Affiliation:
1. Department of Community Medicine, Vinayaka Mission’s Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation (DU), Salem, Tamil Nadu, India,
Abstract
This study explores the effectiveness of a novel approach using a combination of Cordyceps sinensis 30C and topical Achyranthes aspera ointment in treating Molluscum contagiosum. The ointment was formulated by blending Achyranthes aspera Q with petrolatum, following standardized procedures. Two cases of Molluscum contagiosum were treated internally with Cordyceps sinensis 30C and externally with the Achyranthes aspera ointment. Treatment progress was closely monitored, and the modified Naranjo criteria were applied to assess the causal relationship between the treatment and clinical outcomes. Both cases showed significant improvement, with lesions disappearing within three months. The Naranjo scores indicated a potential causal link between the treatment and the observed outcomes. This combined approach offers a promising alternative in homoeopathy for managing Molluscum contagiosum, though further research and larger clinical trials are necessary to confirm its efficacy and safety. The integration of external applications in homoeopathy remains a subject of debate, yet this approach aligns with evidence-based practices, potentially improving patient care.