Vector-Control Potential of Unani Medicines: A Review of Classical Unani Texts and Contemporary Scientific Literature.
J Vector Borne Dis
; 2024 Jan 29.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND OBJECTIVES:
Vector-borne diseases pose substantial global health challenges, with a notable impact in India as well. Effective vector control strategies are crucial to mitigating these diseases as there are no effective vaccines available. Synthetic chemicals are widely used but concerns about safety and environmental impact have prompted exploration of alternative, natural solutions. Unani medicine offers a potential source of natural products. This study aims to systematically review classical Unani texts and contemporary scientific literature to evaluate the vector control potential of Unani medicines.METHODS:
A comprehensive review of classical Unani texts was carried out to compile data on herbal and mineral substances suggested in Unani Medicine for control of insects. Furthermore, electronic databases like PubMed, Google Scholar, and Science Direct were explored for research studies evaluating the insect-repellent, larvicidal, and insecticidal activities of the Unani medicines recommended in these texts. Time restriction was not imposed to ensure the comprehensive retrieval of pertinent and up-to-date information.RESULTS:
From classical Unani texts, 29 drugs were identified for control of insects, primarily of plant origin from diverse botanical families. Recent scientific investigations have confirmed the insect-repellent, insecticidal, and larvicidal activities of 19 of these Unani medicines against various insect species, including mosquitoes. INTERPRETATIONCONCLUSION:
These findings underscore the potential of Unani medicines as natural source for vector control. However, further research is essential to explore mechanism, delivery methods, and optimal concentrations for developing effective vector-control formulations.
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MEDLINE
Tipo de estudo:
Prognostic_studies
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En
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J Vector Borne Dis
Assunto da revista:
MEDICINA TROPICAL
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PARASITOLOGIA
Ano de publicação:
2024
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Índia
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Índia