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Antioxidant Potentials of Blue Whiting Fish (Micromesistus poutassous) Oil Extracts in Streptozotocin Induced Diabetic Rats

U. J. O. Orji, H. Brown, E. O. Nwachuku & N. Boisa · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the antioxidant potentials of Blue Whiting Fish (Micromesistus poutassous) oil extracts in streptozotocin induced diabetic rats. Study Design:  An experimental study. Place and Duration of Study:  Animal House, Department of Applied and En...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2021/v14i430251

Evaluation of Antacid Potential of Ayurvedic Poly-Herbal Formulation for Functional Dyspepsia

Alpana Kulkarni, Dinesh Pandit, Sanket Walke & Ajit Kolatkar · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

Aim: Ayurveda describes herbal or polyherbal or herbo-mineral medicines such as Avipattikar churna for treatment of Amlapitta, ajirna for centuries. Ayurvedic medicines are associated with limitations namely, palatability, stability and accuracy of dose. Ayurvedic medicines lack...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2021/v14i430250

Short Term Effects of Performance-Based Financing on Maternal and Child Health Services in the MIFI Health District

DJAM CHEFOR ALAIN, EARNEST NJIH TABAH, Bekolo Calvin Epie, Lenwo Njonwo Leslie & Augustine Eyong Bate · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

Background: Improving maternal, neonatal and child health are two of the most critical Sustainable Development Goals (MDGs). The Cameroon health system has consistently faced huge challenges to meet these objectives. As upshot; decision-makers identified the lack of a suitable he...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2021/v14i430249

Phytochemical Analysis and Antioxidants effects of Methanol Stem Bark Extract of Eucalyptus Camaldulensis in Wister Albino Rats

Jude Nwaogu, Babangida Abubakar & Mustapha Sahabi Aliyu · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

Aim: The aim is to evaluate the antioxidant potentials of Eucalyptus camaldulensis methanol stem bark extract (ECMSBE) on Wister albino rats. Methodology: The phytochemical screening of ECMSBE was conducted using standard methods. A total of 36 albino rats were used for the antio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2021/v14i330248

Comparative Phytochemical Analysis of the Leaves and Stem of Five Species of Sida L.

Margaret Emmanuel Bassey, Imoh Imeh Johnny, Omodot Timothy Umoh & Utibe-Ima Monday George · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

This study is aimed at evaluating the qualitative phytochemical constituents of the leaf and stem of five common species of Sida collected in Uyo metropolis. These species are medicinal plants used in folk medicine for the management of testicular swelling, elephantiasis, skin di...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2021/v14i330247

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

The Review of Stem Cell Therapy in Nigeria: The Way Forward

C. Chukwunonyerem, Ogwunga, N. Mercy, Madubuike, C. Okechukwu, Josephat & U. Emmanuel, Nwakwasi · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

Stem cells are unspecialized biological cells associated with self-renewal and proliferation abilities. Stem cell therapy involves the use of stem cells to deliver safe, effective, viable and consistent therapeutic interventions for debilitating health conditions. Many global res...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2021/v14i330245

Emotional Intelligence in Nursing: The Heart of the Art – A Review

Patsey Sera Castelino & Theresa Leonilda Mendonca · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

Emotional labour has long been recognized as a necessary part of nursing practice. Nurses often provide care for patients and families who are suffering and where emotions are heightened. Emotions play an important role in the relationship and communication between nurses, patien...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2021/v14i330244

Mini-review on Natural Disintegrants in Pharmaceutical Formulations

S. U. Kankanamge, A. G. K. Neranja & K. D. S. Sandarenu · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

Disintegrants are agents which are integrated to tablets and some encapsulated formulations in order to promote the breakup of the tablet and capsule “slugs” into more small fragments in an aqueous environment which thereafter increment the available surface area and promoting a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2021/v14i230243

Non Pharmacological Interventions to Manage Cancer-Related Fatigue (CRF) - An Overview

. Shambhavi & Diana Lobo · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

Fatigue is almost a common problem often reported by the cancer patients that severely affects all aspects of quality of life. Prevalence of cancer related fatigue ranges from 50% to 90% of cancer patients overall. After addressing treatable contributing factors, such as hypothyr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2021/v14i230242

Floristic and Eco-Morphological Study of Antibacterial Plants in Phytotherapeutic Practice of Kasai Oriental in DR Congo

M. M. Musuasua, O. N. Kabena, L. K. Kalanda, D. M. Y. Masens & P.T. Mpiana · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

Aims: To make an ethnobotanical survey in the province of Kasai Oriental to identify the plant species used in the treatment of bacterial diseases; carry out a floristic analysis and determine their eco-morphological characteristics. Study Design: The surveys were conducted in th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2021/v14i230241

Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) Analysis and Phytochemical Screening of Polyherbal Aqueous Leaves Extract (PALE)

M. Idu, M. O. Aihiokhai, C. A. Imoni, C. E. Akokigho & N. C. Olali · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

Background: Polyherbal plant extracts which usually comprise of two or more plant parts often contain a wide array of key phytoactive constituents relevant in attaining greater therapeutic efficacy. The active constituents derived from individual plants are insufficient to provid...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2021/v14i230240

Prevalence of the use of Hearing Aid Compared to the use of Seeing Aid among Nigerian Youths

U. S. Aguwa, F. O. Onu, F. O. Ovie, A. E. Agulanna & C. E. Eze · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

Needed attention has not been paid to hearing defects and the use of hearing aids compared to the enormous attention given to visual problems. This study aimed to compare the prevalence of visual defect to hearing defect and by extension the frequency of use of medicated glasses...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2021/v14i230239

Comparative Study on Iris Manifestations between COVID-19 Severe Cases and Non-COVID Individuals

Y. Rosy Ayda, A. Mooventhan, M. H. Vinothkumar, C. A. Kayelarasi, S. Vijaykanth & N. Manavalan · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

Aims: To compare the iris manifestations between COVID-19 positive (severe) cases and their age and gender matched non-COVID-19 individuals. Study Design and Setting: A comparative cross sectional survey performed in Government Omandurar Medical College, Chennai Methodology: This...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2021/v14i130238

Artepillin C Inhibits Cell Proliferation by Cell Cycle Arrest at G0/G1 Phase Accompanied by Up-Regulation of p27Kip1 in Human Hepatoma HepG2 Cells

Takashi Hashimoto, Weitao Shang & Kazuki Kanazawa · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2021

Artepillin C, 3, 5-diprenyl-4-hydroxycinnamic acid, is one of the bioactive constituents in Brazilian propolis. In the present study, the anticarcinogenic activity of this compound was investigated in human hepatoma HepG2 cells. Artepillin C inhibited the cell proliferation in a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jocamr/2021/v14i130236