LUCKNOW, May 10 -- A new Ayurvedic formulation developed to combat specific strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV) has shown promising results in an experimental study announced on Saturday. The research was unveiled during a press conference organised by Bharat Seva Sansthan, a social organisation, and endorsed by Prof JN Mishra, former dean and head of the faculty of Ayurveda, Lucknow University.

HPV is a common virus that spreads mainly through sexual contact.

According to prof Mishra, the study demonstrated strong anti-neoplastic and anti-HPV properties, particularly against HPV types 16 and 18, which are commonly associated with cervical cancer. "The experimental study gave very fruitful results as very strong anti-neoplastic ac...