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Glioblastoma Multiforme: Molecular Biology and Updated Systematic Review on Natural Extract and Phytochemical Efficacy In-vitro

Andrea Cuschieri & Byron Baron · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is the most prevalent primary malignant central nervous system tumours (CNST). Current treatment consists of surgical resection and adjuvant chemoradiotherapy, the gold-standard agent being Temozolomide (TMZ). Despite optimal treatment, GBM has an ab...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v21i1427

Recent Updates in the Management of HIV Infection

Ravinandan A. P., Reya Merin Biju, G. Mohammed Mustafa & Hunsur Nagendra Vishwas · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a lethal disease caused by the dreaded pathogen, the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Fortunately, antiretroviral therapy (ART) distinctly reduces plasma viral load from the blood and thus mitigates HIV-associated morbidity and mort...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v21i1426

Ethnobotanical Survey of Medicinal Plants Used against Infertility in the Nyong and So’o Division (Cameroon) and Pro-fertilizing Activities of Mammea africana (Clusiaceae) Aqueous Extract Rats

Mengue Ngadena Yolande Sandrine, Foutse Yimta Liliane, Zang Christian Bico, Owona Pascal Emmanuel, Mbolang Nguegan Lohik, Bilanda Danielle Claude, Noubom Michel, Kouamouo Jonas, Kamtchouing Pierre & Dzeufiet Djomeni Paul Désiré · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Background: World-renowned as primary healthcare, traditional medicine often represents the only therapeutic resource for many communities with very low incomes, although it shows valuable benefits. The objective of this investigation was to evaluate the medicinal plants used to...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v21i1425

Flat Tummy Water Attenuates Lipid Profile and Serum Glucose of High-Fat Diet-Induced Obese Female Wistar Rats

Patrick Chinedu Alor & Bruno Chukwuemeka Chinko · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2022

Background: Flat tummy water (FTW) is an herbal tonic preparation made from cucumber (Cucumis sativus), lemon (Citrus limon), ginger (Zingerber officinale) and mint leaf (Mentha piperita) and is believed to be effective in the reduction of central/abdominal fat. While the potency...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2022/v20i4421

Effect of Exercise Program on Cancer Related Fatigue and Quality of Life among Patients Undergoing Cancer Treatment - Pilot Study (Part-2)

Shambhavi . & Diana Lobo · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2022

Background: Even after effective treatment, cancer-related fatigue (CRF) is the most prevalent and debilitating issue for cancer patients. Daily life, social interactions, reintegration, and general quality of life are all severely impacted by CRF. Aim: This study was done to det...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2022/v20i4422

Effect of Nursing Intervention on Emotional Intelligence, Self-esteem and Empathy of Nursing Students Undergoing Clinical Experience in Paediatric Units-Pilot Study (Part-2)

Patsey Sera Castelino & Theresa Leonilda Mendonca · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2022

Background: Nurses working in paediatric settings face a number of challenges. Nurses can be emotionally drained while they see their young patients suffer. Therefore, nurses need to be emotionally intelligent. Objectives: The effect of nursing intervention on emotional intellige...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2022/v20i4423

Evaluation of In vivo Toxicity and In vitro Antimicrobial Activities of Crude Ethanolic Stem Bark Extract of Anonidium mannii

Eugène Ékounè Kame, Edwige Laure Nguemfo, Xavier Siwe Noundou, Bienvenu Tsakem, Emmanuel Mpondo Mpondo, Bathelemy Ngameni, Jules Clement Assob Nguedia & Jean Emmanuel Mbosso Teinkela · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2022

Aims: This study aims to evaluate the in vivo acute and sub-acute toxicity; and the antimicrobial activity of Anonidium mannii stem bark ethanolic extract. Study Design: This is an experimental study. Location and Duration of the Study: The work was conducted from 15 November 202...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2022/v20i4424

Pulmonary Function Test of Fish Mongers in Port Harcourt Metropolis

Tamuno-Opubo, Abiye, Stanley, Rosemary Oluchi, Austin-Asomeji, Iyingiala, Bademosi Adetomi, Abiye George, Obiandu Chibuike & Idonibo, Iminabo Crowther · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2022

Aim: This study investigated the pulmonary function test of fish mongers in Port Harcourt metropolis. Study Design: Cross-sectional study Place and Time of Study: Port Harcourt, Rivers state, Nigeria. January 2021 – July 2021. Method: A comparative assessment of 100 subjects were...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2022/v20i4429

Effect of Yoga on Management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS): A Systematic Review

Divya Singh, Kautuk Kishore Chaturvedi, Shalini Singh & S. Lakshmi Kandan · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2022

Background: Nowadays, the polycystic ovarian syndrome is a widespread condition that affects women at their reproductive age. Women are considered to have significantly elevated amounts of insulin resistance, obesity, and higher levels of androgens within the part of the body wit...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2022/v20i4420

A Mapping of Diabetes Amelioration Potency of Catharanthus roseus in Alloxan Induced Wistar Albino Rat, under the Light of Geographical Variation Based Contrast

Ismat Ara Chowdhury Koly, Isratul Jannat Mim, Farhana Yesmin Peya, Tasnia Rahman, Redwanul Haque, Md. Rafat Tahsin, Ishrat Jahan, Fahima Aktar, Tahmina Aktar, Jakir Ahmed Chowdhury, Shaila Kabir, Abu Asad Chowdhury & Md. Shah Amran · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2022

Context: There are many medicinal plants that are utilized in traditional remedies to treat diabetes because diabetes mellitus (DM) is a significant metabolic condition. One of these is the pharmacological herb Catharanthus roseus. In the herbal medicine system, the plant has bee...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2022/v20i3417

Phytochemical and Biological Investigation of the Leaves of Tridax procumbens

Tirtha Nandi, Md. Iqbal Hossain Nayan & Maida Huda Nisha · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2022

Aims: Because of various traditional uses of Tridax procumbens leaves, the authors choose the plant for investigating the numerous biological activities. The main objective for this study is to search antioxidant activity, hypoglycemic activity and antibacterial activities with i...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2022/v20i3418

Synergism of Azadirachta indica Seed and Nigella sativa on Plasmodium falciparum: Study on Wistar Rats

M. M. Adamu, A. B. Samaila, M. R. Sahal & A. S. Bala · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2022

Aim: This study was carried out to determine the Phytochemical contents of Azadirachta indica seed and Nigella. sativa and their synergistic therapeutic effect on indices of clinical importance in malaria-induced male wistar rats. Study Design: The animals that were used for this...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2022/v20i3419

Evaluation of Antidiarrheal Activity of Aqueous Extract of Cucurbita moschata (Pumpkin) Leaf in Castor Oil Induced Diarrhea Wistar Rats

Maryam Usman Ahmed, Isaac John Umaru, Abraham Henry Haruna & Diowato Titus · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2022

Background: Diarrhea is one of the major health problems in developing countries leading to mortality and morbidity among children under 5 years of age. This study evaluated the antidiarrheal activities of Cucurbita moschata on castor oil-induced diarrheal wistar rats. Methods: T...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2022/v20i3416

An Integrated Approach of Yoga and Ayurveda in Cancer Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review

Suchitra Doddoli, Gururaj Doddoli & Smita Lokhande · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2022

Aims: In this comprehensive evaluation of literature, body-mind practices of Yoga and Ayurveda during cancer rehabilitation are summarized. Methodology: Through a methodical searching of PubMed, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science, and Allied Health Plus with a timescale of January 20...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2022/v20i3415

Histopathological and Haematological Changes Observed in Adult Wistar Rats Administered with Momordica charantia (Bitter Melon) Aqueous Leaf Extract

Benard A. Solomon & Frederick O. Akinbo · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2022

This research work was carried out to investigate the effect of the aqueous leaf extract of Momordica charantia on some hematological parameters and ovaries of adult Wistar rats.  Twenty five adult Wistar rats were grouped in to five  (Control and A,B,C,D) and fed with saline, 10...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2022/v20i2413