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Marham-i-Raal: a natural multifaceted formulation for enhanced wound healing

A wound is a disruption in the skin's or mucous membrane's integrity caused by mechanical, chemical, or thermal injuries. The wound healing is complex and involves three overlapping stages: inflammation, proliferation, and tissue remodeling. The duration of healing of a wound can vary, and several factors may influence this process, potentially leading to delays or suboptimal healing outcomes. To address wounds and facilitate healing, various topical and systemic treatments, including antiseptics, antibiotics, antifungal, and analgesics, are utilized. In Unani System of Medicine wound is described as ‘Tafarruq-i-Ittiṣāl’ (loss of continuity) called ‘Jarāḥat’. Marham-i-Raal is in use for centuries and has wonderful effects in Qurūḥ-i-Muzmina (chronic wounds), Qurūḥ-i-Jarāḥiyya (surgical wounds), Shiqāq al-Maq‘ad (fissure in ano) and in other skin conditions like- Nār Fārsī (eczema), and Qūbā (dermatophytosis). It is valued for its effectiveness, affordability, and minimal side effects. This potent remedy is particularly beneficial for chronic ulcers, providing intensive and rapid therapeutic responses. This review explores the properties of Marham-i-Raal based on classical Unani literature and contemporary scientific research. An in-depth examination of research articles and significant scientific data from sources such as Google Scholar, PubMed, and ResearchGate was conducted. The findings indicated that Marham-i-Raal is a highly effective and safe wound healing preparation with potent desloughing, antimicrobial, antiviral, antiseptic, and antifungal properties.