Hyderabad-based NIN develops patented herbal therapy to treat menopausal syndrome

Hyderabad’s National Institute of Nutrition developed a patented herbal therapy for menopausal syndrome as a safer alternative to HRT. Recognised with the Health Research Excellence 2025 award, the non-hormonal Ayurvedic treatment addresses osteoporosis, metabolic syndrome, and fatty liver

Hyderabad: In a novel treatment modality, researchers from Hyderabad-based National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) have developed and have also acquired a patent for their herbal-based therapy to treat adverse effects of menopausal syndrome.

A few days ago, the unique therapy also received the Innovator Excellence recognition award in Health Research Excellence 2025 awards from Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

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Developed by Ayurveda clinician-cum-researcher from NIN, Dr Vandana Singh, the therapy is being billed as a better and safer alternative to the existing traditional Hormonal Replacement Therapy (HRT).

According to researchers, the HRT is associated with adverse effects such as vaginal bleeding, liver issues and increased risk of breast cancer, heart disease and strokes.

The patented non-hormonal therapy, which addresses menopausal syndrome, features indigenous grass as a key ingredient and follows Ayurveda principles, the researchers said.

The no-hormonal formulation helps with osteoporosis, fatty liver and metabolic syndrome, they said. With drug regulatory authorities across the globe imposing various kinds of restrictions on the long-term usage of hormonal replacement therapies, the NIN researchers believe that their herbal formulation could be a promising alternative for women.

The researchers said that their herbal therapy is non-carcinogenic, even with long-term use. It is eco-friendly, cost-effective and sustainable. The NIN researchers pointed out that the non-hormonal therapy is a safe and effective solution that aims to enhance the quality of life of menopausal women.