Nigella sativa
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Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic Studies of Black Seed Derived Compound
Abstract: Black seed (Nigella sativa) has been celebrated for centuries for its remarkable therapeutic properties. Among its bioactive compounds, thymoquinone (TQ) has gained significant attention in pharmacological research due to its diverse health benefits. This review delves into the pharmacokinetic (PK) and pharmacodynamic (PD) properties of black seed compounds, with a particular emphasis on TQ, the most extensively studied component. The PK of TQ includes the parameters of absorption, distribution, metabolism, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 36–43 Read article
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Molecular Docking of Nigella Sativa Phytocompound as Inhibitors of Transcription Factors NF-KB Implicated in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Abstract: Objectives: Nigella sativa, a plant considered around the world as the most treasured nutrient-rich herb for centuries together in different civilizations, is exceptionally known for its high levels of antioxidant properties. Free radical intensification due to oxidative stress plays a key role in the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis by activating the NF-KB protein that regulates the expression of the genes involved in inflammation. Methods: This study involves in-silico approach to …
Published in International Journal of Molecular Biotechnological Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 42–55 Read article