open-label randomized controlled pilot study.

Background: Ayurveda herbal formulation AYUSH-64, proven to treat malaria and influenza-like illness in india was repurposed for COVID-19 patients considering preliminary evidances, however, scientific data was not available.

Aim: To evaluate the preliminary efficacy and safety of AYUSH 64 as an add-on to standard of care in mild COVID19 patients.

Materials And Methods: A single centre, randomized, open-labeled, controlled, pilot study were conducted on mild COVID 19 confirmed patients.

(Ayurveda medication) improves the perceived immunity in individuals at risk of SARS-CoV-2: A Multicentred, controlled, before-and-after study.

During the COVID-19 pandemic in India, Ayurvedic medication ( GG) was prescribed by Ayurveda physicians for prevention and management. This study aimed to evaluate the prophylactic effect of GG in individuals with moderate to very high risk of SARS-CoV-2. A multicenter, controlled, quasi-experimental, before-and-after study was conducted on individuals at moderate to very high risk of SARS-COV-2 exposure.

Impact of AYUSH interventions on COVID-19: a protocol for a living systematic review and meta-analysis.

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has created a great burden on governments and the medical fraternity globally. Many clinical studies from the Indian system of Traditional Medicines [Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy (AYUSH)] have been carried out to find appropriate solutions. Through a living systematic review and meta-analysis, this study aims to determine the effectiveness of the Traditional System of Indian Medicine (AYUSH system) in lowering the incidence, duration, and severity of COVID-19.

Personalized ayurvedic approach involving Sadyo Vamana in COVID-19 management: A case report.

Sars Cov-2 has emerged as a global threat worldwide. At present, India is the second worsely-hit nation by COVID-19. Since it is a novel virus, there is no specific treatment strategy available at present.

Add-on Ayurveda Treatment for Early Stage COVID-19: A Single Center Retrospective Cohort Study From Gujarat, India.

The retrospective cohort study aimed to evaluate the clinical outcomes of Ayurveda treatment exposure as an add-on to conventional care in early stage COVID-19 patients admitted at Samaras COVID care center, Ahmedabad, India. Conventional care included Vitamin-c, Azithromycin, and Paracetamol. Ayurveda formulations used as add-on were and decoctions along with powder tablet, AYUSH-64 tablet AND tablet for oral administration.

Efficacy of , decoction with processed in the management of ovarian cyst - A pilot study.

Background: Ovarian cyst is an emerging problem among the women of reproductive age group. Most of the ovarian cyst (80%-85%) are benign, and two-thirds of these occur in women between 20 and 44 years of age. They may be identified in asymptomatic women during routine pelvic examination or may produce symptoms.

Ayurvedic approach for management of Wilson's disease: A case report.

Wilson's disease betides due to mutation in ATP-7B that leads to snagging in copper transport by the hepatic lysosomes resulted in the deposition of copper in the brain, liver, kidney or skeletal system. The symptoms are jaundice, edema in legs, ascites, Kayser-Fleischer rings, dysarthria, dysphagia, ataxia, dyskinesia, and muscle spasticity. Current therapeutic modalities for the management of Wilson's disease include zinc, trientine, penicillamine and ammonium tetrathiomolybdate.

Efficacy of (therapeutic purgation) followed by (cow ghee) in the management of (oligozoospermia): A clinical study.

Background: Fertility is affected by many different cultural, environmental and socioeconomic factors, especially in developing countries where poverty and infections are common place. Infertility is the inability of a sexually active, noncontracepting couple to achieve spontaneous pregnancy in 1 year. (biopurificatory) procedures are indicated before the administration of (aphrodisiac) drugs, especially (therapeutic purgation) is indicated in the cases of vitiation of (seminal parameters).

in autoimmune pancreatitis: A single-case study.

Autoimmune pancreatitis (AIP) is the pancreatic manifestation of a systemic fibro-inflammatory disorder. AIP is a unique form of pancreatitis in which autoimmune mechanisms are suspected to be involved in the pathogenesis. AIP is a rare disorder, its exact cause is unknown, but it is thought to be caused by the body's immune system attacking the pancreas and it responds to steroid therapy only.

Management of hypothyroidism by (therapeutic enema)- A case report.

Hypothyroidism is emerging as a common health concern in India as well as worldwide. An autoimmune cause accounts for approximately 90% of adult hypothyroidism mostly due to Hashimoto's disease. This autoimmunity goes parallel with the theory of (intermediatory product) in Ayurveda.

A clinical study to evaluate the role of along with in the management of hypothyroidism.

Context: Hypothyroidism is one of the most common thyroid disorders in India, affecting one in ten adults. Although the diagnosis and treatment of hypothyroidism are often considered simple, there are large number of people with this condition who are suboptimally treated. Due to wide spectrum of the disease and high prevalence in the society, the current issue was opted for study and its management by means of Ayurvedic principles.

A single-case study of management of (ascites).

Most common manifestation of liver dysfunction is ascites and most common cause of ascites is liver disease. Ascites is the accumulation of fluid in the peritoneum. Inspite of advanced medical facilities, still, there is no sure treatment which cures a patient of ascites totally.

Efficacy of with in the management of (bronchial asthma).

Introduction: Bronchial asthma is a highly prevalent disease, and in most of the etiopathogenesis and symptomatology, it can be correlated with . ( [Manila] Standley.) is an annual herbaceous climbing plant with a long history of medicinal uses for the treatment of various ailments including jaundice, diabetes, ulcer, piles, colitis, asthma, insanity, hypertension, congestive cardiac failure and skin disorders.

Efficacy of Nasya (nasal medication) in coma: A case study.

For emergency conditions, Ayurveda has never been given importance in recent times. However, there are certain emergency conditions where biomedicine has limitations but, Ayurveda can provide solution. Classics have many references regarding management of acute conditions like syncope, coma, episodic conditions of bronchial asthma, epilepsy, etc.

Clinical efficacy of Amalaki Rasayana in the management of Pandu (Iron deficiency anemia).

Introduction: Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies worldwide, which can be correlated to Pandu described in ayurvedic classics. Poor absorption of iron is one of the main reasons of IDA. Amalaki (Phyllanthus emblica L.

Role of and in the management of (oligozoospermia): A pilot study.

Background: Infertility is the inability of a sexually active, noncontracepting couple to achieve spontaneous pregnancy in 1 year. Low sperm count (oligozoospermia) is one of the main causes of male infertility and is correlated with (oligozoospermia). procedures are to be performed before the administration of drugs, especially has been indicated in the cases of .

Management of (rheumatoid arthritis) with diet and .

is a disease in which vitiation of and accumulation of take place in joint(s), and it simulates rheumatoid arthritis (RA) at modern parlance. (conservative) and (biological purification of the body) treatments are advised in Ayurveda whereas anti-inflammatory, analgesics, steroids, and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs are required for its management as per modern medicine, which are not free from side effects. A female was suffering from multiple joints pain with swelling, severe morning stiffness, restricted movements, malaise, and (poor appetite) for the past 1½ year, which was classified as /RA (having 7/10 score as per the RA classification criteria, 2010).