Mechanistic support of traditional Persian medicine for the treatment of acne vulgaris: A scoping review

Background: Acne Vulgaris is a common skin condition in 35%-90% of youth. Although traditional methods of treating acne in Iran seem to be common and high demand, a few studies about this issue have been accomplished. This study aimed to find out how much definitions and recommendations about this condition in Traditional Persian Medicine (TPM) are similar to contemporary medicine. Methods: Seven main reference books from TPM were selected. The equivalents of acne in TPM were found and comparison of the definitions and recommendations of TPM and CM were extracted. Two diseases called Namlah and Bosoor-Labanieh were most similar to acne. These keywords were searched in TPM Books by using “Noor software”. Results: In TPM references, two diseases of “Namlah” and “Bosoor-Labanieh” are very similar to acne. The cause of these diseases in TPM textbooks has been explained as the effort of the body for the disposal of wastes through the skin and accumulation of them below it. The treatments are lifestyle modification, drug therapy, and manual interventions. Conclusion: Interventions of TPM have been experienced by Iranian physicians of the Old Testament over hundreds of years. There are meaningful similarities among TPM texts in descriptions and advice. In addition, there are remarkable similarities in the disease characteristics and some of the recommendations for acne in TPM and CM. The effectiveness and cost-benefit of the recommended TPM therapeutics and methods can be considered and evaluated as hypotheses for the case and group studies and clinical trials.

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Medicinal Plants for the Treatment of Asthma: A Traditional Persian Medicine Perspective

Current Pharmaceutical Design ◽

10.2174/1381612822666161021143332 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 23 (11) ◽

pp. 1623-1632 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Behjat Javadi ◽

Amirhossein Sahebkar ◽

Seyed Ahmad Emami

Keyword(s):

Medicinal Plants ◽

Persian Medicine ◽

Traditional Persian Medicine

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An Evidence-Based Review of Antitussive Herbs Containing Essential Oils in Traditional Persian Medicine

Current Drug Discovery Technologies ◽

10.2174/1568009620666200421091245 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 17 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Ayda Hosseinkhani ◽

Bijan Ziaeian ◽

Kamran Hessami ◽

Mohammad Mehdi Zarshenas ◽

Ali Kashkooe ◽

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Keyword(s):

Medicinal Plants ◽

Essential Oils ◽

Scientific Evidence ◽

Herbal Remedies ◽

Future Research ◽

Evidence Based ◽

Online Databases ◽

Persian Medicine ◽

Troublesome Symptom ◽

Traditional Persian Medicine

Background: Cough is one of the most common medical symptoms for which medical advice is sought. Although cough is a protective reflex responsible for clearing the airways from secretions and foreign bodies, it can be a troublesome symptom that causes discomfort to patients. Due to the increasing interest in herbal remedies in the both developed and developing countries, in the current study, we aimed to overview medicinal herbs containing essential oils used as antitussive agents according to the Traditional Persian Medicine [TPM] textbooks. We summarized the relevant scientific evidence on their possible pharmacological actions. Methods: To collect the evidence for treatment of cough or “seaal” [cough in ancient books] from TPM sources, five main medicinal Persian manuscripts were studied. The antitussive herbs were listed and their scientific names were identified and authenticated in accordance with botanical reference books. ScienceDirect and PubMed online databases were searched for related mechanisms of action of the reported medicinal plants. Results: The number of 49 herbs containing essential oils were recommended in TPM for the treatment of cough; 21 of them had at least one known mechanism of action for cough suppression in the scientific literature. According to this review, most of the cited medicinal plants were assessed for either nitric oxide inhibitory or antitussive/expectorant activities. Conclusion: In addition to advantageous effects of antitussive herbs noted by TPM, the present review highlighted some recent evidence-based data on these promising candidates that could be used as an outline for future research on their medicinal use.

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An Investigation on the Properties of Zingiber officinale Rose and Its Application in Nutrition and Medicine Based on Scientific and Islamic Texts

Tabari Biomedical Student Research Journal ◽

10.18502/tbsrj.v3i4.7791 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Hamed Fathi ◽

Fatemeh Faraji ◽

Niusha Esmaealzadeh ◽

Shahram Eslami ◽

Mohammad Bagher Mohammadi Laeeni

Keyword(s):

Clinical Studies ◽

Web Of Science ◽

Zingiber Officinale ◽

Modern Medicine ◽

Pharmacological Properties ◽

Laboratory Studies ◽

Scientific Databases ◽

Positive Effects ◽

Persian Medicine ◽

Traditional Persian Medicine

Introduction: Zingiber officinale Rose (ginger) has been used for many purposes in traditional medicine since 2500 years ago. This study intends to introduce the ginger plant, some of their applications in the field of human health in traditional and modern medicine, and their conformity with Islamic and Quranic findings. Material and Methods: Administrative and therapeutic information of ginger plant has been searched in related and valid books, scientific databases including Web of Science, PubMed, SID, Google Scholar, and Scopus. Ginger keyword has been searched in the Quran and hadiths and its medicinal and pharmacological properties; also in traditional Persian medicine and laboratory studies, the day, was collected from published articles. In order to confirm the obtained information, it was matched with Quranic and narration versions, and the obtained information was analyzed, compiled, and presented. Results: Avicenna has mentioned the positive effects of ginger in his Canon of Medicine. The Food and Drug Administration of the Ministry of Health in Iran has also introduced ginger as a dietary supplement. Ginger is one of those plants which name is mentioned in the Quran, in verse 17 of Surah Al-Insan. In narrations and quoting scientists as well as in modern medicine and articles, the effects and application of this plant in the field of medicine and nutrition have been mentioned. Conclusion: The results have shown that the use of ginger in nutrition as a spice or supplement and in Persian medicine as a medicament has a scientific and practical basis, and studies on this issue are confirmed both in science and Islam. Findings obtained from laboratory and clinical studies can also be effective in the proper use and preparation of appropriate medicinal forms of this plant.

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Prevention and Treatment of Flatulence From a Traditional Persian Medicine Perspective

Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal ◽

10.5812/ircmj.23664 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 18 (4) ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Bagher Larijani ◽

Mohammad Medhi Esfahani ◽

Maryam Moghimi ◽

Mohammad Reza Shams Ardakani ◽

Mansoor Keshavarz ◽

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Keyword(s):

Prevention And Treatment ◽

Persian Medicine ◽

Traditional Persian Medicine

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A randomized clinical trial on treatment of chronic constipation by traditional persian medicine recommendations compared to allopathic medicine: A pilot study

International Journal of Preventive Medicine ◽

10.4103/ijpvm.ijpvm_302_16 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 8 (1) ◽

pp. 50 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

MohammadMahdi Parvizi ◽

MohammadReza Fattahi ◽

SeyedMorteza Emami Alorizi ◽

Majid Nimrouzi ◽

MohammadM Zarshenas

Keyword(s):

Clinical Trial ◽

Pilot Study ◽

Randomized Clinical Trial ◽

Chronic Constipation ◽

Allopathic Medicine ◽

Persian Medicine ◽

Traditional Persian Medicine

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Factors Affecting Tendency and Adherence to Traditional Persian Medicine: A Qualitative Study

Jundishapur Journal of Natural Pharmaceutical Products ◽

10.5812/jjnpp.107933 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol In Press (In Press) ◽

Author(s):

Mansoureh Sabbagh-Bani-Azad ◽

Roja Rahimi ◽

Abbas Kebriaeezadeh ◽

Mohammad Mahdi Zolfagharzadeh ◽

Akbar Abdollahiasl

Keyword(s):

Qualitative Study ◽

Healthcare Providers ◽

Modern Medicine ◽

Saturation Point ◽

Factors Affecting ◽

Medical Discipline ◽

Persian Medicine ◽

Traditional Persian Medicine ◽

Based Medicine ◽

Depth Interviews

Background: Adherence to medications is crucial for them to be effective. Traditional Persian Medicine (TPM) is an ancient medical discipline originated from old Persia and is currently used along with modern medicine in Iran. Evaluating the factors affecting adherence to TPM can have far-reaching implications for policymakers to make informed decisions. Objectives: This qualitative study investigates the factors affecting tendency and adherence to TPM among Iranians. Methods: We collected data from stakeholders in TPM using a focus group involving 13 participants and by conducting four in-depth interviews. The saturation point was reached at the 4th interview. We recorded all the interviews and then transcribed them verbatim for thematic content analysis. Results: We obtained 297 codes and 29 sub-themes for the factors affecting adherence to TPM, including the factors affecting compliance and tendency. Then we extracted the main themes. People’s beliefs, the inherent characteristics of traditional medicine and its status quo, attempts to bring about positive changes to TPM, and the problems facing the modern health system were the main factors affecting adherence to TPM. Conclusions: Despite many strenuous efforts in Iran to study TPM along with the lines of evidence-based medicine, policymaking, financing, patients’ and healthcare providers’ education, popular beliefs, and administrative transparency are needed to be addressed more adequately to promote adherence to TPM and help build integrative medicine in Iran’s healthcare system.

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Management of Breast Milk Oversupply in Traditional Persian Medicine

Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine ◽

10.1177/2156587217722474 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 22 (4) ◽

pp. 1044-1050 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Marya Kabiri ◽

Mohammad Kamalinejad ◽

Farnaz Sohrabvand ◽

Soodabeh Bioos ◽

Mohammad Babaeian

Keyword(s):

Breast Milk ◽

Current Literature ◽

Modern Medicine ◽

Current Medical ◽

Medical Resources ◽

Persian Medicine ◽

Natural Remedies ◽

Traditional Persian Medicine ◽

Medical Concepts

Comprehensive explanation about milk oversupply is not available in the current literature because few studies have been done on this topic. In traditional Persian medicine, milk oversupply and its management have been described. The aim of this study was to investigate milk oversupply from the perspective of medieval Persian practitioners. In this study, some main medical resources of traditional Persian medicine such as Al-Havi and the Canon of Medicine were studied to extract valuable information about milk oversupply. Etiology of milk overproduction according to traditional Persian medicine is based on humors theory and cannot be easily compared with current medical concepts. Diet modifications and natural remedies have been applied for managing this condition but the majority of traditional Persian medicine interventions for reducing milk oversupply have not been scientifically investigated in modern medicine. The knowledge of milk oversupply in traditional Persian medicine may be helpful to conduct further related studies.

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