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Evaluation of Antibacterial Activity of Bryopsis pennata and Chaetomorpha antennina against Multidrug Resistant Morganella morganii and Salmonella species Isolated from Healthy Individuals

Folashade Agbaje-Daniels, Agape Babalola, Ifeoluwa Akintayo, Adeyemi Adeleye & Denzil Beukes · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2017

The problem of antibiotic resistance is fast becoming a pandemic which has necessitated the need for new drugs discovery. This study was carried out to screen two green algal species- Bryopsis pennata andChaetomorpha anteninna for antibacterial activity against multidrug resistan...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JPRI/2017/35924

Biological Activities of Nitro Steroids

Valery M. Dembitsky, Tatyana A. Gloriozova & Vladimir V. Poroikov · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2017

The present review describes the biological activities of synthetic nitro steroids. More than fifty biologically active nitro steroids showed an analeptic, antineoplastic, anesthetic, neuroprotector, immunosuppressant, dermatologic properties, and also show other biological activ...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JPRI/2017/36196

Molecular Typing of Brucella melitensis Isolated from Patients and Animals by Pulsed Field Gel Electrophoresis from Iran

Nasrin Bahmani, Mohammad Reza Arabestani, Seyed Hamid Hashemi, Abbas Farahani, Reza Mirnejad, Parviz Mohajeri, Manoochehr Karami & Mohammad Yousef Alikhani · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2017

Background: The Brucellosis is recognized as a significant public health problem, with major economic and financial burdens in countries where the disease remains endemic. The disease is one of the most important worldwide zoonosis affecting livestock and humans. The aim of the p...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JPRI/2017/34911

Effects of Fermented Soya Bean Supplements on Thyroid Profile and Serum Electrolytes of High Fat Diet-induced Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Rabbits

N. M. Sada, Y. Tanko, A. Mohammed, A. A. U. Dikko & A. Abdulrazak · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2017

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of fermented soya bean supplements on thyroid profile and serum electrolytes of high fat diet-induced type 2 diabetes in rabbits. Twenty rabbits weighing between 1 kg – 1.5 kg were used for the study. Diabetes was induced by feedi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JPRI/2017/35680

A Retrospective Analysis Regarding Comparative Efficacy and Safety of Hyper-CVAD and MEC Chemo-Protocols in Patients with Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia from Lahore, Pakistan

Mahrukh Yousaf, Usama Asif, Khurram Aamir, Inaam-ur-rehman ., Sehrish Haider, Afzaal Bashir, Furqan K. Hashmi, Mohamed Azmi Hassali & Zikria Saleem · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2017

Background: Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) is potentially curable disease of white blood cells (WBCs) especially granulocytes. Our objective was to evaluate comparative efficacy and safety of two chemotherapy protocols i.e. hyper-CVAD and MEC in patients with CML who were unr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JPRI/2017/35631

Are Depot Anti-psychotics Associated with Longer Persistence in Treatment Compared with Oral Antipsychotics among Patients with Schizophrenia?

Increase Ibukun Adeosun · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2017

Aim: Non-adherence with antipsychotics is associated with poor outcomes in patients with schizophrenia. It was anticipated that drop-out from treatment due to non-compliance with oral anti-psychotics could be abated with the use of depot antipsychotics. However previous studies a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JPRI/2017/35581

Adsorption of Amoxicillin Antibiotic from Pharmaceutical Wastewater by Activated Carbon Prepared from Azolla filiculoides

Davoud Balarak, Ferdos Kord Mostafapour, Hamideh Akbari & Ali Joghtaei · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2017

The Batch adsorption experiments were investigated for the adsorption of Amoxicillin (AMO) antibiotic on activated carbon prepared from Azolla filiculoides (ACAF). This study is influenced by different parameters such as ACAF dose, initial AMO dose and reaction time. The experime...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JPRI/2017/35607

Anti-hemorrhoid Evaluation of Selected Medicinal Plants Used in Bali North-East Nigeria for the Treatment of Hemorrhoids (Pile)

A. Ukwubile Cletus, Musa Y. Dibal, Troy S. Malgwi, M. Ibrahim Hadiza, Y. Abdulrahman Adama & U. S. Abubakar · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2017

A medicinal plant is any plant in which one or more of its organs contain substances that can be used for therapeutic purpose or which are precursors for the synthesis of useful drugs. In this research, six (6) selected plants were screened for antihemorrhoid activities in mice....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JPRI/2017/25433

Pharmacists’ Perspectives on Self-medication by Patrons of Community Pharmacies in Jos, Nigeria

Maxwell Longji Patrick Dapar, Benjamin Nasara Joseph, Augustine Christopher Pwul & Noel Nenman Wannang · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2017

Self-medication with prescription-only-medicine is an important driver of non-rational use of medicines which is highly prevalent in Nigeria, with implications on patients’ health outcomes. Although high accessibility to community pharmacies gives strategic advantage to the Pharm...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JPRI/2017/34945

Anti-inflammatory Activity and In silico Approaches on Root Extract of Decalepis hamiltonii Wight & Arn

Palanisamy Prakash & Rengarajan Manivasagaperumal · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2017

Aims: The present study was aimed to evaluate anti-inflammatory and antioxidant potential of methanol root extract of Decalepis hamiltonii. Results: The methanolic extract showed in vitro anti-inflammatory activity inhibition cells 96.1%µg/ml. MTT (3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JPRI/2017/32070

The Effects of Kolaviron on the Atherogenic Propensity of Nigeria Local Edible Oils in Male Wistar Rats

Olulola Olutoyin Oladapo, Oluwafemi Majeed Quadri, Kehinde Ojora & Rotimi Sunday Ajani · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2017

Background: Dyslipidemia is partly dependent on consumption of edible oils. We set out to determine the atherogenic effects of commonedible oils in Nigeria, in male Wistar rats and to find out if administration of oral kolaviron amelioratedthese effects. Methods: Forty-eight male...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JPRI/2017/35360

Regulatory Aspects of Omega Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids in Dietary Supplements

Valentina Petkova, Danka Obreshkova, Bozhidarka Hadzhieva & Stefka Ivanova · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2017

Background: Food additives are subject to certain regulatory requirements, as in some countries, the control is very strict, while in others there is almost no control. Some food supplements can affect existing diseases or interact with some medications, food and beverage, a fact...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JPRI/2017/35627

Outcome of Pharmacists Health Belief Perception and Knowledge of CVD Risk Factors Intervention among Rural Community Dwellers

David U. Adje, Azuka C. Oparah & Felicia E. Williams · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2017

Background: Cardiovascular risk factor reduction strategies are more likely to be successful if persons at risk have a good knowledge of the disease and a positive perception of adopting cardio protective behavior .The objectives of this study were to assess the impact of communi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JPRI/2017/35064

Kigelia africana Stem Bark, Fruit and Leaf Extracts Alleviate Benzene-induced Leukaemia in Rats

Akanni E. Olufemi, Olaniran I. Omotayo, Akinbo B. David, Iyiola Monjeed, Ogunlade Adebola, Sanni Bilikis & Adejumo Temitope · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2017

Aims: This study was aimed at evaluating the potential leukaemia chemotherapeutic activities of various extracts of Kigelia africana stem bark; fruit and leaf by using a benzene-induced model of leukaemia to validate its folkloric use. Evidences from African herbal medicine and t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JPRI/2017/34625

Archachatina marginata Haemolymph Potentiates Hypoglycemic Effect by Mimicking Insulin in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Rat

S. K. Adeboye, A. T. Ogundajo, O. O. Ajayi & O. M. Oluba · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2017

Aims: This study investigates the hypoglycemic potential of Archachatina marginata haemolymph and its mechanism in streptozotocin -induced diabetic rats. Study Design: One factor experimental design. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Chemical Sciences, Joseph Ayo Babalol...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JPRI/2017/33786