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ArticleCureus2024

Immunomodulatory Effects of a Herbo-Mineral Ayurvedic Formulation in Experimental Models.

Vaidya B Prakash, Sneha T Sati, Yashwant K Rao, Shikha Prakash, Neha Negi

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Article in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Vaidya B PrakashImmunology, Vaidya Chandra Prakash Cancer (VCPC) Research Foundation, Rudrapur, IND.
Sneha T SatiClinical Research, Vaidya Chandra Prakash Cancer (VCPC) Research Foundation, Rudrapur, IND.
Yashwant K RaoPediatrics, Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial Medical College, Kanpur, IND.
Shikha PrakashMedicine, Padaav - Specialty Ayurvedic Treatment Centre, Rudrapur, IND.
Neha NegiClinical Research, Padaav - Specialty Ayurvedic Treatment Centre, Rudrapur, IND.

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Abstract

backgroundAyurveda, an ancient Indian system of medicine, encapsulates comprehensive principles and formulations for disease prevention and treatment. A herbo-mineral Ayurvedic formulation, IMMBO, comprising

objectiveThis discussed series of experimental studies were conducted to explore the immuno-modulatory potential of IMMBO. METHODOLOGY: A series of experimental studies were carried out in immunosuppressed rats to explore the immune-modulatory effects of IMMBO.

resultsIMMBO was effective in reinstating neutrophil activation, stimulating cellular and humoral immunity, and counteracting immunosuppression at the molecular level. The modulation of key signalling molecules, including tumour necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), interferon-gamma (IFN-γ), interleukin-1 beta (IL-1β), extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK), phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K), and nuclear factor-kappa B (NF-κb), showcased the formulation's multifaceted impact. Additionally, its ability to block histamine release suggests potential in controlling allergic states, positioning it as a promising therapeutic candidate for immune-related disorders. However, the precise mode of action remains elusive, warranting further in-depth pharmacological studies.

conclusionThis research substantiates the ancient Ayurvedic wisdom using modern scientific parameters, endorsing IMMBO's potential as an immune-modulatory agent.

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allergyayurvedaimmboimmunityimmuno-modulator

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PMID38800281
PMCPMC11120017

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