Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology
Volume 10, Issue 1 (2020)
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Efficacy of a Unani Formulation in Subjective Complaints of Shiqaqe Maqad (Anal Fissure): An Observational Clinical Study
Abstract: An anal fissure is a longitudinal split in the anoderm, with surrounding edema and inflammatory induration. Passing of hard stools has been the most common etiological factor. It affects more than 10% of patients attending proctology clinics and the incidence is growing high day by day. Almost all Unani physicians in their classical text books have mentioned anal fissure as Shigaaf in anal canal caused by various reasons among which …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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A Review on Pharmacological Activities of Garcinia xanthochymus
Abstract: The present review study was taken to know the pharmacological activities of Garcinia xanthochymus belongs to the family clusiaceae (guttiferae). The common names are Asamkandis, yellow mangostene, gamboges and false mangostene. The plant contains chemical constituents such as flavonoids, phenolic compounds, tannins, saponins, glycosides xanthones etc. On this plant, various pharamacological activities like in-vitro as well as in-vivo studies were previously carried out, here we reviewed on few pharmacological activities …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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A Review on Analysis of Cosmetic Raw Materials
Abstract: Cosmetic products must be safe for use by the consumers. The cosmetic raw materials varied in nature. Bureau of Indian Standards has done commendable work in fixing specification for many raw materials used in cosmetics, in order to ensure that the cosmetic raw materials meet the safety requirements. As the qualitative and quantitative analysis is mandatory to certify the raw materials and active ingredients used for the preparation of cosmetics, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 19–27 Read article
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Evaluation of Anthelmintic, Analgesic and Neuropharmacological Activity of Merremia hederacea
Abstract: The aim of the present study was to evaluate the phytochemical screening, anthelmintic activity, analgesic properties and neuropharmacological activity of the leaf extract of Merremia hederacea (Family: Convovulaceae). After preliminary phytochemical screening, the leaf extract of Merremia hederacea contain flavonoids, tannins, alkaloids and reducing sugars. Anthelmintic activity test was done by comparing the time of paralysis and the time of death of earthworms Pheretima posthuma compared with the standard drug, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 28–33 Read article
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Phyto-chemical Screening, In Vitro Anti-arthritic Study, Formulation and Evaluation of Ethanolic Extract of Helicteres Isora Fruits
Abstract: The present investigation was aimed at exploring the anti-arthritic activity of ethanolic extract of Helicteres isora fruits, using Bovine serum albumin (BSA) and Egg albumin denaturation method. The extract was subjected to preliminary phyto-chemical screening in order to find out the major phyto-constituents present in it. Various concentrations of the extract (100, 250, and 1000 μg/ml) were prepared and the percentage inhibition of protein denaturation was determined. Diclofenac sodium (100, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 34–40 Read article
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Therapeutic Properties of Honey: A Review of Literature
Abstract: Honey is a natural organic substance that is produced from the nectar of flowers by Apis mellifera and is a sweet, flavourful liquid. It contains sugars, small quantities of proteins, amino acids, enzymes, vitamins, minerals, trace elements, aroma compounds, and polyphones. It is accepted widely as food and medicine by all generations, traditions and civilizations of both ancient and modern era. Asian countries like Sri Lanka, India, Nepal, and Pakistan …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 41–49 Read article