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Materia Novum: The Journal of Homoeopathy

Dr. Natasha Dewani

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Publications by Dr. Natasha Dewani

5 publications found • Active 2026-2026

2026

5 publications

A comparative study of effectiveness of Cynodon dactylon mother tincture along with homoeopathic indicated medicine and homoeopathic indicated medicine alone in cases of menorrhagia in the age group of 15 – 55 years

with Dr. F. F. Motiwala, Dr. G. B. Prasad, Dr. Varsha Dharane, Dr. Manisha Ahiwale, Dr. Ashwini Aher, Dr. Asha Bhosale, Miss Saba J. Attar, Miss Maitry K. Patel, Miss Rutuja U. Pawar
4/3/2026
pp. 29-37

Menorrhagia comes under Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB). AUB means any deviation in normal uterine cycle refers to abnormally heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding that exceeds the typical flow more than 80ml and duration. It can lead to severe discomfort, disruption of daily activities. Rationale of study: Menorrhagia is one of the major / main cause why women of different age group attend gynecological consultant. It affects women living in developed as well as developing countries. It is not only life threatening but also have huge effect on personal, social ,family and work life of women and reduce quality of life .So here it is attempt to study effectiveness of Cynodon dactylon in treating menorrhagia along with homoeopathic indicated remedy. Aim: To study the difference in effectiveness of Cynodon dactylon mother tincture along with homoeopathic indicated medicine and homoeopathic indicated medicine alone in cases of menorrhagia in the age group of 15 – 55 years. Objective : Primary objective – To compare effectiveness of Cynodon dact. Mother tincture along with homoeopathic indicated medicine and homoeopathic indicated medicine alone in cases of female suffering from complaints of menorrhagia in the age group of 15 – 55 years . Secondary objective –Improve quality life of female of age group of 15- 55 years suffering from complaint of menorrhagia. Material and methods : 46 patients enrolled in the study with the help of menorrhagia assessment scale and clinical diagnosis. Detailed case taking of 2 groups were done. Group 1- received Cynodon mother tincture along with homoeopathic indicated medicine and Group 2 - received homoeopathic indicated remedy alone . Quality of life scale was also used before the commencement of treatment . 6 follow ups where taken after medication again menorrhagia assessment scale score was obtained along with quality of life scale. Result : There is difference in effectiveness of Homoeopathic medicine Cynodon dactylon Mother tincture along with homoeopathic indicated medicine and homoeopathic indicated medicine alone in reducing the complaint of menorrhagia in female in age group of 15 to 55 years. After studying 23 cases of Group A i.e. Cynodon mother tincture with homoeopathic indicated medicine- 19 cases are improved and 4 cases are not improved. After Studying 23 case of group B i.e. Homoeopathic indicated medicine- 18 cases are improved and 5 cases are not improved. Conclusion : According to the study, we conclude that Homoeopathic medicine Cynodon dactylon mother tincture along with homoeopathic indicated medicine is more effective than homoeopathic indicated medicine alonein treatment of menorrhagia.

A Comparative Study of Effectiveness of Colchicum autumnale 30 and Individualized Homeopathic Medicine in cases of Hyperuricemia.

with Dr. G.B. Prasad, Dr. Manisha Ahiwalay, Dr. Varsha Dharane, Dr. Ashwini Aher, Dr. Asha Bhosale
4/3/2026
pp. 1-7

Hyperuricemia is a metabolic disorder in which serum uric acid level elevate above 7.0 mg/dl in men and 5.7 mg/dl in female. Hyperuricemia is results from increased uric acid production, decreased excretion, or a combination of both processes. This study was carried out with the objective to see the comparison between the effect of individualized Homeopathic medicine and colchicum autuamnale 30 in reducing the serum uric acid level .Materials and methods: - 46 patients with raised serum uric acid were selected on the basis on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Serum uric acid level was estimated before the study and at the end of 6th follow up. Result:-. According to Unpaired ‘t’ Test Null Hypothesis is accepted as calculated ‘t’ value 0.753621753 is smaller than table value 2.02 at 0.05 l.o.s. Unpaired ‘t’ test reflects that there is no difference in effectiveness of Colchicum autumnale 30 and Individualized Homoeopathic Medicine in cases of Hyperuricemia. Pair t test was applied for Group A whose calculated value is 13.0161995 l.o.s (table t value 2.07). This represents colchicum is effective in reducing Hyperuricemia. The most frequently prescribed Homoeopathic medicines were Natrum mur(5), Rhus tox(3), Bryonia alba(3) , Arsenic album(2) & Lycopodium(2). Maximum cases of Hyperuricemia were observed in females (57%) than males (43%).Conclusion:- Colchicum autumnale 30 and Individualized Homeopathic medicines are effective in reducing serum uric acid level along with associated symptoms.

Efficacy of Morgan Pure a Bowel Nosode as an Intercurrent remedy in treating Tinea Corporis in the age group of 5 to 50 years: A Case Series

with Rutika Sonawane, Vaibhavee Bheda, Dinesh Tayade, Dr.G.B.Prasad r.G.B.Prasad, Dr.ManishaAhiwalay r.ManishaAhiwalay, Dr.VarshaDharne r.VarshaDharne, Dr. AshwiniAher, Dr. Asha Bhosale, Dr.F.F.Motiwala r.F.F.Motiwala
4/3/2026
pp. 1

Tinea corporis is no longer fungal infection but rather most stubborn clinical condition. Tinea corporis is common superficial infection of skin caused by dermatophytes. Tinea corporis is usually flat, itchy, circular rash with clearer skin in middle initially, later with raised border spreading radially with erythematous vesicular edges. It may expand with irregular circles giving this infection a layman terminology Ringworm. Aim and Objective: This study was aimed to see the efficacy of Morgan Pure a bowel nosode, as an Intercurrent remedy in treating Tinea Corporis in the age group of 5 to 50 years, and to improve the quality of life of patients. Materials and methods: Fourty five cases were selected based on inclusion criteria. The improvement in Quality of life, using Dermatological life quality index (DLQI) scale was studied before and after the treatment. Result:Significant improvement in DLQI was observed and verified using paired t test. Conclusion: The study has explored the potential of using Morgan pure, that can be used as an intercurrent in cases of Tinea corporis infection, which not only improved skin complaints but also the quality of life of the patients.

EFFECTIVENESS OF INDIVIDUALIZED HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINE FOR PICA IN THE AGE GROUP OF 2 – 15 YEARS: A CASE SERIES

with Dr. F. F. Motiwala, Dr. Asha Bhosale, Dr. G. B. Prasad, Dr. Manisha Ahiwale, Dr. Varsha Dharne, Dr. Ashwini Aher, Miss Saman Momin, Miss Zareerah Karankot
4/3/2026
pp. 8-13

Pica, a behavioural disorder marked by the persistent consumption of non-edible and non nutritive substances such as soil, raw rice, raw potatoes, pencil chalk, paper, and soap, often affects children. This case series includes 30 children, aged 2 to 15 years, diagnosed with pica using DSM-5 criteria and evaluated with the PARDI scale. Individualized homoeopathic medicine were prescribed based on the physical, emotional, and mental profiles of each patient. Calcarea Carbonica, Tarentula Hispanica, and Silicea were commonly used. Symptom improvement was observed over six months through regular follow-ups, and paired t-tests confirmed clinical effectiveness. This research advocates for further studies into the role of homoeopathy in managing pica.

Effectiveness of Bacopa Monnieri mother tincture in improving memory of individuals with memory complaints above 15 years of age using memory complaint scale - A case series

with Dr. F.F Motiwala, Dr. G.B Prasad, Dr. Varsha Dharne, Dr. Manisha Ahiwalay, Dr. Ashwini Aher, Dr. Asha Bhosale, Miss. Ekta Vora
4/2/2026
pp. 1-5

This case series investigated the effectiveness of the Bacopa Monnieri (Brahmi Q) mother tincture, in alleviating memory complaints among individuals aged 15 years and above. Conducted over six months in Nashik, the study involved a sample of 15 participants whose memory was assessed using the Memory Complaint Scale (MCS). The results of a paired t-test demonstrated a highly statistically significant improvement in memory complaint scores after treatment (p-value: 8.8451 x 10-8 ). The mean percentage improvement was 47.15%, with a large effect size (Cohen's dz = 2.5934). The findings suggest that Bacopa Monnieri mother tincture is effective and a viable therapeutic option for improving memory complaints.

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