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Optimization of the Extraction of Total Flavonoids and Antioxidant Activity from Lippia multiflora Moldenke (Verbenaceae) Leaves using Experimental Design

Emmanuel N’Dri Koffi, Yeboue Koffi François Kouakou, Bleouh Yves Nyamien, Roland Kouadoueu Deli & Louise Atchibri Anin · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2021

The leaves of Lippia multiflora contain secondary metabolites including flavonoids which have an important antioxidant activity. This study aims to optimize the extraction conditions of total flavonoids and the antioxidant activity of these leaves. To achieve this, the Plackett-B...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2021/v23i830250

Effect of Pharmacist Home Visits on Weight Control in Overweight Elderly Hypertensive African American Patients: Managing Your Blood Pressure (My Bp) Program

Ivy O. Poon, Kimberly Pounds, Aisha Morris-Moultry & Terrica Jemerson · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2021

Objective: The objective was to investigate the effect of a home-based pharmacy intervention on body mass index (BMI) in a cohort of older hypertensive overweight African American (AA) patients.  Design: A secondary analysis of data collected in a community-based intervention stu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2021/v23i730249

Perceived Risks and Ramifications of the COVID-19 Pandemic by Community and Healthcare Providers in Nepal

Nilam Bhandari, Dikshya Maharjan, Muna Silwal, Damaru Prasad Paneru & Anant Nepal · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2021

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has inflicted real suffering in many parts of the world and is expected to impact different sectors. Lockdown is considered to be an effective measure in slowing the spread of coronavirus. The study expects to understand community and healthcare...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2021/v23i730246

Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Management of Stroke in Patients with COVID-19 Infection: A Review

Sidra Shahid Mubasher, Humera Batool, Emen Udo Kierian & Khatja Batool · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2021

In the current pandemic, it is imperative to comprehend and advance a search forward to explore the pathogenesis of stroke in COVID-19 infected patients. In this review, we have discussed the prevalence of stroke in COVID-19 infected patients and different risk factors associated...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2021/v23i730245

Effects of Xylopia aethiopica Pod Extract on Reproductive Hormones in Female Wistar Rats

C. G. Okonkwo, H. A. Ogbunugafor & A. A. Oladejo · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2021

Plants and their metabolites have been used in the treatment of various disease conditions from time immemorial. This study investigated the effect of hydro-ethanolic extract of pods of Xylopia aethiopica on reproductive hormone (follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing ho...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2021/v23i730244

Antioxidant Potentials of Aqueous and Ethanolic Extracts of Morus mesozygia Linn Stapf Twigs in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Rats

Marcella Tari Joshua, Edna O. Wachuku, N. Boisa & Nsirim Nduka · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2021

Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the antioxidant effects of aqueous, ethanolic and methanolic extracts of Morus mesozygia Linn. Stapf. Twigs in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Rats. Study Design: The study is an experimental case-controlled study. Place and Duration of St...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2021/v23i630243

Readiness for Drug Information Service Provision in Community Pharmacies in Akwa-Ibom State, Nigeria

Sunday Olajide Awofisayo, Imoh Emmanuel Udoh, Jessica Imeh Awofisayo & Matthew Ikhuoria Arhewoh · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2021

This study was aimed at assessing the readiness for drug information service (DIS) provision at community pharmacies in Akwa Ibom state using a cross sectional, observational study approach. A pretested, validated questionnaire was adapted for the study. A total of 187 premises w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2021/v23i630242

Inhibitory Effects of Azadirachta indica (Neem) and Bryophyllum pinnatum (Oda Opue) Leaves Extracts on Staphylococcus aureus Isolated from Infected Wound Samples

M. I. Izundu, C. O. Anyamene, E. A. Kyrian- Ogbonna, O. R. Umeh & I. U. Nwiyi · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2021

Aim: to study the antimicrobial effects of different leaves extracts of Azadirachta indica and Bryophyllum pinnatum on Staphylococcus aureus isolated from infected wound. Study Design: This study was done to determine inhibitory effects of extracts on S. aureus isolated from infe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2021/v23i630241

Anti-Ulcer Activities of Methanolic Extract of Musa Paradisiaca

Omoirri Moses Aziakpono, Chukwuemeka Charles Ofili, Mbata Uchenna Chisom, Uyovwiesevwa Ataihire Johnson, Olusola Ayobami John, Mbata Chinedu Sylvanus, Mba Ogbonnaya, Nwosu Gloria Chizoba & Orji Uchechukwu Harrison · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2021

Musa paradisiaca (plantain peel) is useful in prevention and control of numerous health problems in Ayurveda, an ancient system of medicine. The anti-ulcer activity and effects of varied dosages of its methanolic extract on gastrointestinal motility were investigated in this stud...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2021/v23i630240

Knowledge of Non-Communicable Diseases and Risk Factors among Final Year Students in a Tertiary Institution

A. K. Ghazali, F. A. Ayeni & D. E. Effiong · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2021

Background and Objective: Chronic or non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are rapidly emerging as leading causes of morbidity and premature mortalities globally, with greater effect  being felt in low and middle income nations. As poor health behaviours practised in youthful years ha...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2021/v23i630239

Assessment of Thyroid Hormone Levels in Diabetes Mellitus Subjects Resident in Port Harcourt Metropolis

T. Neebee–Sordum, D. G. Tamuno-Emine & D. Onwuli · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2021

Aim: The aim of this study was to assess thyroid hormone levels in among diabetics in Port- Harcourt  of Rivers State in Nigeria Study Design: This study is a cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: This study was conducted at Chemical Pathology Department, Rivers Sta...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2021/v23i530238

Differential Pressure, P_D, Capital Parameter in the Determination of Cardiac Health and Prominent Kinetic Indicator of Drugs in the Blood

A. B. Kunyima & P. L. Kunyima · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2021

Background: this work is a suite of previous articles where it has been demonstrated that if the differential pressure remains constant, it allows when it is multiplied by cardiac frequency to determine the volumic cardiac power (KUNYIMA equation). Also it has afforded to calcula...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2021/v23i530234

Some Heavy Metals Correlated Negatively with Total Antioxidant Capacity, Glutathione Peroxidase, Fructose, and Testosterone in Seminal Plasma of Oligospermic and Azoospermic Males

Edidiong Peter Umoinyang, Ibioku Elekima & Donatus Onwuli · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2021

Aim: The study aimed to investigate the relationship between some heavy metals and total antioxidant capacities, glutathione levels, fructose, and testosterone in seminal plasma of infertile azoospermic and oligospermic males in Akwa Ibom State of Nigeria. Study Design:  A cross-...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2021/v23i530235

Synthesis and Pharmacological Evaluation of Novel Benzimidazole Derivatives as Antiulcer and H+ K+ ATPase Inhibitor

Khan Farhan R. & Mohd. Saleemuddin Farooqui · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2021

Aims: To Synthesis the novel substituted benzimidazole derivatives and screened Pharmacologically as antiulcer and H+ K+ ATPase inhibitor. Study Design: Study design as series of substituted benzimidazole derivatives prepared by three different reaction scheme and further evaluat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2021/v23i530236