Abstract:
Introduction: Nosodes are homoeopathic preparations sourced from biological
materials such as diseased tissues, organisms, cultures (bacteria, fungi, and viruses),
or parasites, or from decomposed products from humans or animals. More than
forty‑five major nosodes have been in use since 1830 but no clear guidelines regarding
their preparation are available.
Objective: To standardize the method of preparation of nosodes using modern
technology and lay down clear guidelines for the same.
Materials and Methods: Biological material identification such as culture of organism,
separation of required pure fraction, quantification, standardization, dilutions,
potentisation method, and safe use of nosodes were documented in a systematic way.
Result: HIV, HCV and Mycobacterium tuberculosis nosodes were prepared using the
modified method described in this article.
Conclusion: The improved method of nosode preparation can pave way for laying
clear guidelines for preparation of nosodes in homoeopathic pharmacopeias.
