Integrative Approaches: Indian Medicinal Plants in the Management of Rare Diseases
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This comprehensive review synthesizes current evidence on the therapeutic potential of Indian medicinal plants in managing rare diseases, with particular focus on genetic disorders, autoimmune conditions, and rare cancers. The article examines the pharmacological properties, molecular mechanisms, clinical applications, and integrative approaches that combine traditional Ayurvedic wisdom with modern biomedical science. Through systematic analysis of 50 highly relevant studies from the literature, we explore how Ayurvedic principles such as Dosha balance, Prakriti-based personalization, and Rasayana therapy offer promising complementary strategies for conditions where conventional treatments often fall short. The review highlights the emergence of Ayurgenomics as a transformative paradigm for personalized medicine while addressing critical challenges in standardization, safety validation, and clinical translation
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