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System of medicine

Siddha

Siddha is one of the oldest traditional systems of medicine in India, from Tamil Nadu. It uses herbal and mineral preparations, diet and practices such as Varmam, and is practised by BSMS doctors recognised by the Ministry of AYUSH.

Educational information only, not medical advice. Always ask a qualified doctor about your own health. In an emergency call 112 (India) or 911 (US). Disclaimer.

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Siddha

Choosing a registered Siddha practitioner and telling your doctor

Registration, training and open talk with your doctor make Siddha care safer. This article explains how practitioners are registered in India, what to ask and how to share informa…

5 min read · 20 Oct 2026
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Siddha medicine safety: quality checks, heavy metals and warning signs

Siddha uses metals and minerals as well as plants, so quality matters. This article explains the heavy metal warning, India's licensing and testing system, symptoms to watch and q…

5 min read · 20 Oct 2026
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Siddha in India: education, research and practice in Tamil Nadu

Official Ministry of Ayush figures show where Siddha is taught and practised, with Tamil Nadu at the centre. This article explains the institutions, rules and numbers for patients.

5 min read · 20 Oct 2026
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Siddha medicines and external therapies: sources, forms, standards

Siddha medicines come from plants, metals and minerals, and animal products, in many forms. This article explains the official description, the external therapies and the quality …

5 min read · 20 Oct 2026
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Siddha diagnosis: the eight examinations (Ennvagai Thervu) explained

Siddha practitioners use a traditional set of eight examinations to assess a person. This article explains them as the Ministry of Ayush describes them and how they fit with moder…

5 min read · 20 Oct 2026
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Siddha medicine: what it is, its history and its principles

Siddha is one of the traditional systems of medicine recognised by the Ministry of Ayush in India. This article explains how it is described officially, its main ideas and its lim…

5 min read · 20 Oct 2026
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