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Treatment of PCOS in Unani medicine

Scientific Validation of Unani Therapeutic Approaches in the Management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) with Special Reference to Mizaj and Insulin Resistance: An Open-Label Randomized Controlled Study Using Majoon Dabeedul Ward, Arq-e-Mako and Arq-e-Kasni - NIL

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Phase 2Phase 3
Study type
Interventional
Source
CTRI
Registry ID
CTRI/2026/06/112443
Enrollment
96
Registered
2026-06-10
Start date
Unknown
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2026-06-22

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Health Condition 1: E282- Polycystic ovarian syndrome

Interventions

Intervention1: Majoon Dabidul Ward, Arq-e Mako and Arq-e Kasni: Majoon Dabidul Ward 6 gram twice daily, Arq-e Mako 60 mL twice daily and Arq-e Kasni 60 mL twice daily for 12 weeks Control Intervention

Sponsors

Ajmal Khan Tibbiya College
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Confirmed diagnosis of PCOS according to the Rotterdam Consensus Criteria (2003), requiring at least 2 of 3 criteria: HOMA-IR value 2.5 or more at baseline screening. Presence of oligomenorrhoea (cycle interval more 35 days or amenorrhoea (absence of menstruation for more than 90 days) for at least 6 months. Willing to provide written informed consent and comply with study protocol for the entire duration. Not on any hormonal contraceptives or insulin sensitisers for a minimum of 3 months prior to enrolment

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: Pregnancy or lactation Diagnosed thyroid disorders (TSH less than 0.5 or more than 5.0 mIUL), hyperprolactinaemia (prolactin more than 25 ngmL), or Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) Presence of severe hepatic dysfunction, renal impairment, or any systemic disease contraindicating study participation Known hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the study formulations. Concurrent participation in any other clinical trial. Body Mass Index (BMI) more than 40 kgm2. Current use of Metformin, OCP, anti-androgens therapy

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
Change in HOMA-IR from baseline to 12 weeks Calculated as Fasting Insulin (uIUmL) x Fasting Glucose (mmolL) per 22.5] Change in menstrual cycle frequency and regularity (assessed by validated menstrual diary and PALM-COEIN classification of AUB)Timepoint: baseline, 4 weeks, 8 weeks and 12 weeks and 16 weeks

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
Change in HOMA-IR from baseline to 12 weeks Calculated as Fasting Insulin (uIUmL) x Fasting Glucose (mmolL) per 22.5] Change in menstrual cycle frequency and regularity (assessed by validated menstrual diary and PALM-COEIN classification of AUB)Timepoint: baseline, and 12 weeks

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactFahmeeda Zeenat

Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath Ayush University, Gorakhpur, UP

vc@mggaugkp.in05512989819

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Jun 29, 2026