Effect of Unani Formulation in the Management of Non-Healing Ulcer – A Case Report

Year : 2026 | Volume : 13 | Issue : 01 | Page : 7 12
    By

    Manzar Ali,

  • Sayed Shah Alam,

  • Shehanshah Wali Moazzam,

  1. Assistant Professor, Department of Ilmul Jarahat (General Surgery), University College of Unani of Tonk, Chara, Rajasthan, India
  2. H.O.D, Department of Ilmul Jarahat (General Surgery), University College of Unani of Tonk, Chara, Rajasthan, India
  3. Assistant Professor, Department of Moalajat, University College of Unani of Tonk, Charai, Rajasthan, India

Abstract

Background and Aim: A non-healing ulcer (Qurooh-e-Aseerul-Indemal) of the foot is characterized by a persistent deterioration of the epidermal and dermal layers of the skin on the foot, continuing for more than six weeks without showing signs of recovery. Non-healing ulcers represent a significant global health challenge, markedly affecting patient well-being and imposing a considerable burden on their families. Global prevalence ranges between 1.9% to 13.1%, while in India, the incidence is 4.5 cases per 1,000 people. The prevalence of non-healing ulcers is expected to increase, driven by the growing incidence of risk factors such as atherosclerosis, tobacco use, obesity, diabetes, and old age. The high incidence of non-healing ulcers and the lack of affordable treatments underscore the need to evaluate Unani medicine as a potential therapeutic option. In Unani medicine, non-healing ulcers can be managed with formulations that possess jali (detergent), hemostatic, mundamil-e-qurooh (cicatrizant), mujaffif (desiccant), daaf-e-taaffun (antiseptic), muhallil (anti-inflammatory) and mumbit-e-lahem (flesh grower) actions. Experimental Procedure: This case report describes a 50-year-old female patient with non-healing ulcers on both lower limbs, treated with topical Unani formulation composed of Kundur (Boswellia serrata), Anzaroot (Astragalus sarcocolla), Gulnar (Punica granatum), and Zarawand (Aristolochia rotunda). Results and Conclusion: The left lower limb wound achieved complete healing in 31 days, while the right one healed within 40 days of therapy. This study highlights the efficacy of Unani formulations as a promising alternative to conventional therapies for non-healing ulcers.

Keywords: Anzaroot, Gulnar, Kundur, non-healing ulcers, Unani formulation, zarawand

[This article belongs to Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy ]

How to cite this article:
Manzar Ali, Sayed Shah Alam, Shehanshah Wali Moazzam. Effect of Unani Formulation in the Management of Non-Healing Ulcer – A Case Report. Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy. 2026; 13(01):7-12.
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Manzar Ali, Sayed Shah Alam, Shehanshah Wali Moazzam. Effect of Unani Formulation in the Management of Non-Healing Ulcer – A Case Report. Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy. 2026; 13(01):7-12. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/rrjoush/article=2026/view=240173


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Volume 13
Issue 01
Received 10/11/2025
Accepted 09/01/2026
Published 10/01/2026
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