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Efficacy Of Cephalic Douche And Drumstick Leaves Juice On Iron Deficiency Anemia Among Adult Females – A Randomised Controlled Trial

Author(s) Dr. Greeshma Rai G K, Dr. Vineetha A N, Dr. Prajna P Shetty, Dr. Vanitha Shetty, Dr. Prajwal H M
Country India
Abstract Background & Objectives: Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA) is the most prevalent nutritional deficiency worldwide, particularly among women of reproductive age. Conventional iron supplementation is effective yet often limited by poor compliance and side effects. Naturopathic interventions such as Cephalic Douche and Moringa oleifera (drumstick) leaves juice may offer low-cost, accessible alternatives. This study aimed to evaluate their efficacy on hemoglobin, serum ferritin, fatigue and quality of life in adult females with IDA.
Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted among 70 female participants (18–24 years) with hemoglobin < 10 g/dL. Participants were allocated by lottery into two groups: study (n = 35) and control (n = 35). The study group received 100 ml fresh Moringa oleifera leaf juice daily for 21 days and Cephalic Douche (38 °C, 3–5 minutes, 5 days/week for 15 days). Controls received no intervention. Primary outcomes included hemoglobin and serum ferritin; secondary outcomes included fatigue (FAS) and WHOQOL-BREF scores. Data were analyzed using SPSS v27 with p < 0.05 as significant.
Results: Significant increases were observed in hemoglobin and serum ferritin levels and a reduction in fatigue scores in the study group compared to controls (p < 0.001). The intervention was well tolerated with no adverse effect.
Conclusion: Combined Moringa oleifera leaf juice and Cephalic Douche proved effective in improving hematological and symptomatic parameters among young women with IDA. This integrative, low-cost approach could be adapted in community settings to complement existing anemia-control programs.
Keywords Iron Deficiency Anemia, Cephalic Douche, Moringa Oleifera, Drumstick Leaves Juice, Naturopathy, Randomized Controlled Trial.
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On 2026-02-21
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