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Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine· 2016Q1

Revival, modernization and integration of Indian traditional herbal medicine in clinical practice: Importance, challenges and future

Saikat Sen, Raja Chakraborty

Short summary

Indian traditional herbal medicines, like Ayurveda and Siddha, are vital for primary healthcare, especially in rural areas, and modern research increasingly acknowledges their importance as a source for new drugs.

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Key points

  • Traditional herbal medicine is a major healthcare provider globally, especially in rural and developing areas.
  • Indian traditional systems (Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani) have a rich history and are recognized by modern research.
  • Medicinal plants from Indian traditions are a vital source for new drug discovery.
  • Evidence-based integration of these medicines into clinical practice is key to improving healthcare access.

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Abstract

In spite of incredible advances in modern science, technology and allopathic medicine a large we are unable to provide quality healthcare to all. Traditional medicine particularly herbal medicine considered as a major healthcare provider around the globe particularly in rural and remote areas. A large section of people depends on such medicine for their primary healthcare mainly in underdeveloped or developing countries. Indian traditional medicinal system like Ayurveda, Siddha and Unani has a very rich history of their effectiveness; modern research also acknowledged the importance of such medicine. Indian traditional medicine or medicinal plants are also considered as a vital source of new drug. Mainstreaming of such medicine is important for the people. Several steps have been taken in India to promote such medicine and to integrate them into clinical practice. Evidence based incorporation of Indian traditional medicine in clinical practice will help to provide quality healthcare to all.

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Field: Complementary and alternative medicine

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