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Introduction:

The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has led to extensive research into preventive strategies, including alternative medicine. Homeopathy, particularly Arsenicum album 30C, has been recommended by the Ministry of AYUSH, India, as a prophylactic measure during the pandemic. This study evaluated the effectiveness of Arsenicum album 30C in reducing the incidence of COVID-19 among individuals residing in containment zones during the pandemic.

Methods:

A prospective study involved 170 participants from COVID-19 containment zones. Participants were divided into two cohorts: the Homeopathy Intervention (HI) cohort, which received Arsenicum album 30C, and the Non-Intervention (NI) cohort, which did not receive any systematic treatment. The incidence of COVID-19 was tracked over a 30-day follow-up period. Statistical analyses, including chi-square tests and multivariate logistic regression, were used to compare outcomes between the two groups.

Results:

The incidence of COVID-19 was significantly lower in the HI cohort (3.5%) compared to the NI cohort (10.6%) (p = 0.04). The relative risk reduction was 67% in the HI group. Additionally, participants in the HI cohort experienced only mild symptoms, while those in the NI cohort reported more moderate symptoms (p = 0.01). No adverse effects were observed in the HI cohort.

Conclusion: Arsenicum album 30C demonstrated a significant reduction in COVID-19 incidence and symptom severity in the intervention cohort. While the results are promising, further randomized, placebo-controlled studies are necessary to confirm its efficacy and safety.

Keywords: COVID-19, Arsenicum Album 30C, Homeopathy, Containment Zones, Prophylaxis