Unani Medicine

Overview of Unani Medicine

• Unani medicine, also known as Greco-Arabic medicine, originated from the teachings of Hippocrates (Greece) and Galen (Rome), later developed by Arab and Persian scholars like Avicenna (Ibn Sina).
• It is widely practiced in India, the Middle East, and South Asia.

Principle

• The Unani system is based on the humoral theory, which states that the human body contains four humors:
  1. Dam (Blood)
  2. Balgham (Phlegm)
  3. Safra (Yellow Bile)
  4. Sauda (Black Bile)
• The balance of these humors ensures good health, while an imbalance leads to diseases.

Diagnosis in Unani Medicine

• Nabz (Pulse Diagnosis)
• Urine Examination
• Stool Examination
• Observation of Skin, Eyes, and Tongue
• Detailed case history analysis (Temperament and Humoral Imbalance)

Role of Pharmacognosy in Unani Medicine

1. Identification of Medicinal Plants – Pharmacognosy helps in identifying key Unani medicinal herbs like Gilo (Tinospora cordifolia), Saffron, Aloe Vera, and Senna.
2. Standardization of Herbal Drugs – Ensures quality control through microscopic and chemical analysis.
3. Development of Unani Formulations – Used in making Sharbat (Syrups), Majoon (Confections), Hab (Pills), and Roghan (Oils).
4. Safety and Efficacy Studies – Validating the traditional claims of Unani herbs through phytochemical and pharmacological research.

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