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The pharmacological basis of Cuscuta reflexa whole plant as an antiemetic agent in pigeons
(Elsevier Inc., 2020)Cuscuta reflexa has been traditionally used as an antiemetic. Additionally, it has been used in various herbal formulations for the treatment of emesis. So far, there is no scientific evidence of the plant extract as ... -
Pharmacological Validation for the Folklore Use of Ipomoea nil against Asthma: In Vivo and In Vitro Evaluation
(NLM (Medline), 2022)Oxidative stress is the key factor that strengthens free radical generation which stimulates lung inflammation. The aim was to explore antioxidant, bronchodilatory along with anti-asthmatic potential of folkloric plants ... -
Phytochemical profiling, antioxidant and antiproliferation potential of Euphorbia milii var.: Experimental analysis and in-silico validation
(Elsevier B.V., 2020)This study was aimed to investigate the anticancer potential of Euphorbia milii (E. milii) using an exquisite combination of phytopharmacological and advanced computational techniques. The chloroform fraction (Em-C) of E. ... -
Polyvinylpyrrolidone K-30-Based Crosslinked Fast Swelling Nanogels: An Impeccable Approach for Drug's Solubility Improvement
(NLM (Medline), 2022)Poor solubility is a global issue of copious pharmaceutical industries as large number of drugs in development stage as well as already marketed products are poorly soluble which results in low dissolution and ultimately ... -
Potential strategies for combating COVID-19
(Springer, 2020)Coronavirus disease 2019, also known as COVID-19, is caused by a novel coronavirus named severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2, or SARS-CoV-2. The infection has now catapulted into a full-blown pandemic across ... -
Prediction of lisinopril pediatric dose from the reference adult dose by employing a physiologically based pharmacokinetic model
(BioMed Central, 2020)Background: This study aimed to assess the pediatric lisinopril doses using an adult physiological based pharmacokinetic (PBPK) model. As the empirical rules of dose calculation cannot calculate gender-specific pediatric ... -
Preliminary Investigation of Linum usitatissimum Mucilage-Based Hydrogel as Possible Substitute to Synthetic Polymer-Based Hydrogels for Sustained Release Oral Drug Delivery
(MDPI, 2022)The aim of this study was to investigate the potential of Linum usitatissimum mucilage, a natural polymer, in developing a sustained release hydrogel for orally delivered drugs that require fre-quent dosing. For this ... -
Preparation and Characterization of Theophylline Controlled Release Matrix System Incorporating Poloxamer 407, Stearyl Alcohol, and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose: A Novel Formulation and Development Study
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2024-03)Background: Theophylline (THN), a bronchodilator with potential applications in emerging conditions like COVID-19, requires a controlled-release delivery system due to its narrow therapeutic range and short half-life. This ... -
Prevalence of Medication Associated with QTc Prolongation Used Among Critically Ill Patients
(Dove Medical Press Ltd, 2024)Background: Acquired prolonged corrected QT (QTc) interval can lead to life-threatening Torsade de Pointes (TdP) arrhythmia. Multiple risk factors including medications, comorbidities, and electrolyte imbalances contribute ... -
The Prevalence of Stimulant and Nutritional Supplement Usage Among Students at Abu Dhabi Universities in Gyms
(North American Business Press, 2023-10-13)University students in Abu Dhabi used stimulants and nutritional supplements at gyms. The study pinpointed variations based on the variables (years of practice, education level, age, and gender) and other. 512 male and ... -
Proanthocyanidins: A comprehensive review
(Elsevier Masson SAS., 2019)Proanthocyanidins are condensed tannins with various pharmacological properties. These phytochemicals are considered as ‘offense and defense molecules because of their human health benefits. The validation of their diverse ... -
Protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials, cost-benefit analysis and interrupted time-series interventions on pharmacist’s prescribing
(Grupo de Investigacion en Atencion Farmaceutica, 2022)Background: Shortening the process of prescribing via permitting the pharmacist to select the most appropriate pharmaceuticals for each particular patient may provide great opportunities for pharmacists to develop suitable ... -
Public knowledge and attitude towards COVID-19 vaccines, implementation of preventive measures following vaccination, and perceived stress during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional study in Jordan
(Modestum LTD, 2022)Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is caused by a relatively new coronavirus strain known as severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), which has become a significant worldwide health concern. The hesitancy ... -
Public Perception of Pharmacist's Role during COVID-19 Outbreak in Jordan
(University of Jordan,Deanship of Scientific Research, 2022)Background: The pandemic COVID-19 requires collaborative teamwork by all healthcare professionals including Pharmacists who could help in combating epidemic diseases by providing several pharmaceutical services. Nevertheless, ... -
A qualitative assessment of the adverse effects associated with COVID-19 vaccines: a study from Jordan
(BioMed Central Ltd, 2023)Objectives: The current study aimed to qualitatively explore the side effects reported by participants who received the COVID-19 vaccine among the Jordanian population. Methods: Between April 18th and May 12th, 2022, an ... -
Quality attributes and in vitro bioequivalence of different brands of amoxicillin trihydrate tablets
(MDPI AG., 2017)Bacterial resistance and antibiotic drug effectiveness can be related to administering generic products with a subtherapeutic dose or poor in vivo drug release. The aim of this study was to investigate whether locally ... -
A quantitative evaluation of evidence-based beliefs and implementation among community pharmacists: Findings and impact from United Arab Emirates
(Dove Medical Press Ltd., 2021)Background: The flux of pharmaceutical data can have a negative impact on the complexity of a pharmacist’s decision-making process, which will demand an extensive evaluation from healthcare providers trying to choose the ... -
Reactive oxygen species in biological systems: Pathways, associated diseases, and potential inhibitors—A review
(John Wiley and Sons Inc, 2023)Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are produced under normal physiological conditions and may have beneficial and harmful effects on biological systems. ROS are involved in many physiological processes such as differentiation, ... -
Real-World Effectiveness of Four Types of COVID-19 Vaccines
(MDPI, 2023)Background: There is a scarcity of evidence regarding the real-world effectiveness of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccines. This was the first study to evaluate the effectiveness of four types of vaccines against ... -
Recent advances in the development of sialyltransferase inhibitors to control cancer metastasis: A comprehensive review
(Elsevier Masson s.r.l., 2023)Metastasis accounts for the majority of cancer-associated mortalities, representing a huge health and economic burden. One of the mechanisms that enables metastasis is hypersialylation, characterized by an overabundance ...