scholarly journals Pharmacological Basis for Traditional Use of theLippia thymoides

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fabrício Souza Silva ◽  
Pedro Modesto Nascimento Menezes ◽  
Pedro Guilherme Souza de Sá ◽  
André Luís de Santana Oliveira ◽  
Eric Alencar Araújo Souza ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Wound Healing ◽  
Crude Extract ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Biologically Active ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Oral Toxicity ◽  
Traditional Use ◽  
Crude Extracts

The aim of this study was to evaluate crude extracts and fractions from leaves and stems ofLippia thymoidesand to validate their use in folk medicine.In vitroantioxidant and antimicrobial activities andin vivowound healing in rats, baker yeast-induced fever in young rats, and acute oral toxicity in mice assays were realized. The crude extracts and their dichloromethane and ethyl acetate fractions had potent radical-scavenging activity against the DPPH but were not effective in theβ-carotene bleaching method. The dichloromethane fraction from the leaves extract showed the broadest spectrum of activity againstS. aureus,B. cereus, andC. parapsilosis. The animals treated with crude extracts showed no difference in wound healing when compared with the negative control group. The crude extract from leaves (1200 mg/kg) has equal efficacy in reducing temperature in rats with hyperpyrexia compared to dipyrone (240 mg/kg) and is better than paracetamol (150 mg/kg). In acute toxicity test, crude extract of leaves fromLippia thymoidesexhibited no mortality and behavioral changes and no adverse effects in male and female mice. This work validates the popular use ofLippia thymoidesfor treating the wound and fever, providing a source for biologically active substances.

Evaluation of Anti-oxidant and Anti-pyretic activity of fruits of Garcinia pedunculata

2021 ◽  
pp. 2635-2638
Author(s):  
Mrinmoy Basak ◽  
Moksood Ahmed Laskar ◽  
Priyanka Goswami
Keyword(s):  
Methanol Extract ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Traditional Use ◽  
Synthetic Drugs ◽  
Long Time ◽  
Anti Oxidant ◽  
Anti Inflammatory ◽  
Dpph Radical Scavenging

Most of the synthetic drugs used at present as analgesic and anti-inflammatory agents cause many side effects and toxic effects. Many medicines of plant origin with analgesic and anti-inflammatory activity have been used since long time without adverse effects. The purpose of the study was to explore the anti-pyretic and anti-oxidant activity of fruits of Garcinia pedunculata. The fruit of G. pedunculata was collected from Shillong, Meghalaya and extraction is done by using methanol as a solvent. The methanol extract shows the presence of carbohydrate, glycoside, alkaloids, phenol and flavonoids. Acute anti-pyretic activity for the extract was investigated in pyrexia rat. Temperature level was determined after 1hours, 4 hours, 8 hours and 12 hours after giving the extract dose of 100mg/kg and 200mg/kg body weight, and it was found to produce a significant reduce in fever. DPPH radical scavenging activity (In-vitro anti-oxidant activity of G. pedunculata) of methanolic extract shows 38.31 as IC50 (µg/ml) whereas Ascorbic acid as standard in the same concentration shows 34.81 IC50 (µg/ml). The obtained result justified the traditional use of G. pedunculata as anti-pyretic and antioxidant purpose.

Investigation of the Anti-cataract and Antioxidant Activities of Cnidoscolus aconitifolius Leaves Extract In vitro

2021 ◽  
pp. 28-38
Author(s):  
Henry Bulama ◽  
Daniel Dahiru ◽  
Joshua Madu
Keyword(s):  
Total Protein ◽  
Antioxidant Activities ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Reducing Power ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Scavenging Activity ◽  
Aqueous Fraction ◽  
Cnidoscolus Aconitifolius

Background: Cataract is a major cause of visual impairment and blindness around the world. This study evaluated the in vitro antioxidant and anti-cataract activities of Cnidoscolus aconitifolius leaves extract and fractions. Antioxidant activities were evaluated by 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), 2,2-azinobis (3-ethylbenzothiozoline-6-sulfonic acid) (ABTS), total reducing power, and hydrogen peroxide scavenging assays. Anti-cataract potential was evaluated in vitro using goat lenses divided into eight groups of different treatments and incubated in artificial aqueous humor at 37 °C for 72 hours. Glucose-induced opacity in the lenses was observed and biochemical indices quantified (catalase, Malondialdehyde (MDA) and total protein in the lens homogenate). Results: The crude extract and its fractions possess substantial antioxidant activities. The aqueous fraction exhibited the best DPPH radical scavenging activity (IC50 value 78.599 µg/ml); while the dichloromethane fraction exhibited the highest ABTS radical scavenging activity with IC50 66.68 µg/ml. The anti-cataract evaluation of crude and fractions at 250 μg/ml showed a significant increase (p<0.05) in the total protein and catalase activity compared to the cataract control group. The malonaldehyde level decreased significantly (p<0.05) in all the treated groups.

scholarly journals In Vitro Antioxidant and Antidiabetic Potentials of Syzygium caryophyllatum L. Alston

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-15
Author(s):  
Herath Pathiranage Thathmi Wathsara ◽  
Hasitha Dhananjaya Weeratunge ◽  
Mohamed Naeem Ahammadu Mubarak ◽  
Pahan Indika Godakumbura ◽  
Pathmasiri Ranasinghe
Keyword(s):  
Inductively Coupled Plasma ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Mass Spectrometry Data ◽  
Scavenging Activity ◽  
Antioxidant Power ◽  
Inductively Coupled ◽  
Crude Extracts ◽  
Ferric Reducing Antioxidant Power

Syzygium caryophyllatum L. Alston (Family: Myrtaceae, Sinhala: Heendan) is a red-listed plant that has been used in traditional medicine in Sri Lanka for the treatment of diabetes, but it is yet to be exploited for its potential uses as a functional food or a source of supplements. The present study focused on the evaluation of antidiabetic property of S. caryophyllatum fruits and leaves assessing antioxidant, antiglycation, and antiamylase activities and functional mineral element composition. The crude extracts (CR) of leaves and fruits were fractionated into hexane (Hex) ethyl acetate (EA) and aqueous (AQ) and evaluated for bioactivities along with the crude extracts. The isolated fraction (C3) of Hex fraction of fruit showed significantly high (p<0.05) antiamylase activity with IC50 value 2.27 ± 1.81 μg/mL where the Hex fraction of fruits exhibited the IC50 value as 47.20 ± 0.3 μg/mL which was higher than acarbose (IC50: 87.96 ± 1.43 μg/mL). The EA fraction of leaves showed highest values for DPPH radical scavenging activity, ferric reducing antioxidant power, and oxygen radical absorbance capacity. Significantly high (p<0.05) ABTS radical scavenging activity and iron chelating activity were observed in Hex fraction of fruit. The composition of volatiles in leaf oil was studied with GC-MS, and 58 compounds were identified. Inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry data revealed the presence of biologically significant trace elements such as Fe, Zn, Mg, Cu, Se, and Sr in leaves and fruits. It is concluded that the Hex fraction of S. caryophyllatum fruits will be a good source for the formulation of supplements for diabetic management with further evaluation of potency and efficacy.

scholarly journals CHEMICAL ANALYSIS, ANTIOXIDANT, ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AND ANTINOCICEPTIVE EFFECTS OF ACETONE EXTRACT OF ALGERIAN SOLENOSTEMMA ARGEL (DELILE) HAYNE LEAVES

2020 ◽  
pp. 72-81
Author(s):  
DAOUIA KELTOUM BENMAAROUF ◽  
DIANA C. G. A. PINTO ◽  
BERNARD CHINA ◽  
SAFIA ZENIA ◽  
KHEIRA BOUZID BENDESARI ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Acetic Acid ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Granuloma Formation ◽  
Paw Edema ◽  
Oral Toxicity ◽  
Traditional Use ◽  
Anti Inflammatory ◽  
Dose Dependent

Objective: To investigate the qualitative composition of the acetonic extract from leaves of S. argel (AESA) and their anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties in vivo. Methods: AESA profile was established by UHPLC/DAD/ESI-MS2. AESA was subjected to the acute oral toxicity study according to the OECD-420 method. Antioxydant activity of AESA was performed by DPPH radical scavenging assay. Anti-inflammatory effects of AESA were determined in two animal models: carrageenan-induced paw edema in rats and cotton pellet-induced granuloma formation in rats. Further, anti-nociceptives activities of AESA were assessed by hot plate test, acetic acid-induced abdominal writhing test and formalin test. Results: The in vivo AESA toxicity was low. AESA expresses a maximum radical scavenging activity with a IC50 value of 36,05 μg/ml. The AESA at 250 and 400 mg/kg significantly reduced carrageen an induced paw edema by 70.09% and 85.53% 6h after carrageenan injection, respectively. AESA produced significant dose-dependent anti-inflammatory effect against cotton pellets-induced granuloma formation in rats. In addition, AESA at 250 and 400 mg/kg significantly reduced acetic acid-induced writhing by 56.83 and 80.41%, respectively. Oral administration of 250 and 400 mg/kg of AESA caused a significant dose dependent anti-nociceptive effect in both neurogenic and inflammatory phases of formalin-induced licking. AESA also impacted the pain latency in the hot plat test. Conclusion: These data suggest that AESA possesses antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-nociceptive effects. These results support the traditional use of S. argel to cure pain and inflammatory diseases in the Algerian Sahara.

scholarly journals Assessment of phytochemicals, antimicrobial, antioxidant and cytotoxicity activity of methanolic extract of Tinospora cordifolia (Gurjo)

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 18-23
Author(s):  
Tara Shrestha ◽  
Janardan Lamichhane
Keyword(s):  
Ascorbic Acid ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Scientific Evidence ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Biologically Active ◽  
Tinospora Cordifolia ◽  
Diffusion Method ◽  
Active Metabolites ◽  
Traditional Use ◽  
Cytotoxicity Activity

Traditionally used medicinal plants are the major resources of biologically active metabolites which are widely used for the cure of numerous diseases especially in developing countries where health facilities are rare. Many plants are in use for centuries but there is not enough scientific evidence and exploration. This research is focused on phytochemicals, antibacterial, antioxidant and cytotoxicity activity analysis of one of the most commonly used ethnomedicine Tinospora cordifolia collected from the Kavrepalanchok district of Nepal. Phytochemicals analysis of methanol extract of T. cordifolia showed the presence of alkaloids, coumarin saponins, glycosides, reducing sugar, and triterpenes. Antibacterial activity performed by disc diffusion method exhibited the highest activity against Streptococcus with a zone of inhibition are 10.3mm, 8.5mm, 6.5mm, and 6mm at 200mg/ml, 100mg/ml, 50mg/ml, and 25mg/ml of concentration respectively. DPPH radical scavenging activity increased with increasing concentration of extract. When compared with ascorbic acid at equivalent concentration, the extract shows a lower scavenging profile (56.07% for the extract and 98.01% for ascorbic acid at 320 ppm). Cytotoxicity was evaluated in terms of LC50 (lethality concentration). The result showed that the extract of T. cordifolia was found to be toxic with an LC50 value of 232.64μg/ml.  The bioactive component present in the plants could be the result of its pharmacological effects that support the traditional use of plants.

scholarly journals IN VITRO ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY AND WOUND HEALING ACTIVITY OF WHEATGRASS BY 1,1- DIPHENYL, 2 PICRYLHYDRAZYL METHOD

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. 170
Author(s):  
Veermaneni Alekhya ◽  
Thiyagarajan Deepan ◽  
Magharla Dasaratha Dhanaraju
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Wound Healing ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Wheat Plant ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Wound Healing Activity ◽  
In Vitro Antioxidant Activity

Objective: This study was designed to evaluate in vitro antioxidant activity and wound healing activity in Triticum aestivum (wheat grass).Methods: T. aestivum commonly known as Wheatgrass had a wide range of health benefits among the young grass of common wheat plant components includes chlorophyll, flavonoids, and Vitamins A, C, and E. Wheatgrass is used in Folklore medicine for treatment of skin diseases and wound healing. In our present study, petroleum ether, ethanol and aqueous extracts of T. aestivum have been evaluated for in vitro antioxidant activity and wound healing activity by 1,1- diphenyl, 2 Picrylhydrazyl radical scavenging activity, and Chick chorioallantoic method, respectively.Results: The results of both the assay showed that all the extracts of T. aestivum have significant antioxidant and wound healing activity on dose-dependent manner.Conclusion: The wheatgrass has antioxidant and wound healing activity.

scholarly journals In Vitro Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activities of Ephedra gerardiana (Root and Stem) Crude Extract and Fractions

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aman Khan ◽  
Gul Jan ◽  
Afsar Khan ◽  
Farzana Gul Jan ◽  
Ali Bahadur ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Crude Extract ◽  
Antioxidant Activities ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Antibacterial Activities ◽  
Antimicrobial Activities ◽  
Aqueous Fraction ◽  
Oxidative Stresses ◽  
Crude Extracts ◽  
Stem Extract

The utilization of medicinal plants to treat infectious disease is a common practice in developing countries worldwide. The present study was aimed at evaluating the crude extracts of Ephedra gerardiana (root and stem) with different chemicals for antioxidant and antimicrobial (fungal and bacterial) potential. The results revealed that the ethyl acetate fractions of E. gerardiana (root and stem) have significant free radical scavenging potential with values 2.96±0.39 and 2.73±0.84 while n-butanol and aqueous fractions showed IC502.69±0.26 and 3.44±0.69 µg/ml in stem. Furthermore, crude extract and fractions also revealed promising antibacterial activities against all tested microbial strains while aqueous fraction showed no activities against Bacillus subtilis, Kleibsiella pneumoniae, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Interestingly, all crude extracts and fractions were nonactive against fungal strain, Aspergillus niger and Aspergillus flavus, as compare to control. In summary, the Ephedra gerardiana (root and stem) extract and fraction possess antioxidant activities, which might be helpful in preventing or slowing the progress of various oxidative stresses, suggested to be a strong pharmaceutical agent.

scholarly journals A Face Serum Containing Bakuchiol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid and a Polyherbal and Vitamin Blend Improves Skin Quality in Human Volunteers and Protects Skin Structure In vitro

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brett J West ◽  
Ifedayo Alabi ◽  
Shixin Deng
Keyword(s):  
Patch Test ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Quality Parameters ◽  
Biologically Active ◽  
Efficacy Trial ◽  
Dermatological Examination ◽  
The Face ◽  
Skin Quality

A face serum composed of a combination of biologically active compounds was evaluated for safety and efficacy in vitro, in a repeat insult patch test and in a human clinical efficacy trial. The serum inhibited tyrosinase activity modestly, decreased collagenase activity and exhibited notable free radical scavenging activity in vitro. It is gentle to the skin, as the serum did not irritate the skin or produce symptoms of allergic contact dermatitis in the 55 healthy adults that participated in the repeat insult patch test. In the efficacy trial, daily application of the face serum for 30 days significantly increased skin hydration, with all 35 volunteers experiencing improvement. Substantial improvements in skin elasticity, roughness (fine lines and wrinkles), and brightness also occurred during the trial. Dermatological examination also revealed a trend for reduced comedone count with use of the serum. Self-assessment responses revealed that all volunteers experienced improvements in multiple skin quality parameters and that participant perceptions are consistent with the results of the instrumental analyses. These findings indicated that the measured improvements in skin quality are not only statistically significant but are also clinically relevant as they were great enough for users of the face serum to feel and recognize.

scholarly journals In Vitro Antioxidant, Membrane Stabilizing and Antimicrobial Properties of Murayya paniculata Wild Plant of Amarkantak (M.P)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shruti Sonter ◽  
Shringika Mishra ◽  
Manish Dwivedi ◽  
Prashant Singh
Keyword(s):  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Antimicrobial Activities ◽  
Hexane Extract ◽  
Wild Plant ◽  
Hypotonic Solution ◽  
High Concentration ◽  
Leaf Extracts ◽  
Traditional Use

Abstract The excessive usage of antibiotics in humans and veterinary medicine has lead to the emergence of antibiotic resistance and requirement of novel antibiotics. There has been increased interest towards plants as source of drugs because of their pharmacological potency and long traditional usage. The aim of the current study was to evaluate bioactive components, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity from the leaf extracts of Murayya paniculata, a traditionally used Indian medicinal plant. Evaluations were made for phytochemicals, antioxidant, membrane stabilizing and antimicrobial activities. The methanol extract displayed highest flavonoid and phenolic content while the acetone extract demonstrated considerable ABTS inhibitory activity (IC50value:555.18 ± 1.68 µg/mL) and hexane extract exhibited highest H2O2 radical scavenging activity (IC50value: 509.84 ± 3.03 µg/mL). The aqueous extract displayed 19.4 ± 0.66% RBC hemolysis and 80.5 ± 0.66% protection caused by hypotonic solution at high concentration of extract. The fractions of hexane extract revealed a higher zone of inhibition than crude extract. The major components found in the fractions were cyclohexane (40.11%) and 3-(6-Methoxy-3-methyl-2-benzofuranyl) Cyclohexanone (13.68%) analyzed by GC-MS technique. The current results validate the traditional use of the plant and warrant its potential in drug development programs in further investigations.

Synthesis, Characterization and Biological Evaluation of Indole-Pyrazole Amalgamated α-Cyano Substituted Chalcones

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pravin S. Bhale ◽  
Sadanand N. Shringare ◽  
Amol B. Khade ◽  
Hemant V. Chavan
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Cell Line ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Safety Margin ◽  
Biological Evaluation ◽  
Biologically Active ◽  
Monkey Cell ◽  
Mcf 7

Background: Indole and pyrazole constitute a major class of biologically active scaffolds. The amalgamation of two or more pharmacophores would generate novel molecular templates that are likely to unveil remarkable biological properties. Objective: An efficient and high yielding synthesis of indole-pyrazole integrated α-cyano substituted chalcones and their in vitro antibreast cancer and antioxidant evaluation. Methods: The synthesis of a series of indole-pyrazole amalgamated α-cyano substituted chalcones (6a-o) was achieved by reacting substituted 3-cyanoacetyl indole 2 with substituted pyrazole aldehyde 5 in the presence of piperidine. All the newly synthesized compounds have been characterized by IR, 1H NMR and HRMS spectroscopy. Results: Anti-breast cancer evaluation of the synthesized compounds in vitro against MCF-7 cell line revealed high anti-breast cancer activities. Amongst the compounds screened 6f, 6g, 6h, 6c, 6d, 6e, 6i and 6k unveiled excellent activity against breast carcinoma (GI50 <0.1µM) as good as adriamycin (GI50 <0.1µM). The compounds were also screened against the normal Vero monkey cell line and the results demonstrated more selectivity against MCF-7. In other hand, compounds, 6b, 6c, 6d, 6h and 6i have shown moderate DPPH and NO radical scavenging activity. Conclusion: Most of the synthesized compounds exhibited significant antitumor activities. These results further support its safety margin by studying the activity on normal Vero monkey cell line. These results acclaim the possible use of these compounds for the design and development of potent anti-breast cancer agents.

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