Leveraging Network Pharmacology in Homeopathic Research: An Overview

Abstract

Network pharmacology has emerged as a transformative approach in medical research, providing a comprehensive perspective on disease complexity and treatment modalities. This interdisciplinary methodology integrates principles from pharmacology, bioinformatics, and systems biology to explore the interconnected relationships within biological networks. Recently, network pharmacology has found application in homeopathic research, offering a unique framework to decipher the molecular mechanisms underlying the effects of homeopathic remedies. This article elucidates the principles of network pharmacology, emphasizing a systems-level understanding of biological networks. A case study explores the network pharmacology of Arnica montana, a commonly used homeopathic remedy, demonstrating the methodology's potential in solving the holistic interactions between bioactive compounds and biological systems. Challenges and future perspectives in homeopathic research are discussed, highlighting the promise of network pharmacology in enhancing our understanding of homeopathic remedies, guiding personalized treatment strategies, and integrating homeopathy into mainstream health care. The application of network pharmacology in homeopathic research is detailed through diverse approaches, including identifying molecular targets, multitarget analysis, disease network exploration, and validation of potentization. The integration of network pharmacology into homeopathic research represents a promising frontier for understanding and validating the principles of homeopathy, contributing to improved treatment strategies and patient outcomes.

Keywords

Arnica montana - homeopathy - network pharmacology

Publication History

Article published online:
22 May 2025

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