Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology
Volume 1, Issue 1 (2011)
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Phytochemical constituents of some plants used by the tribals of Dakshin Dinajpur district for medicinal purposes
Abstract: Various phytochemical constituents including alkaloids, phenols, and ascorbic acids were assessed and compared in the four medicinal plants of different families. Four plants used locally for different medicinal purposes were selected for a comparison of their phytochemical constituents. The plants investigated were Clerodendrum viscosum, Moringa oleifera, Cinnamomum tamala and Scoparia dulcis. All theses plants were found to contain the active principles including alkaloids, tannin, saponin, terpenoid, flavonoid, cardic glycoside. Steroid …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Protease activated receptor-2 as an imperative target in nociceptive responses: A minireview
Abstract: PARs (protease-activated receptors) are a family of seven-transmembrane G-protein coupled receptor for proteases from circulation, inflammatory cells and endothelial tissues. To date, four members of PAR family have been cloned, namely PAR1 to PAR4. This minireview focuses on role of PAR2 receptor in inflammatory and nociceptive processes. Numerous studies documented for activation of PAR2 receptors through several proteases suggests its role in pain and inflammation. However, mechanism of PAR2 underlying …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 8–13 Read article