Homeopathy for Allergic Rhinitis: A Systematic Review.
@article{Banerjee2017HomeopathyFA, title={Homeopathy for Allergic Rhinitis: A Systematic Review.}, author={Kushal Banerjee and Robert T. Mathie and Ceire E. Costelloe and Jeremy Howick}, journal={Journal of alternative and complementary medicine}, year={2017}, volume={23 6}, pages={ 426-444 } }
OBJECTIVE
The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and effectiveness of homeopathic intervention in the treatment of seasonal or perennial allergic rhinitis (AR).
METHOD
Randomized controlled trials evaluating all forms of homeopathic treatment for AR were included in a systematic review (SR) of studies published up to and including December 2015. Two authors independently screened potential studies, extracted data, and assessed risk of bias. Primary outcomes included symptom…
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