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Neuroprotective Effect of Stachytarpheta angustifolia Methanol Extract Against Aluminium Chloride (AlCl3) Induced Alzheimer’s Disease in Albino Rats

Benedict A. Ashikaa, Moses Z. Zaruwa, Bawa Y. Muhammad, Titilayo O. Bamidele & Moses A. Daikwo · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Aim: This study was aim to evaluate the neuroprotective effect of Stachytarpheta angustifolia methanol extract on aluminium chloride induced Alzheimer’s disease in Albino rats. Study Design: This is an experimental study. Location and Duration of the Study: The research was condu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v21i2433

Utility of Repertory of the Homoeopathic Materia Medica by J. T. Kent (Kent’s Repertory) in the treatment of Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media: A Prospective Observational Study

Sapna Salodiya, B. P. Srivastava & Ayesha Naaz · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Background: Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media is a long standing infection of middle ear with intermittent or persistent otorrhoea through perforated tympanic membrane for more than 6 weeks duration. It is more prevalent in developing nation than developed countries. In India the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v21i2431

Determination of Antibiotic Prescription Pattern in Private Healthcare Facilities in Port Harcourt Metropolis, Rivers State, Nigeria

A. T. O. Awopeju & I. Chijioke-Nwauche · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Background: The consequences of antimicrobial resistance are severe, as mortality and morbidity rates continue to increase. The extensive use of antibiotics contributes significantly to the development and spread of antimicrobial resistance. It is crucial to have knowledge suppor...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v21i3440

Modulatory Activity of Aju Mbaise Polyherbal Formulation on Serum Proinflammatory Cytokines and Prostaglandin Levels in Nulliparous and Parturient Female Albino Rats

Vincent Kalu Agu, Uwadiegwu Achukwu, Solomon Nnah Ijioma & Bernard Nonyerem Kafor · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Aju Mbaise (Ajumbise), which traces its origin to the people of Mbaise in the Owerri Senatorial District of Imo State in Nigeria, is a composite mixture of approximately eight herbal plants in the forms of herbs, barks, and roots, used for the management of delivery pains, postpa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v21i1430

Does Oral Administration of Fresh and Dry Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Juice have Effect on the Lipid Profile of Albino Rats

Helen Anthony Waribo, Emmanuel Chukwu Ani & Atoukaritou Omodi Osuosa · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2023

Aim: This study compares the effect of fresh and dry ginger juice on the lipid profile of albino rats. Methodology: Fifteen(15) albino rats with average weight of 150g divided into three groups of five (5) rats each were used for the study.5ml of the ginger juice was administered...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2023/v21i1428

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