August 2013
Synergic effect of associated green, red and brown Brazilian propolis extract onto Streptococcus mutans and Streptococcus sanguinis
Propolis is an organotherapeutic product collected by honeybees and has relevant pharmacological properties, highlighting the high antimicrobial activity. This study aimed to evaluate in vitro the synergistic effect between three ethanol extract of different Brazilian propolis samples: green (Baccharis dracunculifolia) (A), red (Dalbergia ecastophyllum) (B) and brown (Copaifera sp) (C) propolis by...
August 2013
Screening of the antioxidant, antimicrobial and DNA damage protection potentials of the aqueous bark extract of Pistachio nuts (Pistacia vera L.) from Turkey
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August 2013
Effects of omega-3 administration on concentration of serum inflammatory makers in renal transplant recipient
Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids have been shown to decrease inflammatory markers such as TNF-α, IL-1ß and IL-6 levels. It has been shown that there is association between several markers of inflammation with cardiovascular disease which is the leading cause of death in the end stage of renal disease (ESRD) patients. So it may be useful to administer this supplement in renal transplant recipients. To...
August 2013
Evaluation of comparative free-radical scavenging capacity, and antioxidant activities of methanolic extracts of leaf, stem, and roots of Operculina turpethum
The aim of this study was to evaluate the free-radical scavenging capacity and antioxidant activity of methanolic extracts of Operculina turpethum leaves (MEOTL), stem (MEOTS), and roots (MEOTR) in vitro methods. The antioxidant activity was evaluated by reducing power, 2, 2- diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl radical (DPPH) photometric assay, nitric oxide free radical scavenging, iron chelation, hydrogen...
August 2013
A change in metabolic status of glutathione (γ-L-glutamyl-2-cysteinyl-glycine) in lymphocytes by lead compounds
A spectrophotometric investigation of the interaction and coordination of lead compounds with glutathione (GSH) in lymphocytes of healthy male volunteer venous blood has been described. The present study was designed to provide insight into the proposed mechanism of action of lead acetate {Pb(CH3COO)2} and lead acetylacetonate (C10H14O4Pb) with GSH at molecular level. Lymphocytes were separated from blood of healthy...
August 2013
A comparative evaluation of the quality of ten generic telmisartan tablets with the brand
The objective of this study was to comparatively assess the quality of generic Telmisartan tablets with the brand. Mean drug content and impurities determination, dissolution tests and solubility tests in four different media were performed on ten Telmisartan generics and the brand Micardis. High performance liquid chromatography was used in the determination of Telmisartan content, impurities and solubility of...
August 2013
Susceptibility of fish-associated Flavobacterium spp. isolates to cinnamaldehyde, vanillin and Kigelia africana fruit extracts
Phytochemicals are being explored as therapeutic alternatives in aquaculture since they have de-stressing, growth-promoting, appetite-increasing, immune-stimulating, and antimicrobial properties. The susceptibility of 28 Flavobacterium johnsoniae-like isolates and nine selectedFlavobacterium spp. isolates to three phytochemicals, viz.: cinnamaldehyde (10 - 250 µg/ml), vanillin (5 - 500 µg/ml)...
August 2013
Bioassay guided isolation and characterization of anti-microbial and anti-trypanosomal agents from Berberis glaucocarpa Stapf.
Different fractions of Berberis glaucocarpa Stapf were tested for their antibacterial and anti-trypanosomal properties using the well established Alamar blueTM 96 well microplate assays. Then eight known compounds (1-8), including five alkaloids (1-5), were isolated and characterized from this plant for the first time. All the compounds were tested for their antimicrobial and antitrypanosomal properties....
August 2013
Reproductive, cytological and biochemical toxicity of fenugreek in male Swiss albino mice
Fenugreek was evaluated for its effects on reproductive, cytological and biochemical toxicity in mice. On the basis of evaluated maximum tolerated dose (MTD; 9.77 g/kg), the present doses selected for sub-chronic (90 days) treatment were 153, 305 and 610 mg/kg/day by oral gavage corresponding to 1/64, 1/32 and 1/16, of MTD, respectively. Total sperm count, motility and spermatozoa morphology was screened. Cytological...
August 2013
Effects of traditional Chinese herbal medicines on blood cell count and immunity in chickens
To investigate the effects of traditional Chinese herbal medicines (TCHM) on hematological parameters and immunity in chickens, Astragalus membranaceus (AM), Angelicae sinensisextract (ASE) and Danggui Buxue San (DBS) were used for the study of immunity and hematinic mechanism in order to provide basis for clinical reference. Three hundred 56-week-old hens were randomized into 10 groups. AM were added...
August 2013
In vitro antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity of Jordanian plant extracts: A potential target therapy for Acne vulgaris
Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory disorder in which Propionibacterium acnes plays a critical role in its development when it overgrows in the pilosebaceous unit. The present study was conducted to evaluate the antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity of fourteen Mediterranean plant extracts separately and in combinations for the treatment of acne. The methanolic plant extracts were...
August 2013
Assessment of herbal anthelmintics used by the farmers in Kirinyaga county, Kenya, for the treatment of helminthiosis in cattle
The aim of this study was to assess and validate the herbal anthelmintic remedies used by farmers in Kirinyaga county, Kenya for the treatment of their cattle against gastrointestinal nematodes. The herbs used were identified via questionnaire surveys through focused group discussions. The aqueous extracts of plants used: Aspillia pluriseta, Vernonia lasiopus,Entada leptostachya and Erythrina...
August 2013
Production of lovastatin from rice straw using Aspergillus terreus in solid state fermentation
Responce surface methodology (RSM) was used to optimize production of lovastatin from rice straw in solid state fermentation by Aspergillus terreus ATCC 74135. A four-factor-five-level central composite design (CCD) was used to examine the combining effects of temprature, moisture, inoculum and pH on lovastatin production. Results of the CCD study showed that only temperature and...
August 2013
In vitro and in vivo antidiabetic effect of Andrographis lineata Wall. Ex.Nees and Andrographis serphyllifolia Wt.Ic leaf extracts
Andrographis lineata and Andrographis serphyllifolia are endemic potential medicinal plants of South India. The leaves of both the herbs have been used as ancient folklore medicine for curing diabetes, snakebite, inflammation and cancer. The present investigation deals with the study of in vitro and in vivo antidiabetic effect of the ethanolic leaf extract of A....
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