Scientific evaluation of some Ayurvedic preparations for correction of iron deficiency and anemia

Sharma, Dinesh C; Chandiramani, Deepa; Riyat, Manminder; Sharma, Praveen

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“…Furthermore it was observed that this drug is effective in IDA among all age groups; pediatric, geriatrics and adult age groups. 6,12,13 Studies also reveal that this drug is well tolerated among the patients without any side effects and untoward effects compared to allopathic drug in one of the clinical trials. 12 One of the advantages of Ayurvedic preparations is that most of these drugs are administered with some vehicle which improves the efficacy of the parent drug and Punarnavadi Mandura is not an exception to this principle.…”

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A Review of Literature on Punarnavadi Mandura: An Ayurvedic Herbo-Mineral Preparation

Samal¹,

Dehury²

2016

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Background: Punarnavadi Mandura is an Ayurvedic herbo-mineral preparation primarily used as an anemia correcting agent while its role in other clinical conditions has also been studied. Objective: To understand the role of Punarnavadi Mandura in controlling anemia and other clinical conditions and its pharmacognostical and phytochemical properties. Methodology: A search of literature was carried out using "Punarnavadi Mandura" as the only key word and a total of 33 literatures were obtained of which 5 titles were finally selected for the review. Results and Discussion: Of the 5 studies identified 3 studies focused on the role of Punarnavadi Mandura as an anemia correcting agent, one study identified its role in other clinical condition (Diabetic Nephropathy), one study focused on the pharmacognostical and phytochemical analysis while one study focused on both the analysis of pharmacognostical and phytochemical properties and its role as an anemia correcting agent. As per these studies Punarnavadi Mandura is an effective remedy for iron deficiency anemia (IDA) of all ages. Statistically significant result has been obtained in subjective and hematological parameters. Furthermore its role in other clinical conditions has also been

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confidence: 97%

A Review of Literature on Punarnavadi Mandura: An Ayurvedic Herbo-Mineral Preparation

Samal¹,

Dehury²

2016

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“…Four studies were focused on the general population. [ 28 29 30 31 ] The Ayurvedic formulations studied in these four studies for their efficacy against IDA among general population include Navayasa Lauha , Punarnavadi Mandura , Dhatri Lauha , Pradarantaka Lauha , Sarva-Jvara-Hara Lauha , Brihat Yakrdari Lauha , Dadimadi Ghrita and Trikatrayadi Lauha . There are several explanations regarding the efficacy of Ayurvedic formulations in combating IDA in general population.…”

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“…It is observed that a substantial portion of these Ayurvedic formulations contain organic matter that includes ascorbic acid, sugars, amino acids and organic acids, which cause better absorption of non-haem iron. [ 28 ] Furthermore, most of the Ayurvedic formulations are administered with some Anupana (vehicle) as in the case of Navayasa Lauha and Dhatri Lauha . These two formulations are administered with honey as Anupana which is a mixture of glucose and fructose and iron may combine with these sugars for absorption.…”

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Ayurvedic preparations for the management of Iron Deficiency Anemia: A systematic review

Samal

2016

AYU

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Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is a global public health crisis, so also in India. As per the World Health Organization's report, half of the total anemia is IDA. Ayurveda offers several formulations for the management of IDA. Given in this context, a systematic review was carried out to understand the role of Ayurvedic formulations for the management of IDA. For this purpose, articles were obtained from PubMed and through hand search process. Of the 37 articles identified, 10 articles were finally selected for the review. Of the 10 studies identified, 3 studies were (n = 10) exclusively focused on pregnant women, 2 studies (n = 10) were exclusively focused on pediatric age group, 1 study (n = 10) was exclusively focused on geriatric anemia and 4 studies (n = 10) were focused on general population. The response of most of the Ayurvedic formulations was better than Allopathic formulations and there was no untoward effect as observed with iron salts. Statistically significant results were obtained in favor of most of the Ayurvedic formulations in subjective and hematological parameters. Among six different formulations, Sarva-Jvara-Hara Lauha is suggested as the drug of choice for IDA as the Hb regeneration with this drug is highest- 0.16 g/dl/day, as reported by one of the studies. In addition, Punarnavadi Mandura is currently used as an anemia correcting agent at the community level promoted by the National Rural Health Mission and is included in the Accredited Social Health Activist's drugs kit. As most of these Ayurvedic formulations are found effective against IDA, their usage should be fostered at all level in addition to modern allopathic medicines.

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“…Ginger is another popular and widely used spice, but there exist no studies on the effect on nonheme iron uptake. Some authors suggest that ginger supplements may be beneficial for treatment of iron deficiency anemia when taken together with oral iron [ 63 , 64 ]. Until further studies are available, it is recommended that ginger should be used with moderacy in cooking foods, and ginger shots should be taken between meals.…”

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Managing Genetic Hemochromatosis: An Overview of Dietary Measures, Which May Reduce Intestinal Iron Absorption in Persons With Iron Overload

Milman

2021

Gastroenterol Res

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Genetic hemochromatosis causes iron overload by excess absorption of dietary iron, due to a decreased expression of hepcidin. The objective was to elaborate dietary recommendations that can reduce intestinal iron absorption in hemochromatosis patients, based on our present knowledge of the iron contained in nutrients and the mechanisms of iron uptake. This is a narrative review. Literature search in PubMed and Google Scholar of papers dealing with iron absorption from the diet was conducted. Most important proposed dietary recommendations are: 1) Choose a varied vegetarian, semi-vegetarian or flexitarian diet. A "veggie-lacto-ovo-poultry-pescetarian" diet seems optimal. Avoid iron enriched foods and iron supplements. 2) Eat many vegetables and fruits, at least 600 g per day. Choose protein rich pulses and legumes (e.g., kidney-and soya beans). Fresh fruits should be eaten between meals. 3) Abstain from red meat from mammals and choose the lean, white meat from poultry. Avoid processed meat, offal and blood containing foods. Eat no more than 200 g meat from poultry per week. Choose fish, eggs, vegetables and protein rich legumes the other days. Eat fish two to four times a week as main course, 350 -500 g fish per week, of which half should be fat fish. 4) Choose whole grain products in cereals and bread. Avoid iron enriched grains. Choose nonsourdough, yeast-fermented bread with at least 50% whole grain. 5) Choose vegetable oils, and low-fat dairy products. 6) Eat less sugar and salt. Choose whole foods and foods with minimal processing and none or little added sugar or salt. 7) Quench your thirst in water. Drink green-or black tea, coffee, or low-fat milk with the meals, alternatively water or non-alcoholic beer. Fruit juices must be consumed between meals. Abstain from alcoholic beverages. Drink soft drinks, non-alcoholic beer, or non-alcoholic wine instead. These advices are close to the official Danish dietary recommendations in 2021. In the management of hemochromatosis, dietary modifications that lower iron intake and decrease iron bioavailability may provide additional measures to reduce iron uptake from the foods and reduce the number of phlebotomies. However, there is a need for large, prospective, randomized studies that specifically evaluate the effect of dietary interventions.

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Scientific evaluation of some Ayurvedic preparations for correction of iron deficiency and anemia

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Cited by 14 publications

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A Review of Literature on Punarnavadi Mandura: An Ayurvedic Herbo-Mineral Preparation

A Review of Literature on Punarnavadi Mandura: An Ayurvedic Herbo-Mineral Preparation

Ayurvedic preparations for the management of Iron Deficiency Anemia: A systematic review

Managing Genetic Hemochromatosis: An Overview of Dietary Measures, Which May Reduce Intestinal Iron Absorption in Persons With Iron Overload

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