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193 articles for “Drug information”
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A Study to assess Prescription pattern in outpatient department of tertiary care hospital
Abstract: ABSTRACTBackground:Antibiotic resistance and irrational prescribing is a global concern, is particularly pressing in developing nations, including India, where the burden of infectious disease is high and healthcare spending is low. The Global Antibiotic Resistance Partnership (GARP) was established to develop actionable policy recommendations specifically relevant to low- and middle-income countries where suboptimal access to antibiotics - not a major concern in high-income countries - is possibly as severe a problem …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 33–36 Read article
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Initiatives of Nanotechnology to Combat Diabetes Mellitus
Abstract: Diabetes is the single most important metabolic disease which can affect approximately every organ system in the body. It has been projected that 300 million individuals would be affected with diabetes by the year 2025. In India, it is estimated that presently 19.4 million individuals are affected by this deadly disease, which is likely to go up to 57.2 million by the year 2025. It is imperative that effective monitoring …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 38–47 Read article
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Emerging Therapies for Diabetes Mellitus: Efficacy and Safety of USFDA-Approved Drugs and Late-Stage Clinical Trials
Abstract: This review provides a comprehensive analysis of drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for managing diabetes mellitus (DM) from 2013 to 2022, including emerging treatments from phase 3 clinical trials during this period. Over the past decade, the treatment landscape for diabetes has evolved significantly, with new therapies not only improving blood sugar control but also targeting broader health outcomes like heart and kidney health. In …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 11–23 Read article
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Breast Feeding and Unani Medicinal Plants with Galactagogue Potential
Abstract: Breast feeding is the best choice for infant health as breast milk contains the perfect amount of all nutrients required for the growth and development of the baby. However, surveys indicate that the majority of babies today are bottle-fed. Many mothers avoid breast feeding because they feel it is socially unacceptable, that it interferes with employment or social life, that it will affect their physical attractiveness, or because of fear …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Regulations for Toothbrushes: A Comparative Study Between India, the US, Europe, and Australia
Abstract: Toothbrushes are essential tools for maintaining oral hygiene, making their regulation vital for consumer safety and health efficacy. This article presents a comparative analysis of toothbrush regulations in India, the United States, Europe, and Australia, highlighting the unique frameworks each region has developed to address manufacturing, distribution, and marketing challenges. In India, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) set safety …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Databank on Phytochemistry and Phytotherapy
Abstract: Presented review serves as an example of the application of Excel-VBA on huge data amounts considering the areas of world-wide Ethnopharmacology, Pharmacognosy together with modern identification tools within Phytochemistry. In recent years, modern drug design has returned back to nature, rather applying guidance achieved from herb remedies valid during centuries. The databank established of information of 200 medicinal plants from all parts of the globe, comprises now of over 4700 …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Bioinformatics · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 31–51 Read article
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A Narrative Review on an Insight of Herbal Origin Drugs and Their Traditional Medicine Formulations for the Treatment of Nephrolithiasis
Abstract: Ethnopharmacological relevance. There is no satisfactory treatment at present to cure or prevent kidney stone recurrences using predictable medicines. There are several marketed formulations in Ayurveda, Unani and Homeopathic Traditional Medicines (TM) have potential lithotriptic effects and clinical applications. In India, prevalence rates of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for the treatment of nephrolithiasis are being estimated at 63.9%. Aim of the review This review article intended to scientifically documented …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 14–30 Read article
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Possible Risk Factors Associated with Tuberculosis Treatment Failure Among Patients Attending Tuberculosis Treatment Centers in Kano State, Nigeria
Abstract: The widespread failure of tuberculosis chemotherapy has led to an increase in mortality and morbidity associated with tuberculosis infection. This study was aimed at assessing the possible risk factors associated with tuberculosis treatment failure in patients attending Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH) and Infectious Disease Hospital (IDH), Kano State. Treatment outcomes of the 436 tuberculosis patients attending selected hospitals in 2018 were obtained using a retrospective study (review of the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Secondary Metabolites in Drug Development: Tracing Their Historical and Therapeutic Impact
Abstract: Secondary metabolites, also known as natural products, exhibit a level of structural and chemical diversity unmatched by synthetic small molecule libraries. These compounds, which have evolved to possess drug-like properties, continue to be a primary source for new medications and drug leads. Their discovery has significantly impacted advancements in chemistry, biology, and medicine, influencing drug development and therapeutic strategies throughout history. Derived from primary metabolic pathways such as photosynthesis, glycolysis, …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 51–55 Read article
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Application of Heterocyclic Compounds in Everyday Life
Abstract: Heterocyclic compounds are of very much interest in our daily life. They have high significance in our living system. Heterocyclic compounds have a wide range of applications in agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, veterinary products etc. They are also used as starting material in the synthesis of organic compounds. These are also used in sanitizers, developers, anti-ordinates, corrosion inhibitors etc. Heterocyclic compounds are the cyclic compounds which contain one or more different atoms …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Medicinal Uses of Some Cultivated and Wild Plants of Bhopal District
Abstract: AbstractSince few decades, the awareness and utilization of traditional knowledge in medicinal system to cure various diseases gained significant importance in human being. Advent in the modern medicinal technology and transformation of culture, indigenous knowledge is vanishing at a very fast rate. In the present investigation, 20 medicinal plants belonging to 10 families under 18 genera used by the local people and herbalists living in rural areas of Bhopal district …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Clinical Trials: A Brief Review
Abstract: Clinical trials, according to the World Health Organization, are used to test new medicinal entities on humans after they have been studied in animals. Clinical studies are usually divided into five stages. Clinical pharmacologists study phase I pharmacokinetics, safety, and gross effects on human volunteers. If the drug passes the test, it moves on to phase II testing, where pharmacokinetics, safety, and therapeutic efficiency are studied on a small number …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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AI Application in the Creation of Medications for COPD
Abstract: The crippling lung condition known as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is typified by a continuous restriction of airflow, which results in increased respiratory dysfunction and a reduced quality of life. The rising incidence of COPD worldwide emphasizes the pressing need for innovative pharmaceutical approaches to address the illness. Even though COPD care has advanced significantly, most current medications concentrate on symptom relief rather than disease change. This gap in …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 01–05 Read article
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Prescription Opioid Use, Misuse and Motivation for Misuse among patients admitted in a drug treatment center
Abstract: Background: Opioid misuse remains a significant public health concern in Nigeria and globally. The risk of misuse complicates opioid prescriptions, potentially leading to overdose and fatal outcomes if not promptly addressed. Objectives: To determine the prevalence of prescription opioid use, misuse, and the underlying motivations for misuse. Method: This study utilized a retrospective cross-sectional design to examine the prevalence and patterns of prescription opioid use and misuse. Data were collected …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Pharmaceutical Care-Current Status and Barriers in India
Abstract: Pharmaceutical care (PC) is a structured process to improve the patient quality of life. It aims at identifying, resolving, and preventing drug related problems. This study was undertaken to identify knowledge and skill in the area of patient assessment, clinical information, communication, learning principles and psychological aspects among Pharmacy practice professionals. It also aims to identify barriers towards PC.
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Pharmacy Teachers' Contribution to Preserving Education's Integrity and Quality in the AI Era
Abstract: Artificial Intelligence through its modern approach supports the development of pharmacy education through customized methods and automatic evaluation systems and computerized training exercises. Students benefit from AI tools which include intelligent tutoring systems together with virtual assistants and simulation platforms because these tools improve their knowledge of pharmacology and drug formulation as well as clinical practice. The transition to AI-controlled education creates new academic integrity issues and ethical problems and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 20–42 Read article
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Drug Profile: Mebeverine Hydrochloride
Abstract: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is the most prevalent functional gastrointestinal disorder noted in the general population worldwide. Its chronic nature, signs and symptoms which vary periodically from mild to severe have many negative effects on the quality of life for the sufferer; therefore, the appropriate treatment of these patients is highly important. Patients should be informed by their doctors that the nature of the disease is benign, and educated on …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 20–22 Read article
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Epigenetic Modifications in Health, Disease, and Precision Therapeutics (From Genome to Epigenome)
Abstract: Introduction: Epigenetic alterations play a crucial role in regulating gene expression in both normal physiological and disease states. These reversible modifications—such as DNA methylation, histone acetylation, phosphorylation, ubiquitination, and chromatin remodelling—are increasingly implicated in complex diseases including cancer and neurodegenerative disorders. Despite advances in standard therapeutic approaches, patient responses remain variable, largely due to genetic heterogeneity and epigenetic dysregulation. This highlights the need for incorporating epigenetic understanding into personalized medicine. …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Effect of Nutrition Counseling on Anthropometry of Middle Aged Type 2 Diabetics
Abstract: A sample of 90 middle-aged type 2 diabetics (45 male and 45 female) was selected from the OPD of the Government Sardar Patel Medical College and Hospital, Bikaner, and were equally divided in three groups on the basis of BMI, obese, normal weight and underweight. Further, equal number of males and females were studied under each group. Purposive sampling was used to select the subjects who were suffering from type …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 8–20 Read article
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Implementing Blockchain to Enhance Security in the Pharmaceutical Industry and Combat Drug Counterfeiting
Abstract: Drug counterfeiting has emerged as a critical threat to public health, as it has enabled inferior and counterfeit drugs to flood many markets around the world thereby eroding trust in healthcare systems and patient safety. This paper seeks to address the glaring need for adequate security safeguards to curb the circulation of counterfeit drugs by proposing a blockchain model designed specifically for the pharmaceutical industries. In general, the idea of …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 33–46 Read article