Significance of Medicinal use
Medicinal use encompasses various therapeutic applications derived from both Ayurveda and modern science, focusing on substances like plants, minerals, and oils. In Ayurveda, medicinal use includes the application of oleaginous substances (Snehas) and specific minerals such as mica and mercury for healing. Modern science emphasizes the use of endophytic fungi and plant species for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, along with traditional remedies for conditions like ulcers and digestive issues. Overall, medicinal use highlights the diverse methods employed across cultures to treat ailments and enhance health.
Synonyms: Therapeutic use, Clinical application, Medicinal application, Healing purpose, Pharmaceutical use, Medical application, Clinical use
In Dutch: Medicinaal gebruik; In Finnish: ³¢Ã¤Ã¤°ì±ð°ìä²â³Ù³Ùö; In Spanish: Uso medicinal
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Hindu concept of 'Medicinal use'
Medicinal use in Hinduism encompasses various health-related applications, including the therapeutic use of purified stones, mica, controlled poisons, mercury, and therapeutic mixtures for various ailments, highlighting a rich tradition of holistic healing practices.
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 4: Iatrochemistry
(1) Refers to the purpose of the black powder, which is designed to be used for health effects on the patient.[1] (2) The purpose of the mixture, which is said to cure various ailments including grahani, phthisis in early stage, and colic.[2]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 3: Metals, Gems and other substances
(1) The application of substances like poisons in regulated doses for treating diseases and health conditions.[3] (2) Medicinal applications where amorphous stones are utilized for health-related purposes.[4]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 5: Treatment of various afflictions
(1) The application of substances, such as plants or metals, for therapeutic purposes in treating various ailments.[5] (2) The application of substances for therapeutic purposes, specifically the use of mercury known in ancient Indian practices.[6]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 2: Minerals (uparasa)
(1) The application of mica in the treatment of diseases, which is only safe if it has been properly purified and deprived of its glaze.[7]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 4: Cikitsasthana
(1) The therapeutic applications of various substances, both internal and external, particularly focusing on Snehas, which are oleaginous substances used for healing purposes.[8]
The concept of Medicinal use in scientific sources
Medicinal use encompasses the therapeutic application of plants like Ashwagandha and Shirisha, honey, and Madhavilata in treating various health conditions, highlighting sustainable practices and traditional Ayurvedic methods for enhancing health and well-being.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) Hence, the documentation of the known medicinal uses of honey in one manuscript becomes imperative for providing further insight into the apitherapeutic and health values of natural honey.[9] (2) These are the ways in which something is used to treat or prevent disease, and the text advises that pomegranate juice, seed oil and extract, fruit peel and even stem skin should be considered more for medicinal uses.[10] (3) This refers to the application of herbs, plants, or other substances for the purpose of treating or preventing diseases and improving overall health and well-being.[11]