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28 articles for “Clinical Toxicology”
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Assess the Level of Knowledge in Clinical Toxicology Among the Delegates Attended the State Level Conference in Clinical Toxicology
Abstract: This abstract highlights the essential role of healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and physician assistants, in continually learning and enhancing their skills in clinical toxicology. Clinical toxicology is a crucial field for managing patients who have been poisoned or are experiencing drug overdoses. In a hospital setting, the professionals, such as those working in the poison control center, play a vital role as first responders in cases of toxicological emergencies. …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Toxicology and Its Branches: A Brief Review
Abstract: Toxicology is called the science of poisons or can be defined as any substance, whose exposure can cause harm to any living body or to the environment. It can also be defined as the study of adverse effects of different chemical, biological or physical agents on living organisms and the ecosystems, including the prevention & enhancement of such adverse effects. It is concerned with all aspects of different poisons and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 27–45 Read article
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Toxicology 4.0: Integrating Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Health Informatics, and Precision Analytics for Predictive Toxicity Assessment, Real-Time Toxicovigilance, and Personalized Patient Safety
Abstract: Background: Toxicology is undergoing a major transformation, increasingly described as Toxicology 4.0, driven by the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), big data analytics, health informatics, and precision analytics. Conventional toxicity testing is limited by high costs, lengthy timelines, and challenges in translating animal and low-throughput in vitro findings to humans. Aim and Objectives: To comprehensively evaluate the emerging role of Toxicology 4.0 in predictive toxicity assessment, real-time toxicovigilance, and personalized …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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A Crisis Situation Due to Uranium and Heavy Metal Contamination of Ground Waters in Punjab State, India: A Preliminary Report
Abstract: Punjab is facing a crisis situation due to high levels of uranium (U) and heavy metals in underground water table of Punjab. Uranium poisoning in Punjab first made news in March 2009, when a South African Clinical Metal Toxicologist, Carin Smit, visiting Faridkot city in Punjab found surprisingly high levels of uranium in 88% of the blood samples collected from the Baba Farid Centre for Special Children in the Malwa …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Solanum viarum Dunal: Ethnomedicinal Importance, Phytochemical Profile and Pharmacological Potential — A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Solanum viarum Dunal, commonly known as tropical soda apple or Sodom apple, is a medicinally important plant belonging to the family Solanaceae. The plant has been widely utilized in traditional medicine systems for the treatment of fever, cough, skin disorders, inflammation, gastrointestinal ailments, and microbial infections. The present review comprehensively summarizes the ethnomedicinal importance, phytochemical profile, pharmacological activities, and pharmaceutical significance of S. viarum. Literature reports indicate that the plant …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Medicinal Properties of Oxytenanthera abyssinica: A Narrative Review
Abstract: Oxytenanthera abyssinica, a plant local to the African landmass, has gotten a parcel of intrigued in later a long time for its conceivable restorative benefits; it has been utilized in conventional medication for decades since of its assumed mending capabilities. In spite of its long history, careful logical examination into its restorative potential is being attempted. This review paper explore into the multidimensional part of O. Abyssinica is in progressed …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 21–42 Read article
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A brief survey on Alternative and Complementary Medicine with special reference to safety, toxins and toxicological concerns
Abstract: Alternative and Complementary Medicine (ACM) is a wide range of healthcare practices that may be used within or alongside conventional medicine, and many of these practices are rapidly becoming accepted and integrated into the modern healthcare system. In addition to traditional medicine systems (e.g. Ayurveda, Unani Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Homeopathy), ACM includes practices that utilize natural remedies including herbal medicine, phytotherapy, naturopathy, acupuncture, yoga, and meditation. While these …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 30–45 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Forensic Medicine: Its Evolution, Scope, Applications, and Future Directions
Abstract: Forensic medicine, a key junction of medical and law, has evolved substantially throughout the centuries, responding to scientific and technological advances. Forensic medicine, derived from the Latin term forensis, meaning “before the forum,” has evolved significantly over the centuries from rudimentary methods of determining the cause of death to a sophisticated and highly specialized medical discipline. Today, it encompasses a wide range of fields, including clinical forensic medicine, forensic pathology, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 18–28 Read article
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Hakim Ismail Jurjani (1042–1137 AD): Life, Works, and Medical Legacy
Abstract: Hakim Ismail Jurjani, also known as Seyyed Isma’il Jorjani, was among the most distinguished physicians and scholars of medieval Persian medicine whose contributions significantly influenced the development of Greco-Arab and Unani medical traditions. His monumental encyclopedia, Zakhīra Khwārazmshāhī (Treasure of the Khwarazm Shah), is regarded as one of the greatest medical compilations of the Islamic Golden Age and represents a landmark in the evolution of Persian scientific literature. Unlike earlier …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Hakim Ismail Jurjani (1042–1137 AD): Life, Works, and Medical Legacy
Abstract: Hakim Ismail Jurjani, also known as Seyyed Isma’il Jorjani, was among the most distinguished physicians and scholars of medieval Persian medicine whose contributions significantly influenced the development of Greco-Arab and Unani medical traditions. His monumental encyclopedia, Zakhīra Khwārazmshāhī (Treasure of the Khwarazm Shah), is regarded as one of the greatest medical compilations of the Islamic Golden Age and represents a landmark in the evolution of Persian scientific literature. Unlike earlier …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 31–36 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review on the Role of Antacids in the Management of Stomach Disorders
Abstract: Antacids are among the most widely used over-the-counter medications for the symptomatic management of acid-related gastrointestinal disorders, including dyspepsia, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastritis, and peptic ulcer disease. These agents provide rapid relief by neutralizing gastric hydrochloric acid, thereby increasing intragastric pH and reducing mucosal irritation. In addition to their therapeutic benefits, the long-term and excessive use of antacids may be associated with adverse effects and toxicological concerns, including electrolyte …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Toxicological Profiling and Safety Assessment of NASAT 2.0: A Conceptual Framework for Adaptive Nanoparticle Therapy in Rabies
Abstract: Rabies, caused by the highly neurotropic Rabies lyssavirus, remains one of the most enigmatic and universally lethal infectious diseases known to modern medicine. Once clinical symptoms manifest following successful neuroinvasion, the fatality rate approaches absolute certainty (approximately 99.9%), a staggering statistic that has remained largely unchallenged despite massive, concurrent advances in modern virology, critical care medicine, and cellular immunology. Current late-stage therapeutic protocols, most notably the widely debated Milwaukee Protocol, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–19 Read article
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Application of Graphene in Health and Medical Areas
Abstract: A comprehensive overview of the current state of graphene research in the health and biomedical field are presented here. The graphene and its derivatives hold immense potential for various applications in biotechnology, biomedicine, and bioengineering. The unique physicochemical properties of graphene, such as thermal conductivity and high-specific area, make it a promising material for advancements in drug delivery, bio-imaging, biosensors, and tissue engineering. However, there is an increasing anxiety surrounding …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Pharma Tech: Leveraging Software for Drug Development & Clinical Research
Abstract: The pharmaceutical sector is progressively adopting software solutions to enhance the drug development process and optimize clinical research results. Drug development is a time-consuming, expensive, and intricate process that traditionally requires extensive laboratory research, preclinical testing, and several stages of clinical trials. Software tools are revolutionizing these stages by improving efficiency, minimizing errors, and speeding up timelines. During preclinical testing, predictive software tools are used to model toxicological effects and …
Published in International Journal of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 11–19 Read article
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Cardiotoxicity Associated with Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors in Philadelphia Chromosome-Positive Leukemias: An Overview of Mechanisms, Clinical Implications, and Management Strategies
Abstract: Tyrosine kinase inhibitors have greatly enhanced the outlook for individuals diagnosed with Philadelphia chromosome-positive leukemias, including chronic myeloid leukemia and acute lymphoblastic leukemia. However, these therapeutic agents are associated with Cardiotoxicities and can manifest as left ventricular dysfunction, which may progress to heart failure, along with electrocardiographic abnormalities, dysrhythmias, hypertension, myocardial ischemia, and thromboembolic events. The unclear frequency of drug-induced cardiovascular complications, coupled with uncertainties regarding their reversibility and long-term …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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Safety of Ayurvedic Metal Origin Bhasma (Dhatu varga) through Acute Toxicity Studies: A Review
Abstract: Bhasma possess broad-spectrum therapeutic utility but are blamed due to frequently raising toxicity concerns. Although their safety has been evident with practice since ancient times, scientifically proven through toxicity studies, clinical safety, still comprehensive conclusive documentation is needed. Online published research articles on in vivo, oral single dose, acute toxicity studies on Bhasma of Dhatu Varga were searched through search engines and observations on behavioural, ponderal, autopsy, maximum tolerated dose …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 43–50 Read article
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Review of Nutraceuticals and Dietary Supplements in Toxicology
Abstract: This article explores the expanding role of dietary supplements and nutraceuticals in toxicology. Although they are widely consumed, there is little proof that using supplements or nutraceuticals can improve health in people who are eating a healthy diet. However, some of these products can be extremely toxic. Moreover, very few people tell their doctors they take supplements. Therefore, there is a high chance of negative drug-supplement interactions. An outline of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 17, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 08–17 Read article
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Production, Characterization and Toxicological Evaluation of Eco-Friendly Flavolipid Biosurfactant
Abstract: At present majority of surfactants are chemically synthesized. Nevertheless, in recent years, much attention has been directed towards biosurfactants due to their broad range of functional properties, there are cheaper as they can be produced from alternative sources. They have applications in the fields, such as: oil recovery process, as an additive in food processing industry, pharmaceuticals preparations, energy saving technologies etc. As they are being microbial derivatives, it is …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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AI-based Drug Discovery-Revolutionizing Pharmaceutical Research
Abstract: The traditional drug discovery process is often costly, time-consuming, and prone to high failure rates. The advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized this field by significantly enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving success rates. AI-driven approaches, including machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), and natural language processing (NLP), have transformed key areas such as drug target identification, molecular screening, lead optimization, and clinical trial design. AI models can analyze …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 30–44 Read article
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Protective Effects of Phyllanthus amarus and Sida acuta Extracts Against DoxorubicinInduced Toxicity in Chick Embryo Models
Abstract: Chemotherapy remains a cornerstone of cancer treatment, yet severe side effects, including cardiotoxicity often limit its clinical application. Doxorubicin, a widely used anticancer drug, is particularly associated with dose-dependent toxicities that impact the heart, liver, and kidneys. In search of complementary approaches to mitigate these adverse effects, this study evaluates the protective potential of hydro-alcoholic extracts from Phyllanthus amarus and Sida acuta, two medicinal plants with known antioxidant and anti-inflammatory …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 Read article