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Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi

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Perception and Acceptance of Herbal Medicines among Residents of Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi, Ojoye N. Briggs, Felix E. Konne, Lynda K. Giami & Benjamin C. Ajufo · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

Background: The use of herbal medicines and medicinal plants available in a locality in the treatment and control of human diseases, promotion of health and management of health conditions will continue to play a significant role in the healthcare system of the people, especially...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v12i330209

Amelioration of Extra-articular Effects Associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis Using Anti-arthritic Herbal Formulations

Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi, Ojoye N. Briggs, Boma H. Opusunju, Ebirien-Agana S. Bartimaeus & Edna O. Nwachuku · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

Aim: This study investigated the ability of some herbal formulations to ameliorate extra-articular effects of some herbal formulations used in the management of rheumatoid arthritis in Nigeria. Methodology: Forty-nine (49) female albino Wistar rats were used for this study. They...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v9i230137

Toxicological Effects of Overdose of Some Herbal Bitters Commonly Consumed in South Southern Nigeria

Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi, Ojoye N. Briggs, Boma H. Opusunju, Nimisoere P. Batubo, Ruth R. Ubulom & Queen E. Solomon · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2020

Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the toxicological effects of overdose of Action Bitters and Goko Cleanser on hepatic, renal and haematological indices. Methodology: Thirty-five (35) male albino wistar rats were divided into seven groups of five rats each. The six treat...

Open access Research Article

Toxicological Evaluation and Anti-inflammatory Effects of the Anti-arthritic Herbal Formulations, Jointeez and Arthropower in Albino Wistar Rats

Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi, Holy Brown, Ojoye N. Briggs, Edna O. Nwachuku & Boma H. Opusunju · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2020

Aim: This study investigated the toxicological and anti-inflammatory effects of some anti-arthritic herbal formulations. Methodology: Forty-nine (49) female albino wistar rats grouped into seven groups of seven rats per group, were used for this study. Group A was the negative co...

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Anti-arthritic Activity of a Herbal Formulation (Jointeez) in Albino Wistar Rats

Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi, Edna O. Nwachuku, Davies G. Tamuno-Emine, Nsirim Nduka, Ojoye N. Briggs & Raphael Teme · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2019

Aim: This study evaluated the anti-arthritic activity of a herbal formulation used in the management of rheumatoid arthritis in Nigeria. Design: Thirty-five (35) albino wistar rats were used. They were divided into seven groups of seven rats each, with Group A serving as negative...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2019/v7i430109

Biochemical Markers of Bone Metabolism and Liver Function in Steroid-Induced Osteoporosis in Female Albino Rats Treated with Compound Marrow Powder and Alendronate

Ojoye N. Briggs & Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2026

Osteoporosis is a significant public health concern, with over 200 million persons affected globally. In Africa, the burden of osteoporosis is rising due to increasing life expectancy and lifestyle changes. Osteoporosis in Nigeria remains underdiagnosed, yet hospital-based studie...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2026/v18i1515

Effects of a Herbal Sex Enhancer (Vigpower) and Zinc Supplementation on Sex Hormones, Hepatic and Renal Function in Male Albino Rats

Ojoye N. Briggs, Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi, Francis A. Anyia, Jack G. Tetam, Moses Yeghenee, Victor O. Ben-Iyieke & Ibitoroko M. George-Opuda · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2023

Aim: This study evaluated the effects of a herbal sex enhancer (Vigpower) and zinc supplementation on sex hormones, hepatic and renal function in male albino rats. Methodology: A total of 49 male Albino rats weighing between 150 to 180g were used for the study. Vigpower, Viagra a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2023/v32i3806

Effects of the Anti-diabetic Polyherbal (Ruzu Bitters) on Glucose, Hepatic and Renal Parameters in Alloxan-induced Diabetic Rats

Ojoye N. Briggs, Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi, Tarila N. Aleruchi-Didia, Eberechukwu O. Anyalebechi & Shammah Agwor · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2022

Aim: This study evaluated the effects of the anti-diabetic polyherbal (Ruzu Bitters) on glucose, hepatic and renal parameters in alloxan-induced diabetic rats. Methodology: A total of 35 male Albino rats weighing between 120-140 g were used for this study. Diabetes was induced by...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2022/v24i430296

Effects of Metformin in Combination with a Herbal Capsule (Glucoblock) on Insulin Resistance and Oxidative Stress Index in Type 2 Diabetic Rats

Ojoye N. Briggs, Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi, Justice C. Ohaka, Edna O. Nwachuku & Bartimaeus S. Ebirien-agana · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

Aim: This study evaluated the effects of metformin in combination with a herbal capsule (glucoblock) on insulin resistance and oxidative stress index in type 2 diabetic rats. Methodology: A total of 35 male Wistar albino rats weighing between 120-220 g were used for this study. T...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2021/v14i330246

Anti-hyperglycaemic, Anti-dyslipidaemic and Hepatoprotective Effects of the Polyherbal Mixture Diarth in Alloxan-induced Diabetic Rats

Ojoye N. Briggs, Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi, Chrissie Okobia & Ferdinand C. Ezeiruaku · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2020

Aim: This study evaluates the anti-hyperglycaemic, anti-dyslipidaemic and hepatoprotective effects of the polyherbal mixture diarth, in alloxan-induced diabetic rats. Methodology: A total of 35 male Wistar albino rats weighing between 120-140 g were used for this study. Diabetes...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2020/v9i330145

Evaluation of Lipid Accumulation Product, Visceral Adiposity and Atherogenic Risk Indices in Type 2 Diabetics in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Ojoye N. Briggs, Abubakar A. Sheudeen & Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

Background: This study evaluated lipid accumulation product index (LAPi), visceral adiposity index (VAI), and atherogenic risk indices in diabetics in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Materials and Methods: A total of 300 subjects comprising 150 diabetic subjects (tests) and 150 non-diabe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i6450

Evaluation of Liver Function and Haemorheological Parameters in Some Carpenters Exposed to Wood Dust in Port Harcourt

Ojoye N. Briggs, Serekara G. Christian, Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi, Helen A. Waribo, Prudence N. Nkpurukwe & Collins O. Inaboya · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2021

Aim: To evaluate liver function and haemorheological parameters in some carpenters exposed to wood dust in Port Harcourt. Methodology: This cross-sectional study was carried out in some parts of Port Harcourt, the capital city of Rivers State in the southern part of Nigeria. The...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2021/v23i930257

Assessment of the Role of Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) In Asaba, Nigeria

Ebifa Ozegbe Joseph, Chiamaka Abiakam, Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi, Lynda Kadi Giami & Ojoye N. Briggs · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

Introduction: The role of traditional birth attendants (TBAs) has been with the people for a long time. This cross-sectional study involved 200 women (11 - 46 years) meeting the inclusion criteria for the study. Methodology: Information and data for this study were obtained using...

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Evaluation of Serum Leptin Levels and Some Anthropometric Parameters among Women of Reproductive Age in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Helen A. Waribo, Matthias H. Igoh, Onengiyeofori Ibama, Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi & Ebirien-Agana S. Bartimaeus · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2023

Aim: To evaluate and correlate the levels of leptin levels and some anthropometric parameters among women of reproductive age in Port Harcourt. Study Design: The population of women of reproductive age in Port Harcourt Local Government Area was sampled. The subjects were selected...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2023/v35i235283