Homeopathy for COVID-19 in primary care: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial (COVID-Simile study)

Adler, Ubiratan Cardinalli; Adler, Maristela Schiabel; Padula, Ana Elisa Madureira; Hotta, Livia Mitchiguian; César, Amarilys de Toledo; Diniz, José Nelson Martins; Santos, Helen de Freitas; Martínez, Edson Zangiacomí

doi:10.1016/j.joim.2022.03.003

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“…Some homeopathic researchers have considered whether randomized controlled trials appropriately measure the expected primary outcomes from homeopathic treatment, signaling an interest in finding other pathways to identify effectiveness 107 . Nevertheless, homeopathy is experiencing a growing body of evidence including clinical trials and systematic reviews, suggesting research in homeopathy will continue to evolve 5,77,108‐112 . A recent series of clinical trial outcomes has shown improvement with homeopathic remedies for several conditions 69,94,110,113 .…”

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“…44 Although there are many studies reviewing the safety of homeopathic medications, the majority are small studies performed outside of the United States that examined specific therapies for specific maladies, and only one US study is specific to perinatal health. 35,[76][77][78] In a 2022 systematic review, Stub et al reported on 41 eligible observational studies and concluded that although adverse effects of homeopathic remedies are often reported and statistically significant (P < .0001), the proportion of adverse events among patients receiving conventional medicine and herbs was significantly higher (P = .0001). 79 A systematic review of published case reports of adverse effects of homeopathy by Posadzki et al concluded there was potential of both direct and indirect harms to patients.…”

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Homeopathy: A State of the Science Review With Recommendations for Practical Therapies in Midwifery Practice

Tinney,

Rice

2023

J Midwife Womens Health

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A substantial proportion of adults and children in the United States use complementary and alternative health practices, including homeopathy. Many homeopathic therapies are readily available over the counter, and many individuals access and self-administer these therapies with little or no guidance from health care practitioners. In addition, patients and health care providers are often confused by terminologies associated with complementary practices and may be unable to distinguish homeopathy from naturopathy, herbalism, holistic medicine, Ayurveda, traditional Chinese medicine, or other forms of health care. Compared with European and Asian countries, education in the United States about complementary and alternative health practices is not typically found within traditional nursing, midwifery, or medical education curricula. Given this lack of education and the broad acceptance and popularity of homeopathy, it is necessary for health care practitioners to improve their knowledge regarding similarities and differences among therapies so they can fully inform and make appropriate recommendations to patients. The intent of this article is therefore to examine the state of existing science of homeopathy, distinguish it from other complementary methods, and provide midwives and women's health care providers with an introduction to common homeopathic therapies that may be recommended and safely used by persons seeking midwifery care. This review also presents the evidence base, pharmacology, manufacturing, and regulation of homeopathic therapies. We also consider controversies and misunderstandings regarding safety and efficacy of homeopathic remedies relevant to women and birthing persons. Examples of practical applications of homeopathic therapies for use in midwifery practice are introduced. Implications for practice and sample guidelines are included.

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Homeopathy: A State of the Science Review With Recommendations for Practical Therapies in Midwifery Practice

Tinney,

Rice

2023

J Midwife Womens Health

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“…Suppurative processes; adverse reactions to vaccinations. mindful and physical submission; a high susceptibility to getting sick from the cold; children that are stubborn and willful; dizziness from staring upwards; best to bundle up itchy, watery eyes in the morning; having trouble smelling and eventually losing that ability; hair-onthe-tongue feeling; stabbing like a pin in the tonsil; feeling of a cold settling into the throat; eruption of the parotid glands; a sharp discomfort when swallowing; coughing fits when lying down; expectoration is thick and yellow and lumpy; feelings of chill in the limbs even when indoors; nighttime sweating that gets worse in the morning; areas of the body that are suffering are ice cold [47].…”

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New Perspective and Applications of Homeopathy in Treating COVID-19 Symptoms

Sharma¹,

Puri²,

Dheer³

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COVID-19 Drug Development - Recent Advances, New Perspectives and Applications

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The long-term effects of infections such as COVID-19 survivor therapy and post-coronavirus infection are still being researched. The severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS-CoV-2)-caused new coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak is seeing a significant increase in affected individuals worldwide. In severe and critical COVID-19 patients, SARS-CoV-2 has been demonstrated to disrupt normal immunological responses, resulting in a weakened immune system and uncontrolled inflammatory reactions. Lymphocytic activation and dysfunction, granulocyte and monocyte abnormalities, elevated cytokine levels, and a rise in immunoglobulin G (IgG) and total antibodies are all seen in these patients. Scientists from all over the world are working constantly to identify particular treatments and vaccinations for Covid-19. Several cases of treatment have been recorded by homeopathic practitioners around the world, with encouraging results. Bryonia alba, Phosphorus, Arsenic album, Gelsemium sempervirens, and Camphora are some of the Homeopathic medicines that have shown to be effective. Government of India (Ministry of AYUSH) has promoted and approved Arsenic album 30 as an immune booster for its potential involvement in preventing COVID-19, and findings are gradually favoring for this drug. In the management of post-COVID-19 outcomes, homeopathy drugs can be used to treat non-COVID conditions. We explored new perspectives and applications of homeopathic medications that can help with COVID and post-COVID symptoms in this chapter.

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“…One of the most robust research protocols was developed by Adler et al 32 They examined the efficacy and safety of the homeopathic remedy Natrum muriaticum LM2 in mild cases of COVID-19 in a placebo-controlled and double-blinded RCT. In this 'COVID-Simile' study, there was no evidence for efficacy of Natrum muriaticum LM2, and time to recovery (the primary endpoint) did not differ between the groups.…”

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Brief Overview of Clinical Evidence for Homeopathic Interventions in the Management of COVID-19 Patients

Campos,

Silva,

Morais

et al. 2023

Homeopathy

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Homeopathy for COVID-19 in primary care: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial (COVID-Simile study)

Cited by 10 publications

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Homeopathy: A State of the Science Review With Recommendations for Practical Therapies in Midwifery Practice

Homeopathy: A State of the Science Review With Recommendations for Practical Therapies in Midwifery Practice

New Perspective and Applications of Homeopathy in Treating COVID-19 Symptoms

Brief Overview of Clinical Evidence for Homeopathic Interventions in the Management of COVID-19 Patients

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