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113 articles for “ethanolic extract”
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Antisteroidogenic Activity of Ethanol Extract of Andrographis paniculata in Female Rats
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 In the present study, the antisteroidogenic activity of the ethanolic extract of Andrographis paniculata leaf was investigated in female albino rats. The ethanolic extract-treated rats showed an alteration in the estrous cycle pattern when administered orally with the drug for 15 days. They exhibited a prolonged length of estrous cycle with significant increase in the proestrous and destroys stages compared with …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2011 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Phytochemical Screening, Proximate Analysis and Acute Toxicity Study of Ethanolic Extract of Launaea taraxacifolia on Visceral Organs of Albino Rats
Abstract: Despite increase in the acceptance of herbs for the treatment of certain diseases, there are limited information on the effectiveness, safety and toxicity of herbs. In this study, proximate analysis, phytochemical screening and acute toxicity studies on the herbal recipe, Launaea taraxacifolia were carried out. Constituents of Launaea taraxacifolia were extracted using ethanol. Phytochemical screening and proximate analysis were carried out on the extract. Fifteen (15) albino rats, divided into …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Anti-Ulcer Activity of Ethanolic Extract of Sesamum indicum Seed on Indomethacin-Induced Ulcer Model and Its Antioxidant Property in Gastro-Protection
Abstract: The present study was intended to investigate and evaluate the antiulcer activity of the ethanol seed extract of Sesamum indicum Linn. using Indomethacin Induced Ulcer in Albino rats and to determine its link between oxidant or antioxidant parameter. The extract of Seamum indicum Linn. was tested on indomethacin induced gastric ulcer in Albino rats. The antiulcer activity of high dose (400 mg/kg) and low dose (200 mg/kg) of ethanolic extract …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 18–25 Read article
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Comparison between Methanolic and Ethanolic Extract of Calendula offcinalis (Antimicrobial agent) against Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Bacteria
Abstract: The aim of the present study was to determine the antimicrobial study of methanolic and ethanolic extracts of marigold/zendu (Marathi) (Calendula officinalis linn.) petals against gram-positive and gram-negative pathogens. The antimicrobial study of C. officinalis extracts has been evaluated by disc diffusion method against number of bacteria and methanolic extract of C. officinalis exhibited better antibacterial activity against most of the bacteria tested, than ethanolic extract. Both methanol and ethanol …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 22–25 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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Potentials of Carrot (Daucus carota) and Cocoyam (Colocasia esculenta) Peels as Suitable Mycological Culture Media
Abstract: Potentials of carrot (Daucus carota) and cocoyam (Colocasia esculenta) peels as suitable mycological culture media was investigated in the present study. The method employed for proximate composition involved the spectrophotometric, oven drying and furnace drying method. Standard methods of isolation, characterization, growth rate and antifungal activities were employed. The result revealed that both carrot and cocoyam peels were rich in carbohydrates, protein, ash, moisture and crude fiber contents.The growth of …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 6–13 Read article
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Pylorus Ligation Induced Gastric Ulcer Protection by Sesamum Indicum Ethanolic Seed Extract
Abstract: The present study was performed in pylorus ligation induced ulcer model in Wister rats, in which ability to provide gastric protection was studied at two different doses 200 and 400 mg/kg calculated based on the acute toxicity study. Gastric protection was evaluated by assessing various parameters like gastric volume, pH, total acidity, free acidity, ulcer index and percentage inhibition of ulceration. Ranitidine at 50 mg/kg was used as the standard …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 42–49 Read article
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Effects of High Dose of Ethanolic Extract of Luffa cylindrica on Rat Uterus
Abstract: The objective of the present study was to investigate the various aspects of uterus and uterine histology in cyclic female albino rats to gain insights into the possible mechanism of antifertility effect of the ethanolic extract of Luffa cylindrica. High dose level (0.5 mg/ml) of ethanoloic leaf extract of Luffa cylindrica was administered to determine the effect of the extract on uterine histology of female albino rats. The high dose …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 20–28 Read article
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Up-Regulation of TNF-α by Ethanol Extract of Moringa Oleifera in Benzene-Induced Leukemic Wister Rat: A Possible Mechanism of Anticancer Property
Abstract: Ethanol extract of Monringa oleifera (EMO) has been shown to possess anti-cancer properties in animal models. The mechanisms of action of its anticancer properties have not been fully demonstrated. We induced leukemia in two groups of seven rats each by intravenous injection of benzene chromasolv solution (0.2 mL) 48 hourly for 4 weeks. EMO (0.2 ml of 100 mg/mL) was administered orally by gavage, after leukemia induction, daily for 4 …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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Preparation of Oral Gels Containing Ethanolic Extract of anacardiumoccidentale L and Characterization
Abstract: The anti-microbial activity of gel containing Anacardiumoccidentale L. leaf extract was investigated. A total of four formulations (ST1–ST4) and a control (without leaf extract) were prepared. All the formulations were evaluated for physical appearance and physical properties of gel like pH, viscosity, spreadability and extrudability. The results of all the physical parameters of the gel were found to be within the limits. All the four formulations including control were evaluated …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 16–20 Read article
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Bioactive Compounds in Ethanolic Extract of Strychnos innocua Root Using Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)
Abstract: Medicinal plants are of great relevance with endless pharmaceutical and therapeutic properties. They are source of wide array of secondary metabolites or bioactive compounds/phytochemicals (phenols, alkaloids, flavonoids, terpenoids, tannins, steroids and saponins) which can discharge numerous biological functions (antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiviral, antifungal, anti-fibrotic, immune-modulatory, cytotoxic, antipyretic, antitumor, antihelminthic, antiprotozoal, antibacterial, and so on). The use of gas chromatography and mass spectrometry analysis in identifying the bioactive compounds in the ethanolic …
Published in International Journal of Biochemistry and Biomolecule Research · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Ethanolic Extract of Hemigraphis Colorata Leaves: Extraction, Phytochemical Screening, and in Vitro Evaluation of Antiulcer Activity
Abstract: This study aims to extract the phytochemical constituents and in-vitro evaluation of antiulcer activity of Hemigraphis colorata (Acanthaceae) Commonly known as red flameivy, belongs to the family Acanthaceae. Used to advance pee, checkhemorrhage, stopdysentery, treat veneral sicknesses and to recuperate hemorrhoids. Preliminary phytochemical screening revealed the presence of the leaves contain flavonoids, polyphenols, tannins, high potassium and low sodium levels; stem contains saponins and tannins, roots contain flavonoids and polyphenols. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Evaluation of Anti-ulcer Activity of Ethanolic Extract of Salacia fruticosa and Oldenlandia Umbellata
Abstract: In this present study the aerial and root parts of Salacia fruticosa and the entire herb of Oldenlandia umbellate were evaluated for its anti-ulcer property in Aspirin induced ulcer model and Pylorus ligation assays. Both plant materials were extracted with ethanol and given at the dose level of 200mg/kg orally after the LD50 studies to fix the dose. Ulcer index, free acidity and total acidity in pylorus ligated and aspirin …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Cream from Ethanolic Extract of Panfuti (Bryophyllum pinnatum) Leaves
Abstract: Bryophyllum pinnatum, commonly referred to as the "miracle leaf" or "life plant," is a succulent medicinal plant widely valued in traditional medicine. It is well known for its broad range of pharmacological activities, including wound-healing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, making it an important species in natural and herbal therapeutics. This study aimed to formulate a topical cream incorporating Bryophyllum pinnatum extract and evaluate its physicochemical properties, stability, and potential for …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Evaluation of the anti diabetic effects of ethanolic root extract from polyalthania longifora in diabetic rats induced by streptozotin and nicotinamide with considaertion of toxocological aspects
Abstract: The root of Polialthia Longifolia was selected for the evaluation of antidiabetic potential in STZ-nicotinamide induced diabetic rat model.The root extract was extracted by hot percolation using ethanol as a solvent in soxhlet apparatus and the preliminary phytochemical screening was performed and it shows that the ethanolic root extract of Polialthia Longifolia contains alkaloids, glycosides, flavonoids and tannins. Safety profile is essential for the drugs obtained from the plant origin. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 37–50 Read article
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Inhibition of Ehrlich Ascites Carcinoma by Crotalaria verrucosa L. Leaf in Swiss Albino Mice
Abstract: Objective: The objective of the present study was to evaluate the antitumor activity of Crotalaria verrucosa L. leaf against Ehrlich ascites carcinoma (EAC) in Swiss albino mice. Methods: The in vivo antitumour activity of the ethanol extract of leaf of C. verrucosa L. (ELCV) was evaluated at 50, 100 and 200 mg/kg bw against EAC, using mean survival time. After administration of the extract of C. verrucosa, viable EAC cell …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Antimicrobial Activity of Alcoholic and Aqueous Extracts of Tinospora cordifolia
Abstract: 1024x768 Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;} The success of chemotherapy lies in the continuous search for new drugs to counter the challenge posed by resistant strains. Ethanolic and aqueous extracts of plant Tinospora …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Effect of Bacteria on Crude Oil Degradation in Loamy and Clay Soil for Water and Ethanol Biostimulant Extraction from Bryophylum pinnatum Leaf
Abstract: The effect of bacteria on crude oil degradation in loamy and clay soil for water and ethanol biostimulant extraction from Bryophylum pinnatum leaf was investigated to ascertain the potential of the bacteria counts in the bioreactors sampled. At the progressive phase, the bacteria counts were more with bioreactors induced with ethanol solvent extract as the volume of the dosage increases compared to the bioreactors induced with the water extract. The …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Immunomodulatory Activity of Alcoholic Extract of Onosma bracteatum in Mice
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;} The primary objective behind present study was to investigate the immunomodulatory potential of the ethanolic extract of Onosma bracteatum on cellular and humoral immunity. The ethanolic extract …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 25–29 Read article
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Ethanolic Root Extract of Jatropha curcas L. Relieves Muscle Pain in Rats
Abstract: The roots of Jatropha curcas are used traditionally to treat pain. The present study evaluated the analgesic property of ethanolic extract of Jatropha curcas (JAT) in acute and chronic muscle pain models. Acute muscle hyperalgesia was induced by injecting 3% carrageenan into the gastrocnemius muscles of rats. Twelve hours after the injection, baseline muscle hyperalgesia was measured and the rats were then treated orally with 30, 100 and 300 mg/kg/day …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 5–10 Read article