Phyllanthus amarus, a widely used plant in complementary and alternative medicine practice in Southern Nigeria, is used in treating and managing numerous metabolic disorders, and neurodegenerative diseases. This study is designed to assess the subacute toxicity of P. amarus in Wi...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i8558
Background: Cadmium is a common environmental pollutant and induces testicular dysfunction via mechanisms which include oxidative stress linked with inflammation. PurXcel is a polyherbal remedy said to be rich in antioxidants. The action of Cadmium on nitric oxide homeostasis and...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i8557
Introduction: Konzo is a neurological disease characterized by a sudden onset of symmetrical and spastic paraparesis due to selective upper motoneuron damage. Aim: To determine the Cognito-motor modulatory functions of Bambara nut (Vigna subterranea) extract in improperly process...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i8556
This study evaluated the toxicity of a polyherbal Formulation (Ghana Cleanser®) on liver function markers of exposed albino rats. Thirty (30) male and female rats of the Wistar strain were randomly allotted into six (6) groups with n=5. 10.0 mL/kg distilled water was given to con...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i8555
Aims: To find out the profile of primary headache patients at the Tanjung Priok Community Health Center from January 2023 to December 2023. Study Design: This research is a type of descriptive research with a cross-sectional research design. Data was obtained through secondary d...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i7554
Aim: The aim of this research is to investigate the pharmacognostic characteristics, antioxidant potential, and anticholinesterase activity of Piliostigma thonningii (Schum.) Milne-Redh. This study seeks to evaluate its potential applications for neuroprotection and cognitive hea...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i7553
Aims: Terminalia superba Engl. & Diels, also known as “Mbonga”, is a medicinal plant used by the “Baka” Pygmies of Cameroon for the management of male infertility. Many studies have demonstrated its anti-inflammatory, antiulcerative, antidiabetic and antioxidant properties. N...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i7551
Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative tool in post-market surveillance (PMS) for monitoring the safety and performance of medical products. This article explores the role of AI in optimizing PMS practices, focusing on its applications in signal detection, r...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i7552
Aims: This research aims to determine the nutritional status profile of toddlers in Cipicung Village, Sumedang Regency, West Java for the period November - December 2023 Study Design: The design of this research is a cross-sectional study Place and Duration of Study: This resear...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i7550
Ischemic heart disease (IHD) is a severe cardiovascular condition characterized by impaired blood flow to the heart muscle, leading to tissue damage and dysfunction. Among different natural resource, mushrooms are now becoming more attractive because of its strong nutritional val...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i7549
The Acupuncture Readiness Attitude (ARA) is a crucial component within the realm of acupuncture therapy. While the response expectancy of acupuncture - the anticipation of treatment effectiveness - is significant, the ARA plays a pivotal role. The ARA encompasses a patient’s will...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i7546
Aims: This research aims to determine the relationship between parents practicing Clean and Healthy Living Behavior (PHBS) and the incidence of stunting in toddlers aged 2-5 years in Cibungur Village, Sumedang Regency in 2023. Study Design: This research is an analytical observa...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i7547
Aims: This research aims to determine the factors that most cause the incidence of hypertension in outpatients at the Kramat Jati District Health Center, East Jakarta in 2024. Study design: Cross-Sectional Design Place and Duration of Study: This research was carried out at the...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i7545
Eugene Ohams Ohanme, Ogbonnaya Nnabuike Iganga, Casimir Chijioke Ofor, Uzochukwu Ofonakara, Amucheukwu Veronica Nwafor, Clementina, Nkiru Eze, Kenneth Eze Etu, Benjamin Nwafocha Nwakelu & Chiazor Prince Unekwe·Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research·2024
Both recurrent and spontaneous seizures are indications of epilepsy, a disorder of the brain. Around the world, as many as sixty-five million individuals could be influenced, and 80 percent of cases are found in low-income countries. Medicinal herbs are widely utilized to treat a...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i7543
Background: APECED or multiple endocrine deficiency autoimmune candidiasis syndrome is a rare disease characterized by the manifestation of autoimmune endocrinopathies in a peculiar sequence during infancy. The clinical diagnosis of APECED requires the presence of at least two of...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i7544