Unani Medicine has a rich history in India, playing a key role in the nation’s healthcare. With growing government support, India leads globally in Unani Medicine, with the largest network of healthcare, educational, and research institutions in the world.
The Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), established in 1978, is the apex body for research and development of Unani Medicine. Among its 24 institutes, the National Research Institute of Unani Medicine for Skin Disorders (NRIUMSD) in Hyderabad stands out for its pioneering research in Unani Medicine, ensuring the preservation of traditional concepts while aligning with modern scientific standards.
The growth of the NRIUMSD has been guided by its visionary leaders and stalwarts of Unani Medicine. Today, the institute is renowned for its research achievements and has earned global recognition for its effective treatments of vitiligo, psoriasis, sinusitis, hyperlipidaemia, and peptic ulcers, among others. The institute continues to validate Unani treatments through clinical trials and reverse pharmacology studies, emphasizing safety and efficacy.
With NABH & NABL accreditations and GMP certification, the NRIUMSD remains a beacon of excellence in Unani medical research. It has made significant contributions to the CCRUM’s objectives and is a trusted healthcare provider for the masses.
I take this opportunity to extend my gratefulness to Ministry of Ayush for its patronage and unflinching support leading to upgrading of this Institute to a National Research Institute in the year, 2019.
I extend my profound gratitude to all contributors, including the current Director Incharge Dr. Younis Iftikhar Munshi, the former Directors, and all staff members for their invaluable contributions in transforming the NRIUMSD into a model institution for Unani medical research.
This publication highlights the National Research Institute of Unani Medicine for Skin Disorders (NRIUMSD), Hyderabad, and its pivotal role in advancing Unani Medicine. It showcases the institute’s commitment to preserving traditional Unani practices while incorporating modern scientific methods, emphasizing its position as a leader in research, innovation, education and clinical excellence in the field of Unani Medicine.
Dr. N. Zaheer Ahmed, Director General
Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine
Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India