Cover: Journal of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapeutics
Journal of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapeutics
Volume 14, Issue 2
2023 · pp. 93–162 · 7 articles
- Volume
- 14
- Issue
- 2
- Published
- 2023
- Pages
- 93–162
- Articles
- 7
- Sections
- 3
- ISSN
- Print - 0976-500X, Online - 0976-5018
- Journal
- JPP
In this issue
Review Article
- Review
Rationalization of Antibiotic Prescription: Modulation of the Gut Microbiome and Possibilities of Minimizing the Risks for the Development of Antibiotic Resistance—A Narrative Review
Ashok Kumar, Aman Shukla, Pottathil Shinu, Bijo Mathew, Shashank Kailkhura, Pranjal Pratap Singh, Anroop B. Nair
pp. 93–106 · DOI: 10.1177/0976500X231189341 · Published 2023
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a serious global health issue, and it is greatly influenced by the gut flora. The rationalization of antimicrobial doses in clinical studies is crucial for preventing AMR. This review an…
- Review
Dengue Virus: Molecular Biology and Recent Developments in Control Strategies, Prevention, Management, and Therapeutics
Almonther Abdullah Hershan
pp. 107–124 · DOI: 10.1177/0976500X231204401 · Published 2023
Dengue is a viral infection caused by one of four serotypes of dengue virus (DENV), which is responsible for causing potentially life-threatening disease and substantial public health as well as economic burden worldwide…
Research Article
- Article
Allelic Variants in the Warfarin-related Genes VKORC1 and CYP2C9 in a Western Saudi Population
Amina M. Bagher, Wedyan S. Alharbi, Lamees S. Gadi, Lenah S. Binmahfouz, Rawan H Hareeri
pp. 125–132 · DOI: 10.1177/0976500X231189351 · Published 2023
Objectives: To investigate the allele and genotype frequencies of the warfarin-related genes VKORC1 (-1639G>A), CYP2C9*2, and CYP2C9*3 among healthy Saudis. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study involved 125 …
- Article
Quercetin Exerts a Protective Effect on Ischemic Stroke-induced Memory Deficits in Mice
Chrismawan Ardianto, Dewi Lestari, Luthfia Hany Primadani, Dwi Retno Puspitasari, I Nengah Budi Sumartha, Khoirotin Nisak, Aniek Setiya Budiatin, Dewi Wara Shinta, Mareta Rindang Andarsari, Farida Ifadotunnikmah, Amar Daud Iskandar Abdullah, Mahardian Rahmadi, Junaidi Khotib
pp. 133–141 · DOI: 10.1177/0976500X231189343 · Published 2023
Objectives: Brain injury resulting from an ischemic stroke affects cognitive performance by disrupting the hippocampus. Several processes are involved in brain injury progression, including inflammation, glutamate excito…
- Article
N-Acetyl-l-Cysteine Ameliorations Renal Function Early After Renal Ischemia and Reperfusion; it is not Protective over a Long Term under a High-Sodium Diet in Rats
Rafael Canavel Pereira, Carolina Martinez Romão, Beatriz Santos Geoffroy Corrêa, Wagner Vasques Dominguez, Luzia Naôko Shinohara Furukawa
pp. 142–152 · DOI: 10.1177/0976500X231189327 · Published 2023
Objectives: To evaluate the early and late effects of N-acetyl-l-cysteine (NAC) treatment on renal ischemia and reperfusion (I/R) insult in adult Wistar rats influenced by chronic high sodium (HS) intake. Materials and M…
- Article
Pediatric Antimicrobial Usage in a Secondary Care Hospital in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
Sarah Dawood, Yasmin Sharifian, Masah Mardini, Duaa Jawhar, Laxminarayana Kurady Bairy, Suresh Kumar Srinivasamurthy
pp. 153–159 · DOI: 10.1177/0976500X231203845 · Published 2023
Objectives: To assess the pattern of antimicrobial use among pediatric inpatients in a secondary care hospital in the United Arab Emirates. Materials and Methods: The prospective study was conducted based on the electron…
Letter to the Editor
- Article
The Science of Antioxidants: Balancing the Pros and Cons for Our Health
Mueen Ahmed K. K.
pp. 160–162 · DOI: 10.1177/0976500X231182792 · Published 2023
Free radicals are highly reactive molecules that can cause damage to cells, tissues, and organs within the body. These unstable molecules are generated through normal metabolic processes in the body but can also be produ…