Unani System of Medicine

Unani System of Medicine : 

Unani System of Medicine Gadade Dipak Dept. of Pharmaceutics, Shri Bhagwan College of Pharmacy, Aurangabad 3/17/2011

Introduction : 

Introduction Unani system developed during Arabian civilization Greek philosopher, physician Hippocrates flourished Unani system of medicine (460BC) Arabs like Rhazes, Al-ahravi Ibne-Nafis and others developed further. Abu Sina, an Arab philosopher and Physicist who wrote 'Kitab-al-shifa' or 'Avicenna' 3/17/2011

Introduction : 

Introduction Traditional medicines from Egypt, Syria, Iraq, Persia, India, China and other Middle East countries percolated in Unani medicines In India it was introduced by arabs and firmly rooted under patronage of rulers in Delhi viz. King Allaudin Khilji, King Mohammed It is survived in British period due to efforts of Sharifi family in Delhi, Azizi family in Lucknow and the Nizam of Hyderabad and soon it took firm roots 3/17/2011

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In Indian subcontinent contribution of Hakim Ajmal Khan, Hakim Abdul Hameed, Hakim Mohammed Said and Hakim Syed Zillur Rahman is imp. Diascorides, Aristotle & Galen continued & contributed to dvpt. of this system During 5th century AD Greek medicine was translated to Arabic 3/17/2011

Theory and Basic Principles : 

Theory and Basic Principles Unani system of medicine is based on theory of 4 humors developed by Hippocrates Four humors include Dum (Blood) Balgham (Phlegm) Safra (Yellow bile) Sauda (Black bile) which regulates functions of body 3/17/2011

Theory and Basic Principles : 

Theory and Basic Principles Pythagorian theory of 4 proximate qualities or states of matter includes viz. hot, cold, wet and dry These associate to form air (hot & moist) fire (hot & dry) water (cold & wet) earth (cold & dry) 3/17/2011

Theory and Basic Principles : 

Theory and Basic Principles The interaction of these inherent element gives rise to temperament or Mizaj As per temperament, personalities are described as Hot (Mizaj-e-har) Cold (Mizaj-e-barid) Dry (Mizaj-e-yabis) and Moist (Mizaj-e-rath) 3/17/2011

Theory and Basic Principles : 

Theory and Basic Principles Main constituents of body are Arkan (earth, water, air & fire) Mijaz (temperament) Akhlat (humour) Aza (organs) Arwah (spirit/ vital breath) Quva (energy: Natural,pstchic, vital) Afal (action) 3/17/2011

Theory and Basic Principles : 

Theory and Basic Principles Heath is correct proportion of humors & cause of disease is believed to be due to deficiency or imbalance of humors & plethora Sometimes external factors like infection (tadia) may cause disease 3/17/2011

Diagnosis : 

Diagnosis Hakeems (Physicians) diagnose the patients It is mainly dependent on the Temperament (Mizaj) of the patient Balanced : Mijaj-e-mutamil Imbalaced : Mijaj-e-ghair-mautamil 3/17/2011

Diagnosis : 

Diagnosis Hereditary condition and different complaints, signs and symptoms of the body, external observation, exam. of the Pulse (Nubz), urine and stool, etc. Other aspects like age, sex, habits, family history, hobbies, working environment also considered in diagnostic part. 3/17/2011

Treatment : 

Treatment Unique & specialized methods of treatment are used in Unani medicine Drug prescribed according to degree of variation from normal health 3/17/2011

Treatment : 

Treatment Treatment can be basically divided into two parts First part Izalae sabab that attempts to remove cause of ailment Second part Tadeele akhlat emphasizes on strengthening of natural defense mechanism & prevents relapse Third part Tadeele aza (normalization of tissues/organs) 3/17/2011d

Treatment : 

Treatment Root cause of disease is treated by following methods- Ilaj-bil-Tadbir (Regimental therapy) Ilaj-bil-Ghiza (Dieto therapy ) Ilaj-bil-Dawa (Pharmacotherapy) Ilaj-bil-Hawa (Climatic therapy) Jarahat 3/17/2011

Treatment : 

Treatment Ilaj-bil-Tadbir (Regimental therapy): therapy includes coughing, diaphoresis, diuresis, Turkish bath, massage, purging, emesis, exercise, leeching, etc 3/17/2011

Treatment : 

Treatment Ilaj-bil-Ghiza (Dieto therapy ): administration of specific diets or by regulating the quantity and quality of food. Humors which are products of digestion of food is restored first to get rid accumulated toxins 3/17/2011

Treatment : 

Treatment Ilaj-bil-Dawa (Pharmacotherapy): Indigenous herbal drugs are used for the treatment Physical, mental & emotional exercises prescribed for inner health Massage used for toning of nervous & circulatory system 3/17/2011

Treatment : 

Treatment Ilaj-bil-Hawa (Climatic therapy): Rehabilitation of patient to different climate to get fresh and healthy air Jarahat: Surgery was also performed. 3/17/2011

Unani Medicine : 

Unani Medicine Materia medica of Unani system of medicine consists of drugs of vegetable, animal and mineral origin Vegetable crude drugs include various organized plant parts and also unorgnized secretory products like latex, gums, etc. 3/17/2011

Unani Medicine : 

Unani Medicine Animal drugs includes animal organs, their flesh, hairs, excreta or bones, etc. Minerals like gold, silver, lead, zinc, copper, iron, antimony and arsenic, mica, talc, etc. 3/17/2011

Various Unani Forms of Drugs : 

Various Unani Forms of Drugs 3/17/2011

References : 

References Rangari Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, Career Publication, Nasik. pp. 23-26 www.unanidoctor.com http://indianmedicine.nic.in http://www.articlesbase.com http://www.crism.net/research.htm. 3/17/2011

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF UNANIMEDICINE : 

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF UNANIMEDICINE Dept. Of Ayurveda Yoga & Naturopathy Unani Siddha and Homeopathy, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of IndiaKottigepalya, Magadi Main Road, BANGALORE – 560091Karnataka State, INDIAPhone: 080-23584260Tele Fax : 080-23584180Email :info@nium.in 3/17/2011

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