Significance of Immunomodulator
An immunomodulator is a substance that modifies the immune system's response. In Ayurveda, this can refer to substances like Rasayana Dravaya and herbal medicines such as Withania somnifera. Health Sciences views immunomodulators as substances that regulate immune functions, enhance or diminish immunity, and are used in treating various conditions, including autoimmune diseases and infections. Science also recognizes immunomodulators as substances that alter the immune response. These substances can stimulate, suppress, or normalize immunological responses, often enhancing the body's defenses.
Synonyms: Immunosuppressant, Immunotherapeutic agent, Immune regulator, Immunostimulant, Immune modulator
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Hindu concept of 'Immunomodulator'
In Hinduism, an immunomodulator is a substance, often found in Ayurvedic medicine, that regulates the immune system. It encompasses various herbs, formulations, and treatments, like Rasayanas, that either stimulate, suppress, or modulate immune responses to promote health, balance, and treat diseases.
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) It refers to the property of certain Ayurvedic formulations that can modulate the immune system of the body.[1] (2) Guduchi is an ingredient in Chyawanprasha that acts as an immunomodulator, helping to regulate and strengthen the immune system.[2] (3) Ashwagandha contains Withaferin A, which has antibiotic activity, serves as an immunomodulator, and enhances cognition and memory.[3] (4) Immunomodulator properties are one of the pharmacological actions of Swarnabhasma (Incinerated gold), which is also Vrshya (aphrodisiac), Hrdya (cardiac stimulant), Balya, Kantikara.[4] (5) Ayush-64 has significant antiviral, antioxidant, immunomodulator and febrifugal properties and has been successfully employed in the treatment of diseases such as Malaria.[5]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) This is one of the actions of Asanadi Kwatha, according to the information provided in the text.[6] (2) It is one of the actions of the ingredients found in Patoladi Kashaya, affecting the immune system.[7] (3) Agada Yogas are the mixture of antitoxic medications act as an immunomodulator, antioxidants and some of them possess hepatoprotective action also.[8] (4) A property of Rasayana drugs that regulates the immune system, providing protection against various diseases.[9] (5) This is one of the actions of Chandanasava.[10]
From: Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine
(1) Herbs that can reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection, but there is a paucity of well-documented data about their tolerability, safety, and efficacy.[11] (2) These are substances that modify the immune system, as discussed in the context of Indian traditional health care.[12]
The concept of Immunomodulator in scientific sources
Immunomodulators are substances that modify the immune system's response. They can stimulate, suppress, or regulate immune functions. These agents are used in various therapeutic contexts, including cancer, autoimmune diseases, and infections, and are found in natural and synthetic sources.
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Standard medical treatment of UC involves sulfasalazine, aminosalicylates, corticosteroids and these.[13] (2) These are present in day to day life.[14] (3) These are used as an alternative potential for conventional chemotherapy against a variety of diseases.[15] (4) These have not been demonstrated to result in sustained closure of fistulas, though widely used in treatment.[16] (5) These have been used to prevent and cure recurrent aphthous stomatitis, along with analgesics, antimicrobials and corticosteroids.[17]
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) Imipramine is an effective one, inducing the production of TNF-a, which is an important cytokine for antileishmanial defense.[18] (2) A property of F. arabica that encompasses regions such as Libya and Saudi Arabia, and it is used for treating hepatitis and fever.[19] (3) Both of these drugs are this and downregulate the cytokine production which can mitigate the effects of SARS-CoV-2 virus infection in target vital organs such as the lungs, heart, liver, and gut.[20] (4) It was used as recombinant human interleukin-2, administered subcutaneously in a specific dosage and frequency.[21] (5) They play a key role by modifying the immune response when 5-ASA and corticosteroid class of drugs are unable to show effect against ulcerative colitis.[22]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This is a clinical advantage of intravenous immunoglobulin therapy that has been observed in many specialties, demonstrating its diverse therapeutic applications beyond antibody replacement.[23]
From: South African Journal of HIV Medicine
(1) These have been reported as associated with the anti-Candida activity of neutrophils, and may explain the lack of association between symptomatic VVC and genital HIV shedding.[24]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Immunomodulator describes a substance that can modify the immune system's response, an activity linked to Tribulus terrestris.[25] (2) Immunomodulators found in everyday life are reviewed for their impact on health and well-being.[26] (3) Agents that can modify the body's immune response, potentially beneficial in diabetes.[27] (4) A substance that modifies the immune system's response, a classification for glatiramer.[28] (5) A substance that modifies the immune response, a property attributed to IMOD, which contains Urtica dioica and has been investigated for its immunomodulatory effects.[29]