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Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research

Published by SCIENCEDOMAIN international · ISSN (electronic) 2456-6276

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Evaluation of Antioxidant Potentiality of Methanolic and Aqueous Extracts of Pandanus foetidus R. Leaves

Nurunnahar ., Md. Uzzal Haque, Ronok Zahan, Md. Badrul Islam & Ashik Mosaddik · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2017

Aim: Plants are the natural source of antioxidants take part a vital role in the treatment of many age-related diseases and improvement of public health. Therefore the present study was carried out to assess the antioxidant activity of the methanolic and aqueous extracts of Panda...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JOCAMR/2017/34109

Medical Students’ Knowledge, Attitude and Practice towards Traditional and Complementary Medicine, Tanta City, Gharbiyah Governorate, Egypt

Ahmed Tawfik El-Olemy, Nashwa Mohammed Radwan, Walid Mostafa Dawoud, Hanaa A. Zayed, Ehab Abo Ali, Hala Elsabbagh, Dalal Salem Al-Dossari, Sara Osama Salem & Naseem Akhtar Qureshi · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2017

Background: The use of traditional and complementary medicine (T&CM) is rising among public and patients around the world, and this epidemiological trend is attributed to multiple explanations including diverse cultural belief systems. Objective: The aim of this study was to...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JOCAMR/2017/33484

GC-MS Analysis of Methanolic Extracts of Leaf and Stem of Marsilea minuta (Linn.)

Govindaraj Sabithira & Rajangam Udayakumar · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2017

Aims: To analyze the chemicals composition of methanolic extracts of leaf and stem of M. minuta collected from Uppur Village, Tamilnadu, India by GC-MS. Study Design: Experimental study. Methodology: The Methanolic extracts were prepared and concentrated at 40°C using hot air ove...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JOCAMR/2017/30871

Wound Healing Potentials of Aqueous Leaf Extract of Mangifera indica L. in Wistar Rats

O. Bamidele, J. T. Kolawole, A. O. Ayoka, L. D. Babatunde, O. O. Onaseso & G. T. Adedeji · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2017

Aim of the Study: Since scientifically proven investigations on wound healing has not been adequately carried out on Mangifera indica leaves, the present work was therefore conducted to evaluate the wound healing potentials of aqueous leaf extract of Mangifera indica in Wistar ra...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JOCAMR/2017/32409

Phytochemical Analysis and Anticholinergic Properties of Methanol Leaf Extract of Arachis hypogea on Isolated Rabbit Jejunum

R. C. Ibeh, G. S. Aloh, G. C. Ikechukwu, U. I. Edward, F. O. Azubike-Izah, S. N. Ijioma, E. U. Ejiofor & C. J. Njoku · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2017

The acute toxicity and parasympatholytic properties of methanol extract of Arachis hypogea leaves were studied in vitro and in vivo. Qualitative phytochemical screening revealed the presence of alkaloids, glycosides, fats and oils, phenols and lignins. Acute toxicity test showed...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JOCAMR/2017/32661

In vitro Antioxidant and Antibacterial activity of Bridelia atroviridis (Arasado)

Oluremilekun Olabisi Sokefun, Oluwole Olusoji Eleyowo & Mary Oluwatoyin Avungbeto · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2017

Aim: Bridelia atroviridis methanolic leaf extracts was assessed for antioxidant and antibacterial activity. Place and Duration of Study: The study was carried out in the Microbiology Laboratory, Department of Science Laboratory Technology, School of Pure and Applied Science, Lago...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JOCAMR/2017/29305

Flavonoids and Biflavonoids of Amentoflavone Class as Potential Psychoactive Drug Leads

Abeer Moawad & Mohamed Hifnawy · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2017

Aims: There are several reported interactions between amentoflavone and CNS receptors especially GABA receptors and also reported interaction between flavonoids and opioid receptors. The current study determines other related compounds of amentoflavone, hinokiflavone and other fl...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JOCAMR/2017/32856

Piper guineense Leaf Extract Elevates Serum Follicle Stimulating Hormone Level in the Diestrus Phase in Non-Pregnant Female Albino Wistar Rats

E. O. Agbai, P. C. Onyebuagu, C. J. Njoku, J. Ekezie, C. C. Eke, C. O. Nwanegwo & A. C. Nwafor · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2017

Piper guineense plant has been reported to stimulate reproductive hormone secretion in males; although no known research in females, it is commonly used in the making of postpartum tonics that contract uterine muscles in order to expel clots after birth. Clomiphene citrate was em...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JOCAMR/2017/31664

Use of Herbal Medicine among Adult Residents in Calabar Metropolis, Cross River State, Nigeria

Nelson Chukwudi Osuchukwu, Jimmy Ebi Eko, Raphael Pius Abia & Kingsley Chinedum Ochei · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2017

Aim: This study was aimed at determining the use of herbal medicine among adult residents in Calabar metropolis, Cross River State, Nigeria.  Study Design: Cross-sectional descriptive study design. Place and Duration of Study: Calabar metropolis, Cross River State Nigeria between...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JOCAMR/2017/31725

Fatty Acid Composition and Antimicrobial Activity of Baphia massaiensis Seed Oil

Ngonye Keroletswe, Ofentse Mazimba, Runner R. T. Majinda & Ishmael Masesane · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2017

Aims: The seed oil composition of Baphia massaiensis seeds was determined using 1H NMR and GC-MS techniques. The seed oil was also screened for antimicrobial activity. Study Design: The study was designed to determine Baphia massaiensis seed oil fatty acid composition and antimic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JOCAMR/2017/32553