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Volume 7, Issue 2 - 2023 (April-June 2023)

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Volume 7 Issue 2
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Editorial: April-June 2023

Welcome to the 2023 issue of Materia Novum: The Journal of Homoeopathy. This issue showcases the remarkable breadth and depth of contemporary research across multiple disciplines. From cutting-edge applications of machine learning in climate science to the revolutionary potential of quantum computing in drug discovery, our featured articles demonstrate the power of interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing global challenges.

We are particularly excited to present research that bridges traditional academic boundaries, reflecting our journal's commitment to fostering innovation through cross-disciplinary dialogue. The integration of artificial intelligence with environmental science, the application of blockchain technology to supply chain management, and the convergence of urban planning with smart city technologies exemplify the transformative potential of collaborative research.

As we continue to navigate an era of rapid technological advancement and global challenges, the research presented in this issue offers both insights and solutions that will shape our future. We thank our authors, reviewers, and editorial board members for their continued dedication to advancing knowledge and promoting scientific excellence.

Dr. F. F. Motiwala
Editor-in-Chief
Materia Novum: The Journal of Homoeopathy

Articles in This Issue

Showing 11 of 11 articles
Research PaperID: MNH270014Pages 1-8

To study the role of indicated homoeopathic medicine & indicated homoeopathic medicine along with kali phos 6x biochemic medicine in students (age group 15 to 30 years) with poor performance in academics - randomized controlled trial.

Suraj Jignesh Dave, Dr. Sachin Bhalerao, Dr. Swanand Shukla, Dr. Ajay Valke, Dr. Sharmila Roy, Dr. Deepali Paraskar, Dr. Farahnaz Shaikh

Cognitive psychology investigates the mental processes involved in knowledge acquisition, including thinking, knowing, remembering, judging, and problem-solving. It is divided into hot and cold cognition, with hot cognition involving emotion-based learning and cold cognition involving non-emotional processes like working memory. Objective: 1. Primary objective - To study the action of kali phos 6x in poor academic performance of students with help of academic performance scale. 2. Secondary objective - What are similimum & frequently used homoeopathic medicine of poor performance in academics of students? Materials and Methods: This study includes a Randomized control trail of 20 cases prescribed Constitution medicines and biochemic medicine Kali phos 6X on homoeopathic principles basis. The study was conducted in Motiwala (National)Homoeopathic Medical College and Motiwala Physiotherapy College, Nashik. Unpaired t test was done to analyze the result statistically. Results: Out of 20 cases 11 cases were improved in both groups and 09 cases were not improved in both groups.

Cognitive PsychologyKali Phosphoricum 6XPoor Academic PerformanceHomoeopathic MedicineAcademic Performance Scale
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Contributors:

 Suraj Jignesh Dave
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 Dr. Sachin Bhalerao
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 Dr. Swanand Shukla
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 Dr. Ajay Valke
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 Dr. Sharmila Roy
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 Dr. Deepali Paraskar
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 Dr. Farahnaz Shaikh
Research PaperID: MNH270016Pages 9-16

Homoeopathic management versus counseling with Homoeopathic placebo in age group 17-25 years in medical students in cases of homesickness- A Randomized control trial

Ishaan Saraf, Monisa Attar, Mahin Ansari, Dr. Subhash Yadav, Dr.G. B Prasad, Dr. Mita Gharte, Dr. Smita Nair, Dr. Vaishali Zodgekar, Dr. Ashwini Aher

Background: Home sickness is the distress or impairment caused by an actual or anticipated separation from home. Symptoms of both depression and anxiety are frequently reported by sufferers, along with withdrawn behavior and trouble focusing on things unrelated to their homes. In its mildest form, homesickness drives positive attachment behaviours, such as reestablishing contact with loved ones, and encourages the development of coping mechanisms (1). Homesickness may place individuals at risk for poor adjustment outcomes, such as emotional and social difficulties (1) In the present study we take approach to examine weekly levels of homesickness and to study the effectiveness of homoeopathic management against counseling alone in cases of homesickness. The present study also addresses two main questions. First do homeopathic medicines reduces symptoms across 24 weeks? Also, how counseling reduces symptoms of Homesickness over 24 weeks. The current study extends previous work in several ways. We will examine individual homesickness using assessment (Questionnaire for homesickness) The present study advances the past work on homesickness by using a comparative method of study to find out the effects of homoeopathic management in contrast to counseling alone. Objectives:1) Primary objective-To access the comparison of homoeopathic management versus counseling with placebo in Homesickness. 2) Secondary objective– To evaluate the reduction of symptoms using John archer questionnaire scale of homesickness

HomesicknessCounsellingJohn archer homesickness questionnaireHomoeopathy
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Contributors:

 Ishaan Saraf
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 Monisa Attar
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 Mahin Ansari
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 Dr. Subhash Yadav
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 Dr.G. B Prasad
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 Dr. Mita Gharte
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 Dr. Smita Nair
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 Dr. Vaishali Zodgekar
,
 Dr. Ashwini Aher
Research PaperID: MNH270017Pages 17-22

A comparative study of effectiveness of Arsenic album 200 and Homeopathicindicated remedy in Allergic Rhinitis in age group of 10-50 years: a Prospectivecomparativestudy

Digvijay Jadhav, Mayur Patil, Shivani Muthal, DrT.K.Kundu, Dr Kamlesh Bagmar, Dr.Manisha Ahiwale, Dr.Gayatri Nimbhore, Dr.Tejashri Thakare, Dr.Kirti Kadam, Dr.Swati Patil

Allergic Rhinitis is an atopic disorder presenting with symptoms of nasal congestion, watery nasal discharge andsneezing. Avoiding of allergens or desensitization against allergen is ideal treatment,Homeopathyhasgoodscopeintreating allergicrhinitis.Objective: -To study the effect of Arsenic album 200 against homeopathic indicated remedy in casesof Allergic Rhinitis. Method: 46 Patients with Allergic Rhinitis of 10-50 years of age wereseparated in 2 groups. Group 1 was treated with arsenic album 200 and the group2 was treated with Homeopathic indicated remedy. The Visual Analogue Scale was assessedintheprocessbeforethe treatment.Eachsymptominthevisualanalogue scalecarriedsumof10 marks in total, which was further divided into 3 categories— a) mild. b)moderatec)severe. Result: Group 1 from total no of patients 23 out of which 15(65%) patientswere improved and 8(35%) patients were not improved, whereas in group 2 18(77%) patients wereimproved and5(23%) patientswerenotimproved.Conclusion:HomoeopathicIndicated remedy is more effective than Arsenic album 200,as Homoeopathic indicated remedy acts onthe individualization of each person differently according to his PQRS symptoms, where asArsenicalbum actson thetotalityofthediseasesymptom andnot thepatient asawhole.

Allergic rhinitisHomeopathic Indicated remedyVisual Analogue ScaleArsenicalbum 200
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Contributors:

 Digvijay Jadhav
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 Mayur Patil
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 Shivani Muthal
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 DrT.K.Kundu
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 Dr Kamlesh Bagmar
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 Dr.Manisha Ahiwale
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 Dr.Gayatri Nimbhore
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 Dr.Tejashri Thakare
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 Dr.Kirti Kadam
,
 Dr.Swati Patil
Research PaperID: MNH270018Pages 23-29

To study the effectiveness of carica papaya 30 in functional dyspepsia in age group of 20-60 years: a case series

Kundu Rita, Dharane Varsha, Kalda Prapti, Deshmukh Radhika, Lodha Sanket

Functional Dyspepsia refers to group of upper gastrointestinal symptoms that occur commonly in adults. Globally, its prevalence has been noted to vary between 11% - 29.2%. Carica papaya an Indian homeopathic drug is indicated in enlarged liver and spleen with fever, dyspepsia and indigestion as it contains tocopherols, carotenoids, and benzyl isothiocyanate. It contains antioxidant, antibacterial, anticancer activity, anti-fertility agent, anti-inflammatory, antiulcer, antidiabetic, hepatoprotective properties due to the presence of phenolics, flavonoids, and alkaloids as key phytochemicals.

Functional DyspepsiaCarica PapayaHomoeopathy.
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Contributors:

 Kundu Rita
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 Dharane Varsha
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 Kalda Prapti
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 Deshmukh Radhika
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 Lodha Sanket
Research PaperID: MNH270019Pages 30-33

Physicochemical Relation of the Homoeopathic drug Kola Nitida in its Mental Evolution

Dr Sonali Rohom, Dr Rohit Maitrikar, Dr Kajal Gaikwad

Kola nitida is one of rarely used drug in homoeopathic system. It is homoeopathic medicine for drinking habits, it promotes the digestion and lessens the craving alcohol.(1) Kola nitida is mainly acts on vital systems, indicated for conditions related to the nervous system and regulates the cardiac rhythm and acts as diuretic.(2) Kola nitida contains caffein and theobromine which acts as a stimulant and indicated in Neurasthenia, Weak Heart, anti- diarrheic, tonic, Asthma as well as gives power to prolonged exertion without feeling fatigue even in empty stomach.

CaffeinTheobromineNeurastheniaNerve tonicInsatiabilityInvincible+2 more
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Contributors:

 Dr Sonali Rohom
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 Dr Rohit Maitrikar
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 Dr Kajal Gaikwad
Research PaperID: MNH270020Pages 34-35

A review of the utility of BBCR in management of osteoarthritis

Dr. Dipalee Badgujar, Dr.Ashwani Kumar

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most prevalent musculoskeletal disorder worldwide, characterized by cartilage degeneration, synovial inflammation, osteophyte formation, and narrowing of joint space, leading to pain and disability. Dr. Ashwani Kumar Pankaj conducted an open‑label, single‑arm clinical study at M.N. Homoeopathic Medical College and Research Institute, Bikaner, to evaluate the utility of Boger Boenninghausen’s Characteristic Repertory (BBCR) in the management of OA. A total of 100 radiographically confirmed cases, aged 35–90 years, were included over a 12‑month period, with exclusions for pregnancy, other joint diseases, and immunocompromised states. Outcome assessment was based on the Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) and follow‑up of associated complaints. Results showed that 89 patients experienced mild to marked improvement, while 11 cases remained unchanged. The study concluded that individualized homoeopathic prescriptions guided by BBCR significantly reduced pain and improved functional outcomes in OA patients. The findings highlight the practical utility of BBCR in clinical management, though the rationale for the study design was not clearly articulated.

Osteoarthritis (OA)Boger Boenninghausen’s Characteristic Repertory (BBCR)Homoeopathy'Pain managementNumerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS)Cartilage degeneration
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Contributors:

 Dr. Dipalee Badgujar
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 Dr.Ashwani Kumar
Research PaperID: MNH270021Pages 36-40

Survey report of Prevalence of Hypertension in a Rural community

Dr.F.F.Motiwala r.F.F.Motiwala, Dr.G.B.Prasad r.G.B.Prasad, Dr. Swanand Shukla, Dr.Gayatri Nimbhore, Dr.Tejashree Thakare, Dr.Swati Patil

Hypertension is a global public health problem with increasing prevalence. There is limited updated information on the prevalence of hypertension in the given population. Survey based on data collected during health screening camps held at given locations in Nashik. A total of 369 patients were included in this study.

HypertensionawarenessPrevalence
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Contributors:

 Dr.F.F.Motiwala r.F.F.Motiwala
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 Dr.G.B.Prasad r.G.B.Prasad
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 Dr. Swanand Shukla
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 Dr.Gayatri Nimbhore
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 Dr.Tejashree Thakare
,
 Dr.Swati Patil
Research PaperID: MNH270022Pages 41-45

Survey report on community health service (Anaemia camp)

Author 1

A community health service programme focusing on anaemia screening was organized on April 14, 2023, at Maruti Mandir, Dhruv Nagar, and MNHMC Hospital, Nashik. Coordinated by the Departments of Human Physiology & Biochemistry and Pathology, the camp involved faculty members and BHMS students. The initiative began with a prayer, followed by systematic screening using Google forms prepared by IV BHMS students during their weekly survey. Pamphlets were distributed to raise awareness, and patients were referred to the camp for haemoglobin estimation and blood grouping. A total of 353 responses were collected through the survey, and 27 patients benefitted directly from blood investigations at the camp. The programme successfully combined academic participation with community service, highlighting the importance of early detection and awareness of anaemia in the local population.

Anaemia screeningCommunity health serviceFaculty and student participationHaemoglobin estimationBlood groupingPublic health awareness
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Contributors:

 Author 1
Research PaperID: MNH270023Pages 46-55

REPORT OF FOUNDATION PROGRAMME for I B.H.M.S

Dr. Rita Kundu, Dr. Manisha Ahiwalya, Dr. Varsha Dharne, Dr. Ravind Yadav

The Foundation Programme for I BHMS students (batch 2022–23) was conducted at Motiwala National Homoeopathic Medical College, Nashik, from February 2 to 14, 2023. This 10‑day orientation aimed to ease the transition of new entrants into the medical field by addressing academic, social, and psychological challenges. Sessions covered institutional vision and mission, BHMS curriculum, holistic health concepts, constitutional values, time management, stress management, gender sensitization, team working, language skills, computer literacy, and patient safety. Practical demonstrations included basic life support, first aid, observation and documentation, and yoga practice. Students also visited healthcare facilities to understand system delivery and community care. The final three days focused on Universal Human Values education, emphasizing leadership, moral capabilities, and social responsibility. Feedback analysis revealed enthusiastic participation and positive impact, highlighting the programme’s role in preparing students for professional and personal growth in homoeopathic medical education.

Foundation ProgrammeI BHMS orientationHomoeopathic medical educationStudent inductionStress managementUniversal Human Values (UHVE)+1 more
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Contributors:

 Dr. Rita Kundu
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 Dr. Manisha Ahiwalya
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 Dr. Varsha Dharne
,
 Dr. Ravind Yadav
Research PaperID: MNH270024Pages 56-60

Report for Workshop on “Answer writing”

Author 1

The workshop on “Skill and Technique of Answer Writing” was conducted at our institution from 14th to 16th December 2022 for I B.H.M.S students, under the guidance of faculty members from Anatomy, Physiology, and Pharmacy. The program aimed to improve students’ ability to structure examination answers effectively, focusing on skeleton formation, time management, diagrammatic representation, and mark distribution. Through interactive sessions, comparative analysis of answers, and practice with MUHS and prelim papers, students gained clarity on presenting knowledge systematically. Feedback revealed high satisfaction, with participants emphasizing the usefulness of revision in Q&A format, improved time management, and awareness of mark allocation. The workshop proved to be a valuable initiative in enhancing examination performance and academic confidence.

Answer WritingExamination SkillsTime ManagementMark DistributionFlowchartsDiagrams+4 more
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Contributors:

 Author 1
Research PaperID: MNH270025Pages 61- 65

Effectiveness of ruta graveolens 30ch in cases of digital vision syndrome in age group of 15-40 yrs: a case series

Raichura Jisha, Siddiqui Arefa, Patil Ruchita

As there is no precise guide lines, it is now a everyday practice for students to spend most of their time (8 to 12 hours/day) dealing with E-classes in front of computer or mobile screens. Over past few months due to COVID-19 lockdown, our society has been in indoor settings where the education, work and entertainment are through digital platform. This created an increase in rate of digital eye strain. It is an emerging global problem; enhancing proficiency over this will be considerable asset to community as well employing use of homeopathic medicine Ruta graveolens perceiving its utility in digital vision syndrome through case series study with sample size 46 cases. Based on study from 46 patients, 45(97.82%) patients were improving, and 1(2.18%) patient was improved. The mean score of Symptom index form scale at the beginning of the study was 19.95 & after treatment mean score was 6.86. Ruta 30CH is effective in cases of Digital Vision Syndrome. From the study we observed that Quality of life of patient was improved.

Digital Vision SyndromeRuta graveolens 30 CHSymptom Index Form ScaleEye strain.
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Contributors:

 Raichura Jisha
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 Siddiqui Arefa
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 Patil Ruchita

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