فهرست نشریات علمی دسترسی آزاد ایران

Background and Aim: Eczema, or dermatitis, is a chronic and recurrent inflammatory skin disorder characterized by itching, skin dryness and the appearance of red, weeping skin lesions. In traditional Persian medicine, various plants have been used both orally and topically for the treatment of eczema, known as "Nar ol-Farsi." This study reviews the plants effective for eczema as referenced in Ibn Sina's “Qanoon”, the most important source of traditional Persian medicine. Methods: To identify plants effective for eczema, the second book of "Qanoon" was reviewed using the keyword "Nar ol-Farsi." After extracting the traditional names of the plants, their scientific names were identified with the help of reference books in botany. Extensive research was then conducted in modern scientific databases such as Google Scholar, Scopus and PubMed until January 2024 to investigate the anti-eczema, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects of these plants in recent studies. Ethical Considerations: In the present study, the ethical aspects of the library-based research, including the authenticity of the texts, honesty and integrity, have been duly observed. Results: About eight traditional names of plants used for eczema relief were extracted from the second book of "Qanoon" and their scientific names were identified. Recent studies have revealed the anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects of most of these plants. Conclusion: Although the effects of many of the identified plants from traditional Persian medicine on eczema have not been studied in modern sources, these plants, with their identified effects on inflammation and infection, could be suitable candidates for further research on eczema management.