Marham-i-Raal: a natural multifaceted formulation for enhanced wound healing

Kausar Ansari; Mohd Rizwan; Javed Alam; Mohd Anzar Husain

doi:10.18203/issn.2454-2156.IntJSciRep20243808

Authors

Kausar Ansari Department of Dermatology and Cosmetology, Hakim Syed Ziaul Hasan Government Autonomous Unani Medical College and Hospital, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
Mohd Rizwan Department of Dermatology and Cosmetology, Hakim Syed Ziaul Hasan Government Autonomous Unani Medical College and Hospital, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
Javed Alam Department of Surgery, Hakim Syed Ziaul Hasan Government Autonomous Unani Medical College and Hospital, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
Mohd Anzar Husain Department of Dermatology and Cosmetology, Hakim Syed Ziaul Hasan Government Autonomous Unani Medical College and Hospital, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/issn.2454-2156.IntJSciRep20243808

Keywords:

Chronic wounds, Ulcers, Wound infection, Wound remodeling, Marham-i-Raal

Abstract

A wound is a disruption in the skin's or mucous membrane's integrity caused by mechanical, chemical, or thermal injuries. The wound healing is complex and involves three overlapping stages: inflammation, proliferation, and tissue remodeling. The duration of healing of a wound can vary, and several factors may influence this process, potentially leading to delays or suboptimal healing outcomes. To address wounds and facilitate healing, various topical and systemic treatments, including antiseptics, antibiotics, antifungal, and analgesics, are utilized. In Unani System of Medicine wound is described as ‘Tafarruq-i-Ittiṣāl’ (loss of continuity) called ‘Jarāḥat’. Marham-i-Raal is in use for centuries and has wonderful effects in Qurūḥ-i-Muzmina (chronic wounds), Qurūḥ-i-Jarāḥiyya (surgical wounds), Shiqāq al-Maq‘ad (fissure in ano) and in other skin conditions like- Nār Fārsī (eczema), and Qūbā (dermatophytosis). It is valued for its effectiveness, affordability, and minimal side effects. This potent remedy is particularly beneficial for chronic ulcers, providing intensive and rapid therapeutic responses. This review explores the properties of Marham-i-Raal based on classical Unani literature and contemporary scientific research. An in-depth examination of research articles and significant scientific data from sources such as Google Scholar, PubMed, and ResearchGate was conducted. The findings indicated that Marham-i-Raal is a highly effective and safe wound healing preparation with potent desloughing, antimicrobial, antiviral, antiseptic, and antifungal properties.

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