Bibliometric analysis of the research publications on AYUSH-64 for COVID-19

Abstract

In India, traditional systems of medicine such as Ayurveda have played a very significant role in the mitigation of COVID-19. AYUSH-64 was one of the main Ayurveda formulations which were used for the management of asymptomatic, mild, and moderate cases of COVID-19. To serve as a resource for future research, we set out to analyze the research articles on AYUSH-64 for COVID-19. In this study, the publications from the year 2019 to 2024, related to AYUSH-64, were searched in the Dimensions database and bibliometrically analyzed with VOSviewer 1.6.19 software. A total of 34 publications were found from 22 journals and 3 preprint platform sources. Chief contribution from 64 authors and 17 organizations was identified, and 17 keywords were used more than 10 times indicating clinical research as the hotspot for AYUSH-64. Overall, this analysis suggests the presence of a limited yet substantial number of good-quality research publications associated with AYUSH-64 for COVID-19. Furthermore, the study highlights the notable level of research collaboration, as evidenced by the strong associations among highly contributing authors.