Cover: Pharmacognosy Research
Pharmacognosy Research
Volume 14, Issue 4
· pp. 342–503 · 22 articles
- Volume
- 14
- Issue
- 4
- Published
- Pages
- 342–503
- Articles
- 22
- Sections
- 2
- ISSN
- ISSN: Print - 0976-4836, Online - 0974-8490
- Journal
- Pharmacogn. Res.
In this issue
Review Article
- Review
A Current Pharmacological Impacts and Perspective of Hybanthus enneaspermus (Linn.) F. Muell
Ananthapalpu Krishnan Nadar Ramya, Rengasamy Devika
pp. 342–349 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.51 · Published
Medicine relies heavily on the use of medicinal plants. In terms of their pharmacology, they showed a broad spectrum of traits. All but a few of the medicinal plants in India are naturally rich in chemicals. An infinite …
- Review
Phytochemistry and Pharmacology of Iris kashmiriana
Rishabh Chalotra, Meenakshi Dhanawat, Mubashir Maqbool, Neeru Lamba, Ayesha Bibi, Sumeet Gupta
pp. 350–355 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.52 · Published
Iris kashmiriana belonging to the family Iridaceae, is found commonly in graveyards in the Kashmir region of India, as well as in some areas of Pakistan. This plant is used as a traditional medicinal plant by different l…
- Review
Chemistry and Pharmacology of Honey Articles
Kamal Shah, Sumit Chhabra, Nagendra Singh Chauhan
pp. 356–359 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.53 · Published
Honey which is obtained from Apis melliferahas wide uses due to its chemical constituents present in it. World Wide honey is used for nutritious and medicinal purposes. The review would give the platform to the readers, …
Original Article
- Article
Development and Assessment of Phytophospholipid Nanovesicular Systems for Treatment of Diabetic Neuropathy
Gaurav Tiwari, Deepa Yadav, Bhuwanendra Singh, Abhitendra Kumar, Pranay Wal, Ruchi Tiwari
pp. 360–368 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.54 · Published
Background: Diabetic neuropathy (DN) is the most prevalent and problematic consequence of diabetes mellitus, with the highest rates of morbidity and death, as well as a significant financial burden on diabetes treatment.…
- Article
Exploration of Phytopharmacognostical Study of Ipomoea obscura (Linn.) Ker Gawl
Poonam Shinde, Rajendra Bhambar, Pankaj Patil, Khanderao Jadhav, Prashant Malpure
pp. 369–378 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.55 · Published
Background:Ipomoea obscura,also known as “Lakshmanvel” in India, is a member of the Convolvulaceae family. Early studies were mostly concerned with early phytochemical analysis, with only a few focusing on detailed phyto…
- Article
Development of a Gastroretentive Polyherbal Formulation and its Standardization
Manish Kumar Gupta, Medha Amol Khade, Birendra Srivastava, Supriya Rajesh Hyam, Prashant Basappa Gurav
pp. 379–390 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.56 · Published
Background: Phytopharmaceuticals within the shape of the entire herb, plant parts, or separated bioactive constituents have been utilized broadly in therapeutics since antiquated times till date. The appealing use of dru…
- Article
Histo-Anatomical Study of Campanula saxifraga subsp. meyeriana (Rupr.) Ogan
Safarova Nilufar Mubariz, Isayev Javanshir Isa, Gasimov Eldar Kochari, Rzayev Fuad Huseynali
pp. 391–394 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.57 · Published
Background:Representatives of the Campanulaceae family are widespread in Azerbaijan. These plants are rich in biologically active compounds such as flavonoids, essential oils, saponins, coumarins, etc. Objectives:This wo…
- Article
An HPLC Method to Determine Phenolic Compounds of Plant Extracts: Application to Byrsonima crassifolia and Senna alata Leaves
Marília de A Cavalcante, Janyna dos S Oliveira, Mayra S da S Barreto, Lucas P Pinheiro, Patrick de C Cantuária, Wardsson L Borges, Gabriel A da Silva, Tiago Marcolino de Souza
pp. 395–404 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.58 · Published
Background:The Amazonian Region has a variety of medicinal plants with bioactive compounds, whose characterization could present the potential for sustainable development. Objectives:A method for separating, identifying,…
- Article
Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles from Polyphenolic Extract of Baliospermun solanifolium using Central Composite Design
Sarika Ankushrao Nikam, Shilpa Pravin Chaudhari
pp. 405–411 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.59 · Published
Background:Plant extracts contain a considerable amount of polyphenols. These polyphenols act as reducing, capping, and stabilizing agents in the formation of silver nanoparticles. Objectives:The objective of the current…
- Article
Macroscopic and Microscopic Evaluation of Sansevieria cylindrica Plant
Sunil Shewale, Vaishali Undale, Maruti Shelar, Bhushan Pimple, Mohini Kuchekar, Vrushali Bhalchim
pp. 412–416 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.60 · Published
Aim and Objectives:The exploitation, adulteration and substitution of herbs is major hurdle for development of commercial natural products. Thus, the microscopic evaluation is the first step towards standardization of me…
- Article
Antifungal Screening of Surveyed Plants of Gwadabawa/Illela Communities of Sokoto State-Northwest Nigeria
Mathias Sylvester Nefai, Mshelia Halilu Emanuel, Giaze Tijani Rabiu, Hussain Yahaya Ungo-Kore
pp. 417–422 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.61 · Published
Background:An earlier ethnobotanical study afforded fifteen surveyed plants, which are used as antifungal and wound healing remedies. This informed their antifungal screening to validate folklore claims. Materials and Me…
- Article
Quantitative Estimation of Immunomodulatory Flavonoid Quercetin by HPTLC in Different Leafy Vegetables Available in West Bengal
Tushar Adhikari, Prerona Saha
pp. 423–428 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.62 · Published
Introduction:Leafy vegetables are commonly consumed medicinal plants used in various metabolic and infectious diseases. Additionally, their antiviral, antioxidant, anticancer, and antihypertensive activities have been re…
- Article
Development of a Solid Self-emulsifying Drug Delivery System of Boswellia serrata
Vidhi Bhatia, MS Arohi Paul
pp. 429–441 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.63 · Published
Background:Self-emulsifying drug delivery system (SEDDS) and solid-SEDDS of Boswellia serrataextract (BSE) was aimed at overcoming the problems of poor solubility and bioavailability. Materials and Methods:The formulatio…
- Article
A New Cytotoxic Ceramide from Dalbergia boehmii Taub. Stem Bark Articles
Jean Pierre Abdou, Jean Noël Nyemb, Jean Momeni, Atikou Fadimatou, Abel Joël Yaya Gbaweng, Jean Paul Tsopmejio, Guidawa Fawa, Muhammad I. Choudhary
pp. 442–445 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.64 · Published
Background:Dalbergia boehmii(Leguminosae),is a medicinal plant used in the Northen part of Cameroon, against digestive tract diseases and fever. Objectives:This work which is part of the search for bioactive molecules th…
- Article
Effect of Some Naturally Occurring Monoterpenes viz d-Limonene, p-Cymene and Terpinolene on the Glycemic and Hepatic Function in a Rat Model of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Sheeba Shakeel, Nahida Tabassum
pp. 446–453 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.65 · Published
Background:Diabetes mellitus is an increasingly serious health problem in society with type 2 diabetes the most common type of diabetes. Objectives:Our main aim was to test the efficacy of some naturally occurring pure m…
- Article
Evaluation of Curcumin, Piperine, and Ferrous Sulphate Combination Potential in the Adjuvant-induced Arthritis Model in Male Wistar Rats
Ami Thakkar, Nirav Bhatia, Gaurav Doshi
pp. 483–491 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.70 · Published
Background:Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder known for prolonged joint inflammation and deformity condition. Currently, Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) treatment in RA patients is preferred…
- Article
Effect of Althea officinalis Linnaeus (Tuqme khatmi) in Cervicitis (Iltehabe unqur rehm) - An Open Observational Clinical Study
S Shazamani, Wajeeha Begum, Syeda Sumaiya
pp. 454–460 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.66 · Published
Introduction:Cervicitis (Iltehabe unqur rehm)is characterized by inflammation of the cervix. Patients may present with complaints of abnormal vaginal discharge, post coital bleeding, dyspareunia, lower backache and lower…
- Article
Awareness of Natural Herbs’ Effect on Blood Pressure among the Western Region of Saudi Arabia Population: A Cross-Sectional Study Articles
Afnan Bahha, Aeshah Habib, Awsaf Alluqmani, Afnan Alqurashi, Ahlam Alotaibi, Yosra Al-Hindi, Arwa Fairaq
pp. 461–467 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.67 · Published
Background: Knowledge of potential interaction between herb-drug is essential to reduce both the risk of serious medical disorders such as life-threatening arrhythmia and uncontrolled blood pressure and the increased hea…
- Article
In vitro Antioxidant Activity and Preliminary Phytochemical Evaluation of Different Extracts of Aerva javanica
CK Thasneem, GR Vijayasankar, BS Venkateswarlu, R Margret Chandira, S Shanmuganathan
pp. 468–473 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.68 · Published
Background:Ethno medicinal validation, together with the screening of phytochemical and biological activity, is an effective method for identifying new drugs from medicinal herbs. Objectives:The present study was aimed t…
- Article
Pharmacognostic Studies and Antibacterial Activity of Corchorus olitorius L. Leaf
Manvi M, Mohammad Irfan Khan, Badruddeen B, Juber Akhtar, Mohammad Ahmad
pp. 474–482 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.69 · Published
Background:Corchorus olitoriusL. (Family: Tiliaceae) or ‘Tossa Jute or Nalta Jute is an important fiber crop in India and Bangladesh. Its leaves are used as folk medicine, food source and have demulcent, diuretic, lactag…
- Article
Anti-spasmodic and Gastroprotective Activities of Harungana madagascariensis Leaf: A Traditional Anti-diarrhoea Remedy
Adaobi C. Ezike, Nwoyi N. Bassey, Emenike C. Amah, Daniel U. Nwankpa, Aniebiet E. Samuel, John O. Medewase
pp. 492–498 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.71 · Published
Background:Harungana madagascariensisLam. ex Poir. (Hypericaceae) leaf extract is used by some communities in the Niger Delta to treat diarrhoea, ulcers, and wounds. Objectives:This study investigated the antispasmodic, …
- Article
Emodin Exhibits Strong Cytotoxic Effect in Cervical Cancer Cells by Activating Intrinsic Pathway of Apoptosis
Amir Saeed, Ahmed Alharbi
pp. 499–503 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.14.4.72 · Published
Background: Cervical cancer is widely acknowledged as the main cause of mortality and a major obstacle to increasing life expectancy, after breast cancer, in women. Natural products have been proven to be a promising sou…
