Login
News & Updation
Best Paper Awards
World Journal of Advance Healthcare Research (WJAHR)Honored the authors with best paper award, monthly based on the innovation of research work. Best paper will be selected by our expert panel.
Best Article of current issue
Download Article : Click here
Indexing
Abstract
APPROACH TO DYSLIPIDEMIA IN UNANI MEDICINE-A REVIEW
Dr. A. L. Mohamed Rifas*, Dr. Azhar Jabeen, Dr. Saziya Jilani, Dr. Roohi Azam, Dr. Umer Jahankir and Dr. Ayshah Hashimi
ABSTRACT
Dyslipidemia is a prevalent metabolic disorder known to significantly contribute to the risk of coronary heart disease. While affecting individuals of both sexes, it exhibits a higher prevalence among men. In India, approximately 25-30% of urban populations and 15-20% of rural populations are affected by dyslipidemia. Currently, pharmacological interventions such as statins, fibrates, and niacin are widely utilized for the management of dyslipidemia. However, prolonged usage of these medications can lead to various adverse effects, including hepatic toxicity, dyspepsia, myopathy, gastrointestinal disturbances constipation, and renal dysfunction, among others. Thus, while pharmacotherapy remains a cornerstone in the management of dyslipidemia, the potential for adverse effects necessitates careful monitoring and consideration of alternative treatment modalities
[Full Text Article] [Download Certificate]