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Comparative Evaluation of the Larvicidal Properties of Methanol Extracts and Fractions of Ocimum gratissimum L. and Ocimum basilicum L. Leaves (Lamiaceae) on the Fourth Instar Larvae of Culex quinquefasciatus L. and Control of Filariasis

Romanus A. Umoh, Imoh I. Johnny, Anwanabasi E. Udoh, Akwaowoh A. Elijah, Omodot T. Umoh & Lovina E. Essiet · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

Background: Botanical insecticides may serve as suitable alternatives to synthetic insecticides because they contain bioactive chemicals. They are relatively safe, biodegradable and readily available in many areas of the world. Objective: The aim of this study is to comparatively...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v11i330187

Application of Platelet Rich Fibrin, Platelet Rich Plasma, Plasma Rich Growth Factors in Different Fields of Dentistry: An Overview

Geetanjali Singh, Bhawna Kumari, Harangad Singh Grover, Akriti Mahajan, Farhat Jabeen & Ajay Kumar · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

A huge number of studies have demonstrated that platelet-rich preparations applied to surgical sites, injuries, or wounds are effective way to promote soft tissue healing and bone growth. The potential use of  platelet rich preparations like Platelet - rich plasma and Platelet -...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v11i330186

Antioxidant activities of Dichrostachys cinerea (L.) Wight et Arn (Leguminosae): Correlations between the Polyphenol Level and the Antioxidant Activity

Reine Raïssa Rolande Aworet Samseny, Line-Edwige Mengome & Sophie Aboughe Angone · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

Aims: Free radicals are involved in many diseases. Antioxidants help control them. The overproduction of free radicals or reduction of natural antioxidants promotes the destruction of cells in our body, for example in neurodegenerative diseases. The aim of our study is to evaluat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v11i330185

Phytopharmacognostic Standardization of the Leaves of Buchholzia coriacea Engler. (Capparidaceae)

Romanus A. Umoh, Uwemedimo F. Umoh, Imoh I. Johnny, Anwanabasi E. Udoh, Victor U. Anah, Omodot T. Umoh, Akwaowoh A. Elijah & Ndifreke S. Essienutin · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

Buchholzia coriacea Engl. is a medicinal plant belonging to the family Capparidaceae. It has antimicrobial, anthelmintic, antidiabetic and antihypercholesterol activities.  The aim of this study was to employ the quality control parameters in the evaluation of the leaf of B. cori...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v11i230183

Antiproliferative Activity of Ethanol Extract of Boswellia dalzielii (Hutch) Stem Bark in Breast Cancer Cell Line

A. P. Otitoju, I. Y. Longdet, T. E. Alemika & V. P. Gota · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

Aim and Objectives: The present study aimed to examine the antiproliferative activity of ethanol extract derived from the Boswellia dalzielii stem bark in breast carcinoma. Methodology: Ethanolic extract of stem bark of Boswellia dalzielii were prepared. Antiproliferative activit...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v11i230180

Evaluation of Nephrotoxic and Hepatotoxic Potential of Artesunate in Malaria Patients

Ugonna D. Nwankpa, Henry N. Ogbonna, Chinedu E. Udekwu & Chibuzo V. Nwokafor · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

Aim: To evaluate the nephrotoxic and hepatotoxic potentials of artesunate in humans. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Biochemistry, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State, Nigeria, between November and December 2019. Methodology: 70 blood samples...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v11i230181

Effectiveness of Aromatherapy on Menstrual Distress among Adolescent Girls

P. Thenmozhi & K. Bhuvaneshwari · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

Aim: To determine the effectiveness of Aromatherapy on menstrual distress among young adolescent girls with primary dysmenorrhea. Study Design: Quantitative approach with Pre-experimental research design. Place and Duration of Study: Saveetha College of Nursing, Saveetha Institut...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v11i230182

Phytopharmceutical Standardization of Leaves of Jatropha tanjorensis J. L. Ellis & Saroja. (Euphorbiaceae)

Romanus A. Umoh, Uwemedimo F. Umoh, Imoh I. Johnny, Omodot T. Umoh, Victor U. Anah, Anwanabasi E. Udoh, Akwaowoh A. Elijah & Blessing E. Andrew · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

Jatropha tanjorensis J.L. Ellis & Saroja. (Euphorbiaceae) is a shrub commonly used as an edible vegetable and is also used as a tonic herb. The study was aimed to evaluate pharmacognostic parameters of Jatropha tanjorensis leaves. The plant leaves were collected, air-dried, p...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v11i230179

Evaluation of Anti-diabetic, Hepatoprotective and Antilipidemic Potentials of Syzygium aromaticum (Clove) on Albino Rats

Joshua F. Sammy, Davies G. Tamuno- Emine & Edna O. Nwachuku · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate the anti-diabetic, hepatorenoprotective and antilipidemic potentials of Syzygium aromaticum (clove) in albino rats. Study Design: This study is a non-randomized experimental study. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Medical Labo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v11i130178

A Study of Three Cases of Removing Warts Using Medorrhinum and Natrum Muriaticum in Combination

Nazmul Hasan, Nazmul Ahsan & Anwarul Azim Akhand · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

Warts are the results of human papillomavirus infection on the skin. Warts usually occur on the humans’ hands, feet, and also in other locations of the body. We report here a study of three warts cases treated with homeopathic medicines. Two medicines (Medorrhinum and Natrum muri...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v11i130177

Evaluation of Antidiabetic Potentials of Morus mesozygia Linn. Stapf., Leaf Extracts in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Rats

Marcella Tari Joshua, Edna O. Wachuku, N. Boisa & Nsirim Nduka · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

Aim: The aim of this study therefore was to evaluate the antidiabetic potentials of Morus mesozygia Linn. Stapf., Leaf extrcts in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Rats. Study Design:  The study is an experimental case-controlled study. Place and Duration of Study: This study was c...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v11i130176

Neurometry Applied to Three Points Used for Positive Impulse in Auriculotherapy

Lirane Carneiro Suliano, Regeane de Pol Kaniak, Sandra Silvério- Lopes & Maria Lucia S. G. Jorge · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

The auricular acupuncture is the therapeutic applied in the microsystem of outer ear. In this area, the local innervations stimulate the brain regions resulting in diagnostic and treatment system. There are three auricular acupuncture points used together as positive impulse to t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v11i130174

Possible Effect of Aromatic Plants and Essential Oils against COVID-19: Review of Their Antiviral Activity

Damien S. T. Tshibangu, Aristote Matondo, Emmanuel M. Lengbiye, Clément L. Inkoto, Etienne M. Ngoyi, Carlos N. Kabengele, Gédéon N. Bongo, Benjamin Z. Gbolo, Jason T. Kilembe, Domaine T. Mwanangombo, Clément M. Mbadiko, Shetonde O. Mihigo, Dorothée D. Tshilanda, Koto-Te-Nyiwa Ngbolua & Pius T. Mpiana · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

Aim: Till now, no specific treatment is available for COVID-19. This work is carried out with the aim of verifying in the literature the antiviral properties of aromatic plants and essential oils that can justify their use against the causative agent of COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2. Meth...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v11i130175

Effect of an Educational Intervention about Herbal Medicine on the Knowledge of Physicians and Pharmacists

Ede Tyrell, Karishma Jeeboo, Jewel Edmonson- Carter, Troy Thomas & Rajini Kurup · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

Aims: To evaluate the effect of a video educational intervention, on the knowledge of physicians and pharmacists with respect to their awareness of the difference between local bush medicines (bush) and imported herbal medicines (herb); and, their uses, side effects, contraindica...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v10i430173

Ameliorative Effect of Administering Avocado (Persea americana) Leaf Extract on Lead Acetate Toxicity in the Brain-cerebellum of Albino Rats

Ubi Essien Isaac · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

Aim: To investigate whether the aqueous extract of avocado leaves can be used in alternative medicine for the remediation or treatment of lead poisoning in the brain. Study Design: Pure Experiment, using animal models. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Anatomy, College o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v10i430171