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Anthony U. Megwas

Publications (5)

Common Household Insecticides Used in Nigeria Induced Oxidative Stress in Wistar Rats

Augustine I. Airaodion, Kenneth O. Ngwogu, Ada C. Ngwogu, Anthony U. Megwas, John A. Ekenjoku & Olaide O. Awosanya · Asian Journal of Immunology · 2020

Background: The use of household insecticides for the eradication of insects especially mosquitoes in Nigeria is increasing. These insecticides are used without consideration of their adverse effect on human health. Aim: This study is therefore sought to investigate the effect of...

Open access Research Article

Antibacterial Potential of Ethanolic and Aqueous Extracts of Carica papaya Leaves

Augustine I. Airaodion, John A. Ekenjoku, Ime U. Akaninyene & Anthony U. Megwas · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2020

Background: The search for newer sources of antibiotics is a global challenge pre-occupying research institutions, pharmaceutical companies and academia, since many infectious agents are becoming resistant to synthetic drugs. Aim: This present study sought to investigate the anti...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v3i330088

Pharmacotherapeutic Activity of Allium sativum (Garlic) Bulb against Gram-positive and Gram-negative Bacteria

A. I. Airaodion, Ada C. Ngwogu, Kenneth O. Ngwogu, John A. Ekenjoku & Anthony U. Megwas · Asian Journal of Research in Infectious Diseases · 2020

Background: Emergence of methicillin drug resistance is evident and has become a global challenge. Seeking for alternative antibiotics that are new, natural, plant based, cost effective and less toxic is the recent task for global health. Aim: This study is aimed at assessing the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrid/2020/v3i330128

Velvet Tamarind (Dialium guineense Wild) Fruit is Potent against Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Bacteria

Augustine I. Airaodion, Simeon O. Oluba, Ayodeji A. Adedeji, Sunday A. Emaleku, Ojo J. Osunmuyiwa, Anthony U. Megwas & Emmanuel B. Ayita · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

Background: Velvet tamarind has become notable for its nutritional composition. Its conjointly been legendary to contain phytochemicals and pharmaceutical agents. Aim: This study was designed to examine the bactericide activity of velvet tamarind fruit. Methodology: Nutrient agar...

Open access Research Article

Chemical Composition and Nutraceutical Potential of Velvet Tamarind (Dialium guineense wild) Fruit Pulp

Augustine I. Airaodion, Emmanuel B. Ayita, Simeon O. Oluba, Sunday A. Emaleku, Ojo J. Osunmuyiwa & Anthony U. Megwas · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2021

Background: Fruits are known as excellent source of mineral and vitamins and may be used to increase rural population food quality. Consuming fruits and vegetables may usually aid in the prevention of chronic and degenerative diseases. Aim: This study was designed to evaluate the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2021/v9i230211