Volume 13, Issue 50S

11 July 2017 · pp. 0–300 · 32 articles

Volume: 13
Issue: 50S
Published: 11 July 2017
Pages: 0–300
Articles: 32
Sections: 2
ISSN: Print - 0973-1296, Online - 0976-4062
Journal: PM

ORIGINAL ARTICLE Original Article

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Chemopreventive and Antioxidant Effect of Polyphenol Free Spirulina maxima and Its Hydrolyzed Protein Content: Investigation on Azoxymethane Treated Mice
Nikte Y. Martínez-Palma, Gloria Dávila-Ortiz, Cristian Jiménez-Martínez, Eduardo Madrigal-Bujaidar, Isela Álvarez-González
pp. S164–9 · DOI: 10.4103/0973-1296.210197 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Spirulina maxima (Sm) is known to have nutritive value as well as a number of potentially useful biomedical properties. Objectives: The initial purpose of this report was to evaluate the inhibitory effect of …
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Isolation of Abscisic Acid from Korean Acacia Honey with Anti-Helicobacter pylori Activity
SeGun Kim, InPyo Hong, SoonOk Woo, HyeRi Jang, SokCheon Pak, SangMi Han
pp. S170–3 · DOI: 10.4103/0973-1296.210166 · Published 7 November 2017
Background: Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is linked to the development of the majority of peptic ulcers and some types of gastric cancers, and its antibiotic resistance is currently found worldwide. Objective: This stu…
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Anti-inflammatory Potential of Petiveria alliacea on Activated RAW264.7 Murine Macrophages
Rosa Martha Perez Gutierrez, Carlos Hoyo-Vadillo
pp. S174–8 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_479_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Defense and protection to multiple harmful stimuli are the inflammation, when is self‑amplified and uncontrolled is the basis of the pathogenesis of a wide variety of inflammatory illness. The aim of this stu…
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Screening of Fruits of Seven Plants Indicated for Medicinal Use in Iraq
Omar Aldulaimi
pp. S189–S195 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_503_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Introduction: Coumarins exert many biological effects in humans, animals, and plants, which make the evaluation of their biological activities and study of their role in ethnomedicine highly valued. Objectives: Here, we …
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Characterization, Antibacterial and Antioxidant Properties of Silver Nanoparticles Synthesized from Aqueous Extracts of Allium sativum, Zingiber officinale, and Capsicum frutescens
Gloria Aderonke Otunola, Anthony Jide Afolayan, Emmanuel Olusegun Ajayi, Samuel Wale Odeyemi
pp. S201–S208 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_430_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Herbal drug delivery is limited by poor solubility and bioavailability which can be overcome with suitable nanomaterials that will enhance their pharmacokinetics and performance. Objective: This study aimed t…
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Resolving Identification Issues of Saraca asoca from Its Adulterant and Commercial Samples Using Phytochemical Markers
Satisha Hegde, Harsha Vasudev Hegde, Sunil Satyappa Jalalpure, Malleswara Rao Peram, Sandeep Ramachandra Pai, Subarna Roy
pp. S266–72 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_417_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Saraca asoca (Roxb.) De Wilde (Ashoka) is a highly valued endangered medicinal tree species from Western Ghats of India. Besides treating cardiac and circulatory problems, S. asoca provides immense relief in gynecologica…
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Evaluation of the Antidiabetic Properties of S‑1708 Mulberry Variety
Brijesh Ranjan, Randhir Kumar, Neeraj Verma, Swati Mittal, Pranab Lal Pakrasi, R. Venkatesh Kumar
pp. S280–8 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_490_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Diabetes is a metabolic disease prevalent worldwide in all age group of people. The source of diabetes is due to an oxidation process that can produce free radicals. An increase in oxidative free radicals in …
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Antiproliferative Activity of Haematoxylum brasiletto H. Karst
J J, M M, JL JL, LP LP, M M, C C, E E, RE RE
pp. S289–93 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_466_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Haematoxylum brasiletto is a tree that grows in Central America, commonly known as “Palo de Brasil,” which is used in the traditional medicine for the treatment of cancer and gastric ulcers. Objective: The ai…
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Hepatoprotective Effect of Gallotannin‑enriched Extract Isolated from Gall on Hydrogen Peroxide‑induced Cytotoxicity in HepG2 Cells
Jun Go, Ji Eun Kim, Eun Kyoung Koh, Sung Hwa Song, Hyun Gu Kang, Young Hee Lee, Han Do Kim, Jin Tae Hong, Dae Youn Hwang
pp. S294–300 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_424_15 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Gall (Galla Rhois [GR]) is known to have antibacterial, anti‑inflammatory, antimetastatic, and anti‑invasion activities and exert hepatoprotective effects. However, the hepatoprotective effects of gallotannin…
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Genistein-attenuated Gastric Injury on Indomethacin-induced Gastropathy in Rats
Sarocha Vivatvakin, Duangporn Werawatganon, Kanjana Somanawat, Naruemon Klaikeaw, Prasong Siriviriyakul
pp. S306–10 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_502_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Objectives: To investigates the mucoprotective effect of genistein on gastric injury in rats with indomethacin (IMN)-induced gastropathy. Methods: Male Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into three groups. Group 1…
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Induction of Apoptosis and Cell Cycle Arrest by Flavokawain C on HT-29 Human Colon Adenocarcinoma via Enhancement of Reactive Oxygen Species Generation, Upregulation of p21, p27, and GADD153, and Inactivation of Inhibitor of Apoptosis Proteins
Chung-Weng Phang, Saiful Anuar Karsani, Sri Nurestri Abd Malek
pp. S321–8 · DOI: 10.4103/0973-1296.210180 · Published 11 July 2017
Chalcones have been shown to exhibit anti-cancer properties by targeting multiple molecular pathways. It was, therefore, of interest to investigate flavokawain C (FKC), a naturally occurring chalcone, which can be isolat…
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Peimine Inhibits the Production of Proinflammatory Cytokines Through Regulation of the Phosphorylation of NF-κB and MAPKs in HMC-1 Cells
Ji Hye Park, Bina Lee, Hyun Kab Kim, Eun-Young Kim, Jae-Hyun Kim, Ju-Hee Min, Sunkook Kim, Youngjoo Sohn, Hyuk-Sang Jung
pp. S359–64 · DOI: 10.4103/0973-1296.210173 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Peimine is a major biologically active component of Fritillaria ussuriensis. Peimine was investigated in chronic inflammation response, but it has not been studied in mast cell-related immediate allergic reac…
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In vitro Cell Viability by CellProfiler® Software as Equivalent to MTT Assay
Luciana S Gasparini, Nayana D Macedo, Elisângela F Pimentel, Marcio Fronza, Valdemar L Junior, Warley S Borges, Eduardo R Cole, Tadeu U Andrade, Denise C Endringer, Dominik Lenz
pp. S365–9 · DOI: 10.4103/0973-1296.210176 · Published 11 July 2017
Objective: This study evaluated in vitro cell viability by the colorimetric MTT stands for 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (3-(4, 5-dimethylthiazolyl-2)-2, 5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide) (3-(…
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Novel Approaches to Extraction Methods in Recovery of Capsaicin from Habanero Pepper (CNPH 15.192)
Frederico S. Martins, Leonardo L. Borges, Claudia S. C. Ribeiro, Francisco J. B. Reifschneider, Edemilson C. Conceição
pp. S375–9 · DOI: 10.4103/0973-1296.210127 · Published 11 July 2017
Introduction: The objective of this study was to compare three capsaicin extraction methods: Shoxlet, Ultrasound-assisted Extraction (UAE), and Shaker-assisted Extraction (SAE) from Habanero pepper, CNPH 15.192. Material…
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The Effects of Erzincan Grape (Vitis vinifera spp., Cimin) and Benzothiazol on a Caenorhabditis elegans Organism Model
Hulya Ozpinar, Necati Ozpinar, Savas Karakus
pp. S380–4 · DOI: 10.4103/0973-1296.210164 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Grapes and their products are known to have been used for the treatment of diseases throughout history. Objective: It was aimed to investigate the effects of Erzincan Cimin grapes on an organism model of Caen…

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Rutamarin, an Active Constituent from Ruta angustifolia Pers., Induced Apoptotic Cell Death in the HT29 Colon Adenocarcinoma Cell Line
Shafinah Ahmad Suhaimi, Sok Lai Hong, Sri Nurestri Abdul Malek
pp. S179–S188 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_432_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Ruta angustifolia Pers. is a perennial herb that is cultivated worldwide, including Southeast Asia, for the treatment of various diseases as traditional medicine. Objective: The purpose of the study was to id…
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Identification and Analysis of Jasmonate Pathway Genes in Coffea canephora (Robusta Coffee) by In Silico Approach
Kosaraju Bharathi, H. L. Sreenath
pp. S196–S200 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_518_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Coffea canephora is the commonly cultivated coffee species in the world along with Coffea arabica. Different pests and pathogens affect the production and quality of the coffee. Jasmonic acid (JA) is a plant …
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Chemopreventive Potential of Major Flavonoid Compound of Methanolic Bark Extract of Saraca asoca (Roxb.) in Benzene‑induced Toxicity of Acute Myeloid Leukemia Mice
Manas Kumar Mukhopadhyay, Mithun Shaw, Debjani Nath
pp. S216–S223 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_326_15 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Saraca asoca (SA) (Roxb.) is one of the folk medicinal plants found in India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. Its major biological activity appears due to the presence of flavonoid group of compounds in its bark e…
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Molecular Authentication of the Traditional Medicinal Plant “Lakshman Booti” (Smithia conferta Sm.) and Its Adulterants through DNA Barcoding
Suraj D. Umdale, Parthraj R. Kshirsagar, Manoj M. Lekhak, Nikhil B. Gaikwad
pp. S224–S229 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_499_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Smithia conferta Sm. is an annual herb widely used in Indian traditional medical practice and commonly known as “Lakshman booti” in Sanskrit. Morphological resemblance among the species of genus Smithia Aiton…
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In vitro Inhibitory Effects of Andrographis paniculata, Gynura procumbens, Ficus deltoidea, and Curcuma xanthorrhiza Extracts and Constituents on Human Liver Glucuronidation Activity
Zulhilmi Husni, Sabariah Ismail, Mohd Halimhilmi Zulkiffli, Atiqah Afandi, Munirah Haron
pp. S236–S243 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_299_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Andrographis paniculata, Gynura procumbens, Ficus deltoidea and Curcuma xanthorrhiza are commonly consumed as herbal medicines. However their effects on human liver glucuronidation activity are not yet evalua…
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Caesalpinia Crista Linn. Induces Protection against DNA and Membrane Damage
R. Sunil Kumar, Ramesh Balenahalli Narasingappa, Chandrashekhar G. Joshi, Talakatta K. Girish, Ananda Danagoudar
pp. S250–S257 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_557_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Caesalpinia crista is a medicinal herb used to cure various ailments in subtropical and tropical regions of Southeast Asia. Objective: The objective of this evaluation of C. crista against free radical induce…
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Simultaneous Determination of Four Compounds, Campesterol, Emodin8‑O‑β‑D‑Glucopyranoside, Quercetin, and Isoquercitrin in Reynoutria sachalinensis by High‑performance Liquid Chromatography‑Diode Array Detector
Min Rye Eom, Jin Bae Weon, Youn Sik Jung, Ga Hee Ryu, Woo Seung Yang, Choong Je Ma
pp. S258–S261 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_289_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Reynoutria sachalinensis is a well‑known and used herbal medicine to treatment of arthralgia, jaundice, amenorrhea, coughs, carbuncles, and sores. Objective: We have developed high‑performance liquid chromato…
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Immunomodulatory, Cytotoxicity, and Antioxidant Activities of Roots of Ziziphus mauritiana
Samina Afzal, Murium Batool, Bashir Ahmad Ch, Ashfaq Ahmad, Muhammad Uzair, Khurram Afzal
pp. S262–S265 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_398_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Aims: The study is conducted to evaluate the immunomodulatory, cytotoxicity, and antioxidant potential of Ziziphus mauritiana (Rhamnaceae). Phytochemical analysis of Z. mauritiana revealed the presence of alkaloids, anth…
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Antiurolithiatic Effect of Sirupeelai Samoola Kudineer: A Polyherbal Siddha Decoction on Ethylene Glycol-induced Renal Calculus in Experimental Rats
A. Hannah Rachel Vasanthi, V. Muthulakshmi, V. Gayathri, R. Manikandan, S. Ananthi, Sarah Kuruvilla
pp. S273–S279 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_454_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Sirupeelai Samoola Kudineer (SK), a polyherbal decoction containing four medicinal plants has been used in Siddha system of medicine, practiced in Southern parts of India for the management of urolithiasis. O…
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Catechin Isolated from Garcinia celebica Leaves Inhibit Plasmodium falciparum Growth through the Induction of Oxidative Stress
Rizky Abdulah, Eka W. Suradji, Anas Subarnas, Unang Supratman, Milyadi Sugijanto, Ajeng Diantini, Keri Lestari, Melisa I. Barliana, Shinichiro Kawazu, Hiroshi Koyama
pp. S301–S305 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_571_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Resistance of antimalarial drugs to Plasmodium falciparum has become a major concern in malaria eradication. Although it is also affected by several socioeconomic factors, a new antiplasmodial agent is needed…
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Mechanism of Action of Isolated Caffeic Acid and Epicatechin 3‑gallate from Euphorbia hirta against Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Shanmugapriya Perumal, Roziahanim Mahmud, Sabariah Ismail
pp. S311–S315 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_309_15 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: The escalating dominance of resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa strains as infectious pathogen had urged the researchers to look for alternative and complementary drugs. Objective: The objective of this study is…
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In vitro α‑amylase and α‑glucosidase Inhibitory and Cytotoxic Activities of Extracts from Cissus cornifolia Planch Parts
Talent Chipiti, Mohammed Auwal Ibrahim, Moganavelli Singh, Md. Shahidul Islam
pp. S329–S333 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_223_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Context: Hyperglycemia is the hallmark of type 2 diabetes mellitus, and its prevention will go a long way in managing the disease and its associated complications. Reduction of postprandial hyperglycemia through retardin…
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Role of Adiantum philippense L. on Glucose Uptake in Isolated Pancreatic Cells and Inhibition of Adipocyte Differentiation in 3T3‑L1 Cell Line
Tania Paul, Kishori G Apte, Pradeep B Parab, Biswadeep Das
pp. S334–S338 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_415_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Adiantum philippense (AP) is a pteridophyte that shows antihyperglycemic activity in vivo diabetic model, but the mechanism of action is unknown. Objective: AP was found to play a pivotal role in minimizing t…
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The Possible Pre‑ and Post‑UVA Radiation Protective Effect of Amaranth Oil on Human Skin Fibroblast Cells
Katarzyna Wolosik, Ilona Zareba, Arkadiusz Surazynski, Agnieszka Markowska
pp. S339–S343 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_522_15 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: The health effects of Amaranth Oil (AO) are attributed to its specific chemical composition. That makes it an outstanding natural product for the prevention and treatment of ultraviolet (UV) irradiation‑relat…
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In Vitro Antioxidant and Antiproliferative Activities of Various Solvent Fractions from Clerodendrum viscosum Leaves
Anil Khushalrao Shendge, Tapasree Basu, Dipankar Chaudhuri, Sourav Panja, Nripendranath Mandal
pp. S344–S353 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_395_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Free radicals such as reactive oxygen and nitrogen species, generated in the body, play an important role in the fulfillment of various physiological functions but their imbalance in the body lead to cellular…
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Catha edulis Forsk. (Khat): Evaluation of its Antidepressant‑like Activity
Hassan Alfaifi, Siddig Ibrahim Abdelwahab, Syam Mohan, Manal Mohamed Elhassan Taha, Sohier M. Syame, Lamiaa A. Shaala, Rashad Alsanosy
pp. S354–S358 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_442_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: Catha edulis Forsk. (Khat) is traditionally used for treating various disorders. Nevertheless there are no reports of any scientific assessment of its psychopharmacological properties. Objective: Therefore, t…
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Anti‑lipid Potential of Drimys brasiliensis
Josueli Merotto, Larissa Vivan Cestonaro, Luciana Grazziotin Rossato-Grando, Luciano de Oliveira Siqueira
pp. S370–S374 · DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_306_16 · Published 11 July 2017
Background: The traditional use of Drimys brasiliensis Miers (Winteraceae) in the south of Brazil to reduce cholesterol has not been described in scientific literature. Objective: To verify the hypocholesterolemic effect…