By P.Vijian

CHENNAI, July 29 (Bernama) -- Tamil Nadu-based Ramoni Research Foundation (RRF), which claims to have discovered the Ayurveda cure for H1N1 (swine flu), now plans to promote the drug in Malaysia after tying up with a local company.

Two Indian herbal scientists from Chennai had discovered the drug named Ayusrem that contains nearly 20 different herbal components, said to be a potent herbal medication to prevent and treat a range of influenza virus including H1N1.

"We have tied up with MasteXhange (Pte Ltd) in Kuala Lumpur which will be our global marketing agent. By this October the first consignment will reach Malaysia. We are waiting for final clearance from the Indian government," Dr K. Balasubramaniam, RRF chief executive officer told Bernama.

In March, Ayusrem, jointly developed by RRF and Centre for Herbal Sciences, of University of Madras, was officially released in India. It is manufactured in Dr Milton's Laboratory in Puducherry.

"We have effectively tested Ayusrem on 2,000 patients. It is effective in treating viral infections like swine flu, chikungunya, dengue and cough. It also helps in improving immunology and prevents fatigue," added Dr. Balasubramaniam.

The foundation plans to ship out about 200,000 capsules to Malaysia once the necessary approvals are completed.

MasteXhange is part of the Leonex Group of Companies based in Kuala Lumpur.

RRF, which is involved in developing Ayurvedic medicines, also plans to market the herbal antiviral remedy in Singapore and Thailand.

--BERNAMA