Cover: Pharmacognosy Research
Pharmacognosy Research
Volume 15, Issue 4
1 October 2023 · pp. 601–840 · 26 articles
- Volume
- 15
- Issue
- 4
- Published
- 1 October 2023
- Pages
- 601–840
- Articles
- 26
- Sections
- 2
- ISSN
- ISSN: Print - 0976-4836, Online - 0974-8490
- Journal
- Pharmacogn. Res.
In this issue
Review Article
- Review
Kapikacchu: The Brain Medicine
Rupali Patil, Gautam P. Vadnere, Kundan Patil, Nalini More
pp. 601–606 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.063 · Published 1 October 2023
Ancient civilizations throughout the world have survived for so many years, on the wisdom of nature in every field. Natural ways of living and managing disease have been the mainstay of all these cultures. In today’s era…
- Review
Traditonal Uses and Phytopharmacological Analysis of Ancient and Lucrative Traditional Plants Lavandula stoechas L. and Lavandula officinalis Chaix
Mohammad Jameel, Abuzer Ali, Wasim Ahmad, Md. Faiyazuddin, Md Rafiul Haque, Rampratap Meena, Sadia Sultan, Kamran Ashraf
pp. 607–614 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.064 · Published 1 October 2023
Traditional medicines are still widely used because they contain notably unique therapeutically active metabolites in their native condition. This elevated the illustrious tradition of indigenous cultures and folklore cl…
- Review
A Short Consized Note of Current Trends and Future Prospects on Herbal Medicine
Heera Battu, Nimmathota Madhavi
pp. 615–622 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.065 · Published 1 October 2023
Now a days the usage of allopathic medicine is in large-scale, however the phenomenal development in advanced science and technology came up with new therapies for various disease remedies furthermore the practice is hap…
Research Article
- Article
Plant-Derived Selected Bioactive Saponins and Tannins: An Overview of their Multi-Target Mechanisms and Diverse Biological Activities
Dudday Venkata Vyshnavi, Sunkara Sivananda Swaroop, Akkiraju Sudheer, Somasekhar Reddy Kanala, Ramavath Muralidhar Naik, Onamala Varalakshmi
pp. 623–635 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.066 · Published
An extensive variety of ailments have been treated using medicinal herbs for ages. Recent research has revealed that many of these plants possess multiple therapeutic activities, rendering them interesting candidates for…
- Article
Alternanthera sessilis: A Review of Literature on the Phytoconstituents, Traditional Usage and Pharmacological Activities of Green and Red Cultivar
Omilla Ragavan, Sze Cheng Chan, Yi En Goh, Vuanghao Lim, Yoke Keong Yong
pp. 636–652 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.067 · Published
The weedAlternanthera sessilis, having Green (ASG) and Red (ASR) cultivars, is a member of the Amaranthaceae. Both cultivars are known to possess high medicinal and nutraceutical values as they are widely utilized in tra…
- Article
The Use of Caffeine Products in Saudi Arabia
Reem Rara, Rahaf Alhindi, Majd Alotaibi, Yara Shaykhayn, Anwar Alnakhli, Halah Tariq Albar, Asim Muhammed Alshanberi, Yosra Zakariyya Alhindi, Safaa Mohammed Alsanosi
pp. 653–657 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.068 · Published
The most used psychoactive substance globally is caffeine. Recently, the introduction of numerous products containing caffeine, as well as shifts in the consumption of both natural and artificial sources of caffeine, has…
- Article
Anti-inflammatory Effect of Squalene Isolated from Simarouba glauca in Experimental Animal Model
Svenia Periyapurath Jose, Sandya Sukumaran, Ratheesh Mohanan, Sangeeth Saji, Aditya Asish, Sajeev Martin George
pp. 658–666 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.069 · Published
Background:Most dynamic area of scientific investigation is to identify the bioactive compounds and establish their potential health effects against chronic diseases. Multi-targeted compounds with fewer side effects has …
- Article
In vitro Urolithiasis Activity of Tridax procumbens Methanolic Extract on Calcium Oxalate Crystals Prepared by Precipitation Method
Aithamraju Satishchandra, V. Alagarsamy, V. Radhika, V Ravi Kumar, Bandi Narendhar, P. Subhash Chandra Bose
pp. 667–670 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.070 · Published
Background: The main purpose of present to reduce the kidney stone with herbal drugs due increase in incidence rate of kidney stones significantly with change in life style from the last two decades. Aim and Methodology:…
- Article
In vivo Investigation to Validate the Traditional Usage of Sorbaria tomentosa (Lindley) Reh. Root Extract against Alloxan-induced Diabetic Rats
Monika Mehta, Richa Puri, Dechan Angmo, Pooja Boora, Sushila Rani
pp. 671–678 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.071 · Published
Background:DM is a complicated condition that impacts the handling of sugar, fat, and protein metabolism in our bodies. Medicinal herbs play a significant role in diabetes care. As a result, we focused on the plant compo…
- Article
Piper pedicellatum C. DC. Leaf Methanol Extract Inhibits Edema and Granuloma and Modulates Mediators and Cytokines in Rats
Dev Jyoti Kalita, Kangkan Deka, Ngurzampuii Sailo, Sanjoy Das, Bibhuti Bhusan Kakoti
pp. 679–686 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.072 · Published
Background:Piper pedicellatum is an ethnomedicinal plant used in various inflammatory conditions by many ethnic groups and exploration of its therapeutic potentials is imperative. Objective:This study was carried out to …
- Article
Traditional Use of Medicinal Plants against ENT Diseases by the Tribals of Purulia District, West Bengal, India
Rajani Kanta Mahato, Ghanashyam Mahato
pp. 687–692 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.073 · Published
Background:Since ancient times natural plant parts were extensively used for the treatment and prevention of Ear, Nose and Throat related diseases. ENT related diseases are caused by various types of micro-organism. Elev…
- Article
Is COVID-19 Related to the Recent Surge in Research on Houttuynia cordata (Thunb)?
Poonam Singh Deo, Sweety Angelirie Kharumnuid, Moses M. Naga, P. Hangsing
pp. 693–704 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.074 · Published
Background of the Study:Houttuynia cordata is an herbal medicinal plant with a variety of ethnomedicinal properties. The plant extract has potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, which may help to reduce the co…
- Article
GC-MS, FT-IR, and ICP-MS Analysis of Bioactive Compounds in the Methanolic Leaves Extract of Thalictrum foliolosum
Sushila Rani, Richa Puri, Pooja Boora, Abul Qasim, Dechan Angmo, Monika Mehta
pp. 705–715 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.075 · Published
Background:There are many therapeutic effects of medicinal plants that are used in treating and preventing a variety of diseases. Recently medicinal plants contain many bioactive compounds which are playing an important …
- Article
Phytochemical Crosstalk in Indian Gooseberry Preparation to Explain Therapeutic Potentials of Dietary Supplements
Md Rafi Uz Zama Khan, Vishal Trivedi
pp. 716–726 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.076 · Published
Background:The therapeutic properties of phytochemicals found in medicinal plants, as well as in dietary plants and herbs, have had a significant impact on the development of several herbal remedies for a range of ailmen…
- Article
Estimation of Ursolic Acid in Methanolic Extract of Momordica dioica by HPTLC Method
Jui Darbhe, Vrushali Neve, Vrushali Bhalchim, Ashwini Tonpe, Pritam Khandave, Suchita Mane, Rupali Yewale
pp. 727–732 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.077 · Published
Background: A number of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications have been shown to lessen pain and inflammation. Unfortunately, there are numerous side effects connected with their use. There are, however, medicinal p…
- Article
Evaluation of Selectivity Index and Phytoconstituents Profile of Various Extracts from the Stem of Strychnos lucida R. Br. as Anti-malarial
Uswatun Khasanah, Alvan Febrian Shalas, Bachtiar Rifai Pratita Ihsan, Lung Ayu Asti Wulandari, Nadela Cintya Nurtyas, Waril W, Iin Alipiani, Ulfa Malihatus Sholiha
pp. 733–750 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.078 · Published
Introduction: Strychnos lucida R. Br. or Songga was empirically used as an anti-malarial and immunostimulant in the Tetun tribe, Indonesia. However, almost all plants from the genus Strychnos contain the alkaloid toxic c…
- Article
Phyto-mediated Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles with Afrohybanthus travancoricus Leaf Aqueous Extract and Screening of their in vitro Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory, and Anti-diabetic Activities
Balrajmani Davidson Raja, Devaraj Sathiya Sheela, Elumalai Shanthi Priya, Ammasaikutty Vanitha, Kandasamy Kalimuthu, Periannan Viswanathan
pp. 751–760 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.079 · Published
Aim:There are many uses for silver nanoparticles in the field of biomedicine due to their exceptional properties. A major application of silver nanoparticles is the increase of antibiotics that are clinically helpful aga…
- Article
Crassocephalum crepidioides (Asteraceae) Benth S. Moore Leaves Fractions Attenuate Dyslipidemia and Atherogenic Indices in Diabetic Rats
Opeyemi Oluwayemisi Ayodele, Funmilayo Dorcas Onajobi, Emeka Emea Okoro, Omolaja Osoniyi
pp. 761–770 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.080 · Published
Background: Diabetes mellitus, a metabolic and endocrine disorder, is associated with an impaired lipid profile that can result in increased atherogenic indices. The effects of the aqueous and hexane fractions of C. crep…
- Article
Acacia nilotica Pod Extract has an Anti-cancer Effect on the U937 Cell Line
Halla Falih Bakheit, Sebastien Taurin, Elwaleed Mohamed Elamin, Moiz Bakhiet
pp. 771–775 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.081 · Published
Background: Acacia nilotica(A. nilotica), a tree that thrives in tropical regions, has been reported to have various medicinal uses and various pharmacological properties. Potential anti-cancer effects are one of the med…
- Article
Inhibitory Effect of Bioassay-Guided Fractionation of Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) Extract on Fructose-induced Glycated Hemoglobin and Aggregation in vitro
Dipeksha Macwan, Hiteshkumar Vashrambhai Patel
pp. 776–784 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.082 · Published
Background: Chronic hyperglycemia in diabetes mellitus is a prominent inducer for free radical production which results in non-enzymatic protein glycation that cause the pathogenesis of diabetic complications and deleter…
- Article
Ameliorative Effect of Rutin against Zirconium Oxide (ZrO2) Nanoparticle induced Behavioural, Biochemical and Tissue Morphological Changes in Danio rerio
Briska Jifrina Premnath, Bichandarkoil Jayaram Pratima, Ragunath Ravichandiran, Manoj Kumar Srinivasan, Namasivayam Nalini
pp. 785–795 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.083 · Published
Background:Zirconium Oxide (ZrO2) is one of the most widely used metal oxide nanoparticles with unique features that permit its usage in various medical applications, including drug delivery, targeting, labelling, and lo…
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Phytochemical Screening, in vitro Anti-bacterial, and Antioxidant Efficacy of Solanum virginianum L. Aerial Vegetative Parts Extracted in Four Solvents
Preety Rohilla, Ashmita Chhikara, Pushpa Dahiya
pp. 796–805 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.084 · Published
Background:Solanum virginianum is a key component of Ayurveda's "Dasmul Asava," used to treat inflammation, respiratory, and gastric problems. Being a repository of countless bioactive compounds, the plant is well known …
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Hepatoprotective Assessment of Copper Calx against Anti-Tubercular Drug-induced Hepatotoxicity in Rats
Mohammad Sharique, Hariprasad M.G, Moqbel Ali Moqbel Redhwan, Ashish Jain, Shambhavi S, Mamatha A, Niranjana Niranjana
pp. 806–812 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.085 · Published
Background:Anti-Tubercular Drugs (ATDs), while effective in treating tuberculosis, are associated with hepatotoxicity, leading to liver damage and complications. Calx of Copper, a traditional Ayurvedic preparation, has s…
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Attenuation of Oxidative Stress and Nephrotoxicity with Supplementation of Pimpinella tirupatiensis Tuberous Root in Streptozotocin-induced Diabetic Rats
Thopireddy Lavanya, Kakarla Chandra Mohan, Kesireddy Sathyavelu Reddy, Saddala Rajeswara Reddy
pp. 813–818 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.086 · Published
Background:The endemic plant of Seshachalam hills, Eastern Ghats, India, known asPimpinella tirupatiensis (Pt). Objectives: It was examined in this study for its protective effects against oxidative damage in the kidney …
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Additive Effects of High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) in Experimental Oral Carcinogenesis
Kavitha Kalimuthu, Sindhu Ganapathy, Balamurugan Elumalai, Asha Kumarasamypillai Radha Thayammal, Veeran Veeravarmal, Vijayalakshmi Annamalai
pp. 819–830 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.087 · Published
Introduction: Nowadays, fructose uses dramatically increased in form of High-Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) found in juices and packed food. Sustained fructose utilization is detrimental to long-term human health. Objectives…
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Physicochemical and in vitro Analysis of Herbal Drugs A. indica, C. longa, P. pinnata, P. corylifolia, W. fruticosa for Potential Effect in Psoriasis
Arun Kumar, Saurabh Singh, Bimlesh Kumar, Sheetu Wadhwa, Dileep Singh Baghel, Narendra Kumar Panday, Sachin Kumar Singh, Shivani Shivani, Vikas Kumar Pal
pp. 831–840 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.15.4.088 · Published
Background: Curcuma longa (Zingiberaceae), Azadirachta indica (Meliaceae), Psoralea corylifolia (Fabaceae), Pongamia pinnata (Fabaceae), and Woodfordia fruticosa (Lythraceae) stand as renowned medicinal plants in India. …