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Isolation and characterization of the compounds responsible for the antimutagenic activity of Combretum microphyllum (Combretaceae) leaf extracts
Mutations play a major role in the pathogenesis and development of several chronic degenerative diseases including cancer. It follows, therefore …
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Anti-inflammatory and analgesic activities of solvent fractions of the leaves of Moringa stenopetala Bak. (Moringaceae) in mice models
BACKGROUND: Many people still experience pain and inflammation regardless of the available drugs for treatments. In addition, the available drugs …
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Estrogen-like and tissue-selective effects of 7-methoxycoumarin from Ficus umbellata (Moraceae): an in vitro and in vivo study
BACKGROUND: Ficus umbellata is a medicinal plant previously shown to endow estrogenic properties. Its major component was isolated and characterized …
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Phytochemical investigation and nephroprotective potential of Sida cordata in rat
Plants are an efficient source of natural antioxidant against free radicals causing kidney damages. Sida cordata ethyl acetate fraction has …
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Anthelminthic properties of Methylene chloride-methanol (1:1) extracts of two Cameroonians medicinal plants on Heligmosomoides bakeri (Nematoda: Heligmosomatidea)
The resistance of some medico-veterinary parasite strains as well as the unavailability and toxicity of synthetic anthelminthics on humans, animals …
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In vitro antiplasmodial activity and prophylactic potentials of extract and fractions of Trema orientalis (Linn.) stem bark
BACKGROUND: Trema orientalis (T. orientalis Linn) has been used in the management of malaria in the western part of Nigeria …
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A comparative assessment of antiproliferative properties of resveratrol and ethanol leaf extract of Anogeissus leiocarpus (DC) Guill and Perr against HepG2 hepatocarcinoma cells
BACKGROUND: Epidemiological and experimental evidences have shown cancer as a leading cause of death worldwide. Although the folklore use of …
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Extract of Synedrella nodiflora (L) Gaertn exhibits antipsychotic properties in murine models of psychosis
BACKGROUND: The hydro-ethanolic whole plant extract of Synedrella nodiflora (SNE) has demonstrated anticonvulsant, sedative and analgesic effects. Preliminary studies conducted …
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Phytochemical analysis and in vitro anthelmintic activity of Lophira lanceolata (Ochnaceae) on the bovine parasite Onchocerca ochengi and on drug resistant strains of the free-living nematode Caenorhabditis elegans
BACKGROUND: Onchocerciasis is one of the tropical neglected diseases (NTDs) caused by the nematode Onchocerca volvulus. Control strategies currently in …
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Traditional healer treatment of HIV persists in the era of ART: a mixed methods study from rural South Africa
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) substantially contributes to the burden of disease and health care provision in sub-Saharan Africa, where traditional …
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Impact of Moringa oleifera lam. Leaf powder supplementation versus nutritional counseling on the body mass index and immune response of HIV patients on antiretroviral therapy: a single-blind randomized control trial
BACKGROUND: To achieve effective antiretroviral therapy (ART) outcomes, adherence to an antiretroviral regimen and a good immunometabolic response are essential. …
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Wound healing effect of Euphorbia hirta linn. (Euphorbiaceae) in alloxan induced diabetic rats
BACKGROUND: Euphorbia hirta linn., is a species of Euphorbiaceae family. They are known as asthma plant, barokhervi. The plant E. …
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The use of traditional medicine in maternity care among African women in Africa and the diaspora: a systematic review
BACKGROUND: There is a paucity of literature describing traditional health practices and beliefs of African women. The purpose of this …
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Antibacterial activities and toxicological study of the aqueous extract from leaves of Alchornea cordifolia (Euphorbiaceae)
BACKGROUND: A. cordifolia is a plant widely used in Africa to solve many health problems. In Cameroon, it is used …
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Chemical constituents, antibacterial and antioxidant properties of the essential oil flower of Tagetes minuta grown in Cala community Eastern Cape, South Africa
BACKGROUND: Tagetes minuta has a long record of human use for the treatment of stomach and intestinal diseases. Most drugs …
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Aphrodisiac potentials of the ethanol extract of Aloe barbadensis Mill. root in male Wistar rats
BACKGROUND: Aloe barbadensis (AB) is a short stemmed succulent medicinal herb that is being used by locals in Nigeria to …
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World Congress Integrative Medicine & Health 2017: part two
The aim of this study was to examine prevalence and associations for use of CAM among People diagnosed with, or …
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Acetone leaf extracts of some South African trees with high activity against Escherichia coli also have good antimycobacterial activity and selectivity index
BACKGROUND: Tuberculosis is a world-wide problem affecting humans and animals. There is increasing development of resistance of the pathogens to …
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Phytomedical assessment of two Cymbopogon species found in Nkonkobe Municipality: toxicological effect on human Chang liver cell line
Cymbopogon species are widely used as herbal remedies by the traditional healers living in Nkonkobe Municipality for the treatment and …
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Isolation of anti-mycobacterial compounds from Curtisia dentata (Burm.f.) C.A.Sm (Curtisiaceae)
BACKGROUND: Tuberculosis is counted amongst the most infectious and lethal illnesses worldwide and remains one of the major threats to …