Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy
Volume 6, Issue 3 (2019)
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Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Abstract: Background: In clinical practice, we often come across people using turmeric for sprains, ginger for cough, garlic for hypertension, curry leaf for memory enhancement, mint leaves for spasmodic abdominal pain and honey for its nutritional value. Aim: This review article aims to study roots, leaves and honey to prove that benefits of these home remedies are not mere myths but there exists scientific proof stating their beneficial health effects. Materials: …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Preliminary Phytochemical and Acute Toxicity Studies of Different Extracts of Guiera Senegalensis
Abstract: The leaf of Guiera senegalensis is used in the management of many diseases in Nigeria and many African countries, but the medial lethal doses (LD50) of its different extracts are not widely investigated. To evaluate the phytochemical constituents and acute toxicity indexes of aqueous, hexane, dichloromethane and methanol leaf extracts of G. senegalensis, basic phytochemical screening methods were applied. While up and down procedure and Lorke’s method was used for …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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A Review Article of Kasni (Cichorium intybus Linn.): Its Traditional Uses and Pharmacological Actions
Abstract: Cichorium intybus Linn is a perennial erect herb of different types depending on the bright blue, white or pink flowers. Cichorium intybus is approximately 80±90 cm tall. It has a fleshy taproot of length up to 75 cm. The root of chicory contains volatile oils that are wormicidal. Chicory is used to treat jaundice, spleen problems, gastrointestinal issues such as digestive problems, gastritis and lack of appetite, sinus problems, cuts …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Phytochemical Screening and Anticonvulsant Activity of Sebastiania chamaelae
Abstract: Epilepsy is one of the most common serious neurological conditions. Here, phytochemical screening and anticonvulsant activity of Sebastiania chamaelea evaluated. The present study was undertaken to screen anticonvulsant activity of Sebestiana chamelea. The drug was administered in the form of hydro-alcoholic extract orally and the effect was noted at two doses. The drug was found quite safe by the oral route as animals tolerated drug up to the dose of …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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Physicochemical and Fatty Acid Profiling of Rice Bran Oil and Its Quality Characteristics
Abstract: The continued demand for edible oils by the ever-increasing population makes it pertinent to explore new sources. In this direction, rice bran oil has been subjected to toxicological and nutritional evaluations of their chemical’s constituents. The objective of the study was to determine the physicochemical analysis and fatty acid composition. Physicochemical properties like acid value, color, specific gravity, refractive index, saponification value, iodine value, peroxide value, unsaponifiable matter, and test …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 6–10 Read article