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Effect of Carica Seed Extract on Inhibitory Kappa B Kinase Beta and mTOR mRNA Expression in Lung Cancer Cells (A549 Cells)

Ridha Azimudin, S. Preetha, J. Selvaraj, Sridevi G & Jeevitha M · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2022

Background: Lung cancer is considered as one of the most common causes for cancer-related death globally. Carica papaya is one of the most well-known traditional medicines to treat diseases, and is also known to treat cancer and help in cancer prevention. The study investigates t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2022/v34i5B35410

Assessment of Lung Function Test on Street Vendors of Chennai Region, India

D. Khushi Jain, S. Preetha, G. Sridevi & Lavanya Pratap · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Introduction: Street vendors are the most dominant occupation in urban and rural areas. Street vendors are exposed to several environmental pollution. They inhale toxic compounds such as carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, ozone, nitrogen dioxide and other volatile organic chemicals...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61B35700

Effect of Kabasura Kudineer Extract on Inhibitory Kappa B Kinase Beta and m TOR mRNA Complex Expression in Lung Cancer Cells (A549 Cell)

S. P. Ashwin, S. Preetha, J. Selvaraj & G. Sridevi · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Lung cancer has the highest mortality rate and highest rate of metastasis. Kabasura kudineer was used widely during the Covid period. The aim of the study is to find the effect of kabasura kudineer extract on inhibitory kappa B kinase beta and mTOR mRNA complex expres...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61A35675

Impact of COVID-19 Online Education on Mental Health of College Students

S. Jeeva, S. Preetha, G. Sridevi & Lavanya Prathap · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: COVID-19 is an infectious disease that is caused by a newly discovered coronavirus. This virus primarily spreads out through the droplets of saliva and SARS COV-2 virus was named after its unique shape, which has taken the form of a crown with the protrusions surround...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i60B35078

Effect of Kabasura Kudineer Extract on Inflammatory Cytokines [Interleukin-6 and Tumour Necrosis Factor-α] in Lung Cancer Cell Line A549

M. Afrin Nisha, S. Preetha, J. Selvaraj & G. Sridevi · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Kabasura kudineer is widely known for its anticancer efficiency. Kabasura kudineer is a customary formulation used by siddha practitioners for effectively managing common respiratory illness. Herbal medicines are acknowledged as a great approach to lung cancer therapy...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33167

An Evaluation of Long Term Physical Exercise on Cognitive Function in the Age Group of 40-55 Years of Both Genders

N. Shalini, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Aim: To determine the effect of long term physical exercise on cognitive function. Introduction: Physical exercise is a strong gene modulator and it affects the brain plasticity by influencing cognitive function. It is also a protein factor of neurodegeneration. Materials and Met...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62A35671

Comparative Evaluation of Lung Functions between Ac and Non Ac users among Student Population

V. T. Indu Gayathrie, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Usage of air conditioners (AC) has been highly increased in this modern era. In addition to the cooling of the environment, it has a major impact on human health. Rapid influx of cold dry air increases the risk of bronchoconstriction in asthma patients due to the dehy...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i60B35080

Awareness of Stem Cells and its Application among General Public in Chennai

Aditya Jain, M. Jeevitha & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Aim: To assess the awareness about stem cells and its application among the general public in Chennai. Introduction: Stem cells are very unique cells and have been isolated from the dental pulp, exfoliated deciduous teeth, the periodontal ligament, the dental follicle and the den...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i60B35098

Knowledge, Awareness and Practice of Usage of Interdental Aids among Dental Professionals

Lasya Genji, M. Jeevitha, S. Preetha & Selvaraj Jayaraman · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Aim: To evaluate knowledge, awareness and practice of usage of interdental aids among dental professionals. Introduction: Dental caries and periodontal diseases, the two most common oral diseases, are mainly avoidable by professional and self-care activities. Dentists’ knowledge...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i60B34721

An Evaluation of Stress Induced by Neet Coaching among School Children

K. Esha Gayathri, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Aim: Stress is the feeling of emotional or physical tension. The body produces a surge of emotions when you are in a stressful situation. Human beings of all age groups are more prone for stress. Students are more stressed due to the huge syllabus, pressure from family and parent...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i59A34248

An Evaluation of Stress Levels in Professionals Performing Work from Home in it Industry during COVID-19 Pandemic

K. Dhruv Kiran, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background:  Stress is a feeling that comes from emotional and physical tension. Stress can come from any thought that makes you feel sad, angry or nervous. It is a natural feeling of not being able to cope with specific demands and events. Stress is your body’s reaction to a cha...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i59A34254

An Evaluation of Hot Water Intake and Relief from Menstrual Cramps among Healthy Females - A Cross Sectional Study

Annika Rajaselin, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Primary dysmenorrhea is menstrual pain that very women undergo during her menstrual phase. It may vary in its frequency and duration in each and every woman. Many home remedies have been followed by females to combat these menstrual cramps. One such treatment is intak...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i58B34207

Respiratory Responses to Short Term Sustained Isometric Muscle Contraction among Undergraduates

S. Nehal Safiya, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Aim: This study sets out to investigate whether a short-term isometric abdominal exercise can benefit adults with improvement in ventilatory functions. Materials And Methods: The present study was performed in 20 adults from the student population of I-BDS students with no histor...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i58A34097

Evaluation of Various Stress Management Strategies among Chennai People - A Cross Sectional Study

A. N. K. Mitthun, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Feeling stressed is a part of everyone's life. A feeling of emotional or physical tension is known as stress. Relaxation strategies play an important role in overcoming stress. Objective: To evaluate the different stress patterns, their perceived stress and effects of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i58A34100

Evaluation on Lung Functions after Examination Stress in Student Population

J. Noor Fathima, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Professional degrees are daunting to the learning group because of a modern curriculum that is dramatically different from high school curricula and other educational courses. It is more pronounced among first year students in educational institutions because of rival...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i48B33280

Evaluation of Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Variability during Different Phases of Menstrual Cycle

T. Srigopika, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Introduction: Every month, between puberty and menopause, a woman’s body goes through a number of changes to get it ready for a possible pregnancy. This series of hormone-driven events is called the menstrual cycle. A woman’s menstrual cycle is divided into three phases- prolifer...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i48A33224

Comparative Evaluation of Cognitive Function among Indian Obese and Non-Obese Middle-Aged Subjects

Srivarsha Ranjeet, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background:  Obesity has become one of the common problems encountered by people of the present day. This condition is often accompanied by cardiovascular problems like hypertension, hyperlipidemia, is chemic heart disease. Also, that the relationship between obesity and cognitiv...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33184

Evaluation of Lung Functional Status among People Living in Different Type of Housing in Chennai City

E. Revathy, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Different housing has its influence on the health of the residents. The high rise apartment is a type of living adapted by people in urban areas of India. It becomes inevitable and poses much convenience and economy without occupying much land area. It is known that t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33192

Evaluation of Cognitive Functions and Emotional Disturbances in Elderly Patients using Smart Phone Mobiles

. Mufeetha, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Research shows that smartphones can lead to brain affects which slowly ability and start to store information remotely outside the brain brings mental laziness. When people are given smart- phones they reduce the memory storing. So, the present study planned to evalua...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33199

Effect of Sustained Isometric and Isotonic Exercises on Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Variability – A Comparative Study

S. Sneha Harshini, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Introduction: Isometric exercises are contractions of a particular muscle which doesn’t noticeably change length and the affected joint doesn’t move [1]. Isotonic exercises involve contracting muscle shortens against a constant weight, as when lifting as weight [2,3]. These two d...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33204

Psychological and Emotional Changes among Students Undergoing Different Teaching Strategies- A Survey

Srivaths Mukka, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Stress is a common and serious threat that affects different populations in various age groups. Students belonging to professional courses in medical and dental colleges are subjected to higher levels of stress. Objective: The objective of the present study was to ass...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33215

Comparative Evaluation of Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Variability among Non-vegetarians and Vegetarians

S. Samudhrasri, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Dietary approaches to regulate blood pressure should be an important strategy of cardiovascular health. There is extensive study demonstrating multiple individual dietary components and several dietary patterns that affect blood pressure. Aim: The present study planne...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33216

An Evaluation on Use of Stress Ball Exercise on Stress Management among Student Population – A Cross Section Study

R. Srivarsan, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Stress ball is a new favourite gadget people like to use to fight stress, reduce tension. But there are not many scientific reports on the benefits of stress ball exercises. Objective: the present study aimed to investigate the level of stress among student population...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33150

Assessment of Short Term Memory and Perception among Homemakers and Office Going Ladies

Fharreeha Fathima Anees, G. Sridevi & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Short term memory is the capacity of holding but not manipulating a small amount of information in the mind which is readily available in an active state for a short period of time. It is essential to analyze the frequency of short term memory and perception in workin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33154

Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Dried Ginger Mediated Iron Nanoparticles

Sai Sree Lasya Ganta, M. Jeevitha, S. Preetha & S. Rajeshkumar · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2020

Nanotechnology is a branch of science and technology relating to the matter on the atomic and molecular scale in the size range between 1-100 nm. Iron nanoparticles have diverse diagnostic and potential therapeutic applications with unique magnetic and catalytic properties and po...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i2830866

Cytotoxicity of Iron Nanoparticles Synthesized Using Dried Ginger

Akifa Begum, M. Jeevitha, S. Preetha & S. Rajeshkumar · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2020

Zingiber officinale (also called ginger) is commonly used for traditional treatment of various diseases and for culinary purposes. This plant species is a herbaceous and develops yearly pseudostems around one meter tall bearing limited leaf cutting edges. The synthesis of metal n...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i2530829

Free Radical Scavenging Activity of Copper Nanoparticles Synthesized from Dried Ginger

R. Shruthi Devi, M. Jeevitha, S. Preetha & S. Rajeshkumar · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2020

Nano science is considered to be an important area in research in which developing nontoxic, reliable and ecofriendly synthesis of nanoparticles by the green approach has a vital part. Nanoparticles that contain antimicrobial and antioxidant properties are considered to be a new...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i1930703

Knowledge and Awareness on Vitamin D Deficiency among IT Employees

Akifa Begum, M. Jeevitha & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2020

Vitamin D is well known for its essential role in maintaining healthy bones. Deficiency of this causes the bones to become soft and weak, a disease known as rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults. Vitamin D is produced via skin under the action of sunlight, with smaller a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i1830683

Studies on Chemotherapeutic Potential of Hydroethanolic Leaf Extract of Aegle marmelos on Human Lung Cancer Cell Lines

N. Bharath Kumar, G. Sridevi, R. Selvaraj & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Lung cancer, one of the world’s leading causes of cancer death. There is an improvement in mortality by screening of lung cancer by low dose computed tomography. Long time ago, lung cancer was a reportable disease which now became a commonest cause of death due to can...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i64A35706

Activity of Hydroethanolic Leaf Extract of Tecoma stans against Breast Cancer Cells Line - MCF - 7

Chevuru Sai Shreya Reddy, Lavanya Prathap, Selvaraj Jayaraman & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Cancer is abnormal growth of cells, which invade or spread to other parts of the body. There are over 200 types of cancers. Breast cancer is a cancer which develops in tissues of the breast, most commonly originating from the inner lining of milk ducts or lobules that...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62A35193

Evaluation of Anticancer Effect of Aegle marmelos in Human Breast Cancer Cells by In-vitro Analysis

R. Neha, G. Sridevi, J. Selvaraj & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Cancer is uncontrolled division and proliferation of abnormal cells in the body. Nowadays, therapeutic Treatment of cancer has become a great clinical challenge and alternative medicines are being extensively studied to cure cancer. Aegle marmelos is one such plant Wh...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62A35669

In vitro Anti-inflammatory Properties of Various Extracts of Andrographis echioides

. Javith, G. Sridevi, J. Selavaraj & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Andrographis echioides (Acanthaceae) which is commonly known as false water willow is a herb commonly found throughout India. Some of them are medicinally important. The plants from genus Andrographis are used in goiter, liver diseases, fever, fertility problems, bact...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62A35697

In vitro Antioxidant Properties of Various Extracts of Andrographis Echioides

Reenu Joshy, G. Sridevi, J. Selvaraj & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Andrographis  echioides is a medicinal herb, used in the treatment of various diseases.  It has potential antioxidant properties.  The  present study plan is to find a novel herbal antidote for oxidative stress from Andrographis echioides. Objective: The aim of the cu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i61A35677

Role of Endogenous Serotonin Replica Mediated Through β-Catenin/Wnt Signaling in Lung Cancer Prevention and Prognosis - an in-vitro Study in A549 Cancer Cell Lines

M. Rishikesan, Lavanya Prathap, Selvaraj Jayaraman & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Lung cancer is still the most common cause of carcinoma-related death in the globe. Non-pharmacological treatments such as physical activity and exercise have been shown to improve quality of life and provide better results in lung cancer patients. Lung cancer patient...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i60B35052

Anticancer Activity of Aegle Marmelos on Human Hepg2 Cells by Regulation of Matrix Metalloproteinases Expression

V. Sushmitha, G. Sridevi, J. Selvaraj & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Aegle marmelos belong to the family rutaceae. It is commonly known as Bael. It is used in traditional medicine, as it has antidiarrheal, antimicrobial, antiviral, radio-protective, anticancer, chemo-preventive properties which are of great medicinal use. Liver cancer...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i60B35093

Anticancer Activity of Leaf Hydro Ethanolic Extract of Aegle marmelos in Human Lung Cancer Cell Mediated through Caspase-3 and Caspase-9 mRNA Expression

R. Sukanth, G. Sridevi, J. Selvaraj & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Aegle marmelos (AE) is a medicinal plant that comes under the rutaceae family and the plant was used in the past for treating many diseases and illness symptoms. The plant has many effects such as anti-diarrhoeal, antimicrobial, antiviral, radioprotective, anticancer,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i58B34209

In vitro Anti-inflammatory Properties in Various Extracts (Ethanol, Chloroform and Aqueous) of Kaempferia galanga Linn Rhizome

Hooriyah Laiq Ahmed Khan, G. Sridevi, J. Selvaraj & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Introduction: Kaempferia galanga is a medicinal plant belonging to the family Zingiberaceae: ginger family. It is treated as a folk traditional herb. Anti Inflammatory property refers to the ability of a substance to reduce inflammation or any of its 5 cardinal signs. Aim: To ass...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33146

Effect of Aegle Marmelos Hydroethanolic Leaf Extract on Expression of Antiapoptotic Markers in Human Melanoma Cells

S. Bhavesh, G. Sridevi, J. Selvaraj & S. Preetha · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Aegle marmelos commonly known as Bael is a herbal plant. Itis from a family called Rutaceae. It has many medicinal uses: anti-diarrheal, anti- microbial, anti-viral, anti-cancer, chemo-preventive, Ulcer healing and many others. Aim: To study the effect of Aegle marmel...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33159

Influence of Thermal Processing on Proximate Composition and Functional Properties of Selected Green Leafy Vegetable Powders

R. Sahul Hameed, P. Manjupriya, J. Kowsalya, P. Sandhiya & S. Preetha · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition · 2026

Green leafy vegetables (GLVs) are nutrient-dense foods with potential for use in dehydrated forms; however, processing conditions may influence their composition and functional characteristics. This study evaluated the effect of thermal processing on the proximate composition, fu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i3413