A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY ON THE CONCEPT OF PHARMACOVIGILANCE IN UNANI MEDICINE: A STUDY PROTOCOL

Background and Objectives According to WHO Pharmacovigilance is the science and activities relating to the detection, assessment, understanding and prevention of adverse effects or any other possible drug- related problem. The concept of pharmacovigilance is vibrantly described and corrective measures have been defined under the context of Muḍirr & Muṣliḥ in Unani medical literature, accordingly Unani physicians laid down clear principles on different dosage form, dose and potency of the drugs used. To thoroughly study and to compile the concept of Pharmacovigilance in Unani medicine, and also to assess the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Pharmacovigilance among the Unani stake holders, this study is hypothesized. Methods: This literary study will be started with the collection of information from selected authors books, manuscripts and many other forms of authentic material, followed by thorough review of literature on the concept and practices of Pharmacovigilance (includes drugs, regimens, manipulative techniques, and nutraceuticals). Then after understanding, it will be further explored on the opinions and difference of opinions of different authoritative works by scholars of Unani. After thorough review and categorization of literary material, a questionnaire will be developed based on the available information / data on pharmacovigilance in Unani medical texts of reputed authors and their practices on pharmacological associated events. This questionnaire will be consisting of 50-60 multiple choice questions on Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices of pharmacovigilance on Unani medicine, provided in Google document form will be circulated through digital media (WhatsApp, emails) and data will be analyzed.