National Research Institute of Unani Medicine for Skin Disorders, Hyderabad

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AYUSH - UNANI
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𝐂𝐂𝐑𝐔𝐌-𝐍𝐑𝐈𝐔𝐌𝐒𝐃 (𝐍𝐀𝐁𝐇 & 𝐍𝐀𝐁𝐋 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞) 𝐇𝐲𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐦 𝐌𝐀 𝐑𝐚𝐳𝐳𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 (𝐌𝐀𝐑-𝐉𝐂) 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐚𝐭 𝟏𝟐:𝟑𝟎 𝐩𝐦 𝐨𝐧 𝟏𝟏𝐭𝐡 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.

In Hakim MA Razzack Journal Club Dr. Nameera Zehra, MD Scholar, Dept. of (Moalajat), NRIUMSD, Hyderabad had delivered a presentation on “Critical Appraisal of a Published Clinical Trial on Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)” on 11.10.2025 under the supervision of Dr. Younis Iftikhar Munshi, Director Incharge, NRIUMSD, Hyderabad.

In the presentation, she had well explained all the merits and demerits in the article and at same time critically explained all the shortcoming upon comparison with the standard formats for publication. She also expressed lacuna for the safety profile which the author has not mentioned in the article. The session concluded with a question-and-answer segment with the audience.

The Journal Club session was attended enthusiastically by all the Research Officers, Faculty members and MD Unani Scholars, Technical staff of NRIUMSD, Hyderabad. The meeting ended with a vote of thanks to the Chair, all the Research Officers, Faculty Members, MD Unani Scholars of the institute. Dr. M. A. Rasheed Naikodi, RO (Chemistry) coordinated and hosted the Journal club session.

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The CCRUM-National Research Institute of Unani Medicine for Skin Disorders (NRIUMSD), Hyderabad, successfully conducted a one-day End-Participants training under the Rashtriya Karmayogi Large Scale Jan Seva Program – Phase II, on 10th October 2025. A total of 28 Officers and Staff (Group A & B) from NRIUMSD, Hyderabad, RRIUM, Chennai, and CRU, Kurnool participated as end participants. The intensive day-long training, conducted through structured learning modules and interactive sessions, using the iGOT Karmayogi digital learning platform.
Master Trainers: Prof. Arzeena Jabeen, and Prof. Qamar Uddin

Ministry of Ayush, Government of India
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☘️ Department of Ilmul Advia ☘️
✨ CCRUM–NRIUMSD, Hyderabad ✨
(NABH Accredited & NABL Certified)

As a part of the weekly departmental presentations, today, Dr. Mubashshera Mohd. Irfan, a Second Year P.G. Scholar, delivered an insightful and comprehensive presentation on the topic: “Nootropics: Insights from Modern and Unani Medicine”
In her presentation she systematically covered various aspects of Nootropics, also known as “smart drugs” or cognitive enhancers, which are substances used to improve memory, creativity, and motivation in healthy individuals as well as in disease conditions. She began with a detailed overview of the concept of Nootropics and its etymology. She highlighted the therapeutic uses of Nootropics, including memory decline, learning disabilities, dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and age-related cognitive impairments. Dr. Mobashshera classified Nootropics into various categories such as:
Natural Nootropics (e.g., Ginkgo biloba, Bacopa monnieri)
Synthetic Nootropics (e.g., Piracetam, Modafinil)
She also elaborated how these agents work through multiple pathways, such as:
Enhancing cerebral blood flow and oxygen utilization
Modulating neurotransmitters (acetylcholine, dopamine, serotonin) Protecting neurons from oxidative stress
Promoting neurogenesis and synaptic plasticity
In the Unani framework, she explained the role of Quwwat-e-Mufakkirah (cognitive faculty) and how its weakness leads to disorders of memory and understanding. Factors like Sue Mizaj (abnormal temperament), excessive coldness and dryness of the brain, or imbalances in Akhlat (humors) were discussed as causes of cognitive decline. She presented the single drugs and compound formulations used in Unani medicine for enhancing memory and cognition, such as:
Adviae Mufrada: Asgandh (Withania somnifera), Brahmi Booti (Bacopa monnieri), Ustukhuddus (Lavandula stoechas), Zafran (Crocus sativus), and Balchhar (Nardostachys jatamansi).
Murakkabat (compound formulations): Majoon Nisyan, Majoon Vaj, Itrifal Ustukhuddus, Majoon-e-Falasfa etc.
To strengthen the Unani claims, she shared recent research evidence and pharmacological studies conducted on these herbs, highlighting their neuroprotective, anti-oxidant, and memory-enhancing effects.
The presentation concluded with the importance of integrating traditional Unani knowledge with modern scientific advancements, suggesting that nootropics could be a promising therapeutic area in the management of neurodegenerative diseases and cognitive disorders.
Her presentation was highly informative and well-appreciated by the faculty and fellow scholars, followed by a discussion and exchange of views.

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Today, an academic presentation was delivered by Dr Momin Sarwat Iram, PG Scholar (2nd Year, Batch 2023–24), Department of Moalajat, National Research Institute of Unani Medicine for Skin Disorders (NRIUMSD), Hyderabad, on the topic:
“Osteoarthritis: Introduction, Clinical Manifestations, Diagnosis, Treatment and Unani Perspective.”
The presentation provided a comprehensive overview of osteoarthritis, beginning with the introduction and progressing to its disease process, risk factors, and global epidemiological burden. Clinical aspects were discussed in detail, including the typical presentation, examination findings, and diagnostic approaches. Management strategies were explained with emphasis on both conservative and surgical options.
A special focus was given to the Unani perspective, where the condition was elaborated under the classical description of Waja‘ al-Mafasil, with references from eminent physicians like Ibn Sina, Majusi and Jurjani. The principles of treatment such as Tanqiya, Tadeel-e-Mizaj, and Taqwiyat-e-Mafasil were highlighted, along with single drugs, compound formulations, topical therapies, and regimens like Hijamah and Dalk.
Overall, the session successfully bridged modern medical understanding with Unani concepts, providing valuable learning for postgraduate scholars.

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CCRUM–NRIUMSD (NABH & NABL Accredited Institute), Hyderabad
National Voluntary Blood Donation Day 2025 was celebrated at NRIUMSD, Hyderabad on 01.10.2025 under the guidance of Dr. Younis Iftikhar Munshi, Director Incharge. The programme began at 10:15 am in presence of Dr. Anwar Ahmad, Assistant Director (Unani)
The event began with an awareness lecture in Hindi and Telugu by Prof. Uzma Viqar, who emphasized the importance of voluntary blood donation and motivated participants to take part in this life-saving act. Around 60 participants took the Blood Donation Pledge in both hindi and telugu languages, while Research Officers, staff, and PG scholars also joined the online pledge through the MyGov platform.
A Blood Grouping Camp was organized by the Pathology Department, with 72 attendees coming forward to have their blood groups tested, and potential donors receiving counseling and registration support.
In the afternoon, Dr. Amir, Research Officer (Unani), presented a seminar on “Safety Measures in Blood Donation—Protecting Donors and Recipients,” promoting safe practices for all involved in donating and receiving blood. The programme saw active participation from Research Officers, PG Faculty, scholars and staff. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Tasleem Ahmad, Research Officer (Biochemistry). The entire programme was coordinated by Dr. Syeda Hajra Fatima, Research Officer (Pathology),





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