Anti-pathogenic activity of Okoubaka

Translational value Okoubaka is used in treatment and prevention of several gastrointestinal problems. This in-vitro study evaluated the action of Okoubaka mother tincture and 3x on the microbial activity of human colon microbiota and studied the preventive effect against infections with diarrhea-causing pathogens. Both Okoubaka MT and 3x were able to restrict the colonization of … Read more

Pyrogenium 12cH ointment for Myiases in Animals!

Translational value Adjuvant or add-on therapies in homeopathy are being used and well accepted since a decade now, but the use of local application as add-on is subjected to debate since long, however, there is a considerable acceptance to this concept that might be attributed to deeper understanding of diseases and the circumstances to use … Read more

Stannum met + Cress Germination = an unprecedented opportunity for basic homeopathy research

Translational value In the predecessor study the authors developed a system to assess the cress germination when Stannum met 30x was given to the plant (observing the crystallization patterns). In the present study the work goes deeper to know the specific effects of Stannum met 30x on cress germination model. The three characterisations were studied … Read more

Syzygium jambolanum: The saviour

Original Study Ref: Nilima S Bangar et al. Homeopathy 2024 May;113(2):98-111. doi: 10.1055/s-0043-1771024. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37857331/ Translational value Syzygium jambolanum has found a respectable place both in clinical practice as well as research due to presence of various active phytochemicals and their utility in wide variety of conditions. The present study investigated the anti-glycation molecular mechanism (responsible for … Read more

The safety and tolerant doses in fundamental research!

Original Study Ref: *Abanti Goswami et al. Altern Ther Health Med 2024 Jun 7:AT10469. #Mahima Sharma et al. Homeopathy 2024 May;113(2):86-97. doi: 10.1055/s-0043-1770338. Translational value The safety and toxicity studies in fundamental and basic research in homeopathy hold a greater importance because they suggest the maximum dose that can be given for experimentation. In simpler … Read more

Mixing methods of preparation do create a difference!

Original Study details: Title: Vortex-like vs. turbulent mixing of a Viscum album preparation affects crystalline structures formed in dried droplets Citation: Maria Olga Kokornaczyk et al. Sci Rep 2024 Jun 5;14(1):12965. doi: 10.1038/s41598-024-63797-z. Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38839929/ TRANSLATIONAL VALUE (by IPRH) In this interesting yet thought provoking research the Viscum album Quercus L was prepared according to … Read more

Research Updated Homeopathy – Vol 11 – Issue 2 – 2024 – The Translational Value of Homeopathy

The latest issue of Research Updates Homeopathy – Vol 11 – Issue 2 is out now! The “Translational value” segment as introduced in the last issue of Research Updates received a welcoming response. In an era where majority of the population is “research curious” yet not involved in research directly, it becomes important to convey … Read more

Potentization sharpens the action of medicines!

research in homeopathy

Original Study link Adalberto C von Ancken et al. Aspirin 15cH has Different Effects on Morphology and Function of Lipopolysaccharide-Challenged RAW 264.7 Macrophages In Vitro Compared to a Pharmacological Dose of Aspirin. Homeopathy 2024. Link: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37517405/ Translational value It is inherent and basic philosophy of homeopathy that the original medicinal substance retains its properties even … Read more

Protective role of Syzygium for treating diabetic neuropathy

Original Study link Mechanistic role of Syzygium cumini (L.) Skeels in glycation induced diabetic nephropathy via RAGE-NF-κB pathway and extracellular proteins modifications: A molecular approach Link: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38110133/ Translational value Diabetes is one the fastest prevailing endocrine disorders. Its treatment and management possess a major challenge. In Homeopathy the medicines Syzgium is being used in various … Read more

Arnica montana’s anti-inflammatory properties

Original study link Anti-inflammatory effects of Arnica montana (mother tincture and homeopathic dilutions) in various cell modelsJustine Verre et al. J Ethnopharmacol 2024 Jan 10;318(Pt B):117064. doi: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.117064. Translational value Arnica is probably the first medicine of choice in various injuries as a first aid. It is considered to be a healing, homeostatic and pain … Read more