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Assessment Of The Phytoconstituents And Optimal Applicable Concentration Of Aqueous Extract Of Azadirachta Indica Leaves For Wound Healing In Male Wistar Rats, Kenneth Chinedu Ugoeze, Princewill Chukwuebuka Aja, Nkemakolam Nwachukwu, Bruno Chukwuemeka Chinko, Jude Nnabuife Egwurugwu Jan 2021

Assessment Of The Phytoconstituents And Optimal Applicable Concentration Of Aqueous Extract Of Azadirachta Indica Leaves For Wound Healing In Male Wistar Rats, Kenneth Chinedu Ugoeze, Princewill Chukwuebuka Aja, Nkemakolam Nwachukwu, Bruno Chukwuemeka Chinko, Jude Nnabuife Egwurugwu

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Background/Aim: Plant-based medicinal agents containing phytoconstituents like extracts of Azadirachta indica leaves has been reported to heal wounds. This study evaluated the phytoconstituents and determined the optimal concentration of the aqueous extract of Azadirachta indica leaves (AEAIL) affecting wound healing in male Wistar rats. Materials and Methods: AEAIL was evaluated for phytoconstituents using GC-FID. Wounds (diameter ≈1.5cm) was excised on the dorsum of 35 rats (7 groups, n = 5). Groups 1- 6 were treated topically with 0.5, 1.5, 3.0, 5.0, 10.0 and 20.0% w/v of AEAIL respectively. Group 7 was treated with distilled water as the control. Wound contractions …


Neuroprotective Effects Of Farnesol On Motor And Cognitive Impairment Against 3- Nitropropionic Acid-Induced Huntington’S Disease, S. Deepa, Emdormi Rymbai, T. K. Praveen, J. Saravanan Jan 2021

Neuroprotective Effects Of Farnesol On Motor And Cognitive Impairment Against 3- Nitropropionic Acid-Induced Huntington’S Disease, S. Deepa, Emdormi Rymbai, T. K. Praveen, J. Saravanan

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Objective: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the role of farnesol as a potential neuroprotective agent against 3-nitropropionic acid (3-NP) acid-induced Huntington’s disease (HD) by in vitro, in vivo, and in silico models. 3-NP acid-induced Huntington’s disease in male Wistar rats was used to evaluate the neuroprotective potential of farnesol. Materials and Methods: 3-NP (10 mg/kg/day) was used for the induction of disease, followed by treatment with 50 mg/kg and 100 mg/kg of farnesol for 7 days. The effect of farnesol on motor symptoms was evaluated using actophotometer and rotarod apparatus and effect of farnesol on learning and …


Quality By Design (Qbd): Principles, Underlying Concepts, And Regulatory Prospects, B.G.V.S. Jagan, P. Narasimha Murthy, Anjan Kumar Mahapatra, Ruchita Kumari Patra Jan 2021

Quality By Design (Qbd): Principles, Underlying Concepts, And Regulatory Prospects, B.G.V.S. Jagan, P. Narasimha Murthy, Anjan Kumar Mahapatra, Ruchita Kumari Patra

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

In the past decades, with substantial growth of pharmaceutical companies and the need in enhancement of quality paradigms, adoption of systematic science based technologies was an inherent demand of regulatory agencies and one such technology is quality by design (QbD). The approved interrelated International Council on Harmonization of Technical Requirements for pharmaceuticals for Human Use guidelines, Q8 (pharmaceutical development), Q9 (quality risk management [QRM]), and Q10 (pharmaceutical quality system) drove the path in successful implementation of QbD. The primary focus of this article is made in delivering the underlying concepts that lead in framing of seven vital elements of QbD. …


Cost-Effectiveness Analysis Of Manidipine Versus Amlodipine As An Add-On To Renin-Angiotensin System Blockers In Hypertensive Patients With Diabetes Mellitus And Proteinuria, Kamolpat Chaiyakittisopon, Wiwat Thavornwattanayong, Jadesada Lertsirimunkong, Supitchaya Senbut Jan 2021

Cost-Effectiveness Analysis Of Manidipine Versus Amlodipine As An Add-On To Renin-Angiotensin System Blockers In Hypertensive Patients With Diabetes Mellitus And Proteinuria, Kamolpat Chaiyakittisopon, Wiwat Thavornwattanayong, Jadesada Lertsirimunkong, Supitchaya Senbut

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Objectives: Diabetes and hypertension are the most common causes of chronic kidney disease. Calcium channel blockers are beneficial in blood pressure reduction while also stall kidney degeneration. The aim of this study was to compare the cost-effectiveness of manidipine to amlodipine as an add-on to renin-angiotensin system blockers (RASBs) to slow down kidney degeneration in hypertensive patients with diabetes mellitus and proteinuria. Methods: A lifetime Markov decision model was used to evaluate total costs and quality-adjusted life-years (QALYs) from published data on clinical outcomes and Thai data on cost and humanistic outcomes. This study adopted a societal perspective. Results: The …


Investigation Of Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropyl Sulfonate Through Response Surface Methodology – Effects Of Amphoteric Surfactant And Electrolyte, Phantira Uongpitakpan, Jutarat Kitsongsermthon Jan 2021

Investigation Of Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropyl Sulfonate Through Response Surface Methodology – Effects Of Amphoteric Surfactant And Electrolyte, Phantira Uongpitakpan, Jutarat Kitsongsermthon

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

The goal of this research was to investigate the effect of electrolyte and an amphoteric surfactant on the viscosity, foamability, and foam stability of sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropyl sulfonate (SLHS), a new anionic surfactant. Different concentrations of cocamidopropyl betaine (CAPB, 0–6% w/w) and sodium chloride (NaCl, 0–3% w/w) were added into 10% w/w SLHS solution. Each formulation was evaluated for its viscosity using a viscometer, whereas the foamability and foam stability were measured using the cylinder shaking method and analyzed by response surface methodology. The result demonstrated that an increased viscosity of the mixture resulted with an increased NaCl concentration over …


Cramming On Potato Starch As A Novel Superdisintegrant For Depiction And Characterization Of Candesartan Cilexetil Fast Dissolving Tablet, Venkata Deepthi Vemuri, Swathi Nalla, Gollu Gowri, Nalini Mathala Jan 2021

Cramming On Potato Starch As A Novel Superdisintegrant For Depiction And Characterization Of Candesartan Cilexetil Fast Dissolving Tablet, Venkata Deepthi Vemuri, Swathi Nalla, Gollu Gowri, Nalini Mathala

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Background: In the current investigation, a strive became finished to synthesis a novel polymer, starch tartrate by treating potato starch with tartaric acid and utilize it as superdisintegrant for designing candesartan cilexetil (CC) fast-dissolving tablets. Starch tartrate was synthesized from potato starch and evaluated for phytochemical tests, physicochemical properties, and acute toxicity studies. CC tablets have been prepared by usage of a direct compression approach. Results: Acute toxicity studies on novel polymer indicated that there are no physiological changes in the rat behavior and were healthy. Formulated CC tablets were gone through pre- compression parameters, post-compression parameters, and stability studies. …


Digoxin Potentiates The Anticonvulsant Effect Of Carbamazepine And Lamotrigine Against Experimental Seizures In Mice, Vadim Tsyvunin, Sergiy Shtrygol, Diana Shtrygol, Mariia Mishchenko, Ihor Kapelka, Andriy Tara Jan 2021

Digoxin Potentiates The Anticonvulsant Effect Of Carbamazepine And Lamotrigine Against Experimental Seizures In Mice, Vadim Tsyvunin, Sergiy Shtrygol, Diana Shtrygol, Mariia Mishchenko, Ihor Kapelka, Andriy Tara

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Introduction: The worldwide high amount of multidrug-resistant epilepsy patients makes it urgent to find new approaches to treating, including the use of combinations of classic anticonvulsants with drugs that have an exclusively original mechanism of action, in particular digoxin. Objective: The aim of this work was to investigate the influence of low-dose cardiac glycoside digoxin on the anticonvulsant effect of carbamazepine and lamotrigine. Methods: Basic models of pentylenetetrazole- induced seizures and electroinduced paroxysms (maximal electroshock) in mice were used. Classic anticonvulsants were administered intragastrically in conditionally effective and sub-effective doses at 30 min, digoxin – subcutaneously at a dose of …


Anti-Senescence Activity Of Indonesian Black Pepper Essential Oil (Piper Nigrum L.) On Ovarian Cho-K1 And Fibroblast Nih-3t3 Cells, Nadzifa Nugraheni, Faradiba Nur Ahlina Jan 2021

Anti-Senescence Activity Of Indonesian Black Pepper Essential Oil (Piper Nigrum L.) On Ovarian Cho-K1 And Fibroblast Nih-3t3 Cells, Nadzifa Nugraheni, Faradiba Nur Ahlina

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Background: Cellular senescence or cell aging is a progressive process caused by an increase in free radicals so that cells cannot proliferate. Black pepper essential oil (BPEO) contains terpenoid compounds that perform the antioxidant activity to inhibit cell aging. Aims: This study aims to explore the potential of BPEO as an anti-senescence agent to maintain body fitness through in vitro methods on ovarian CHO-K1 and fibroblast NIH-3T3 cells. Subjects and Methods.: BPEO was obtained by hydrodistillation, then identified the compounds by gas chromatography–mass spectrometry. The cytotoxicity of BPEO was evaluated using the 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)- 2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (MTT) assay. The senescence was …


Statistical Optimization And Evaluation Of Flavoxate Hcl Gastro Retentive Floating Tablets, Raghavendra Kumar Gunda, Prasada Rao Manchineni, Rajini Sudireddy Jan 2021

Statistical Optimization And Evaluation Of Flavoxate Hcl Gastro Retentive Floating Tablets, Raghavendra Kumar Gunda, Prasada Rao Manchineni, Rajini Sudireddy

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Purpose: The objective of the current study is to develop gastroretentive formulation for flavoxate HCl using polymers of natural and semisynthetic origin in appropriate composition. Flavoxate HCl, a smooth muscle relaxant, mainly used for treating urinary incontinence, urgency of urination. Materials and Methods: Floating tablets of flavoxate HCl were prepared using variable amounts of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) K100M and Lannea coromandelica gum (LCG) with effervescent mixtures as per 32 factorial design by direct compression technique. Amount of release modifiers need to get sustained drug release was labeled as factors. On the other hand, time taken for drug dissolution were labeled …


Evaluation Of Volatile Constituents Of Fresh And Dried Herbals In Thai Traditional Compress Ball By Headspace Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry Technique, Prasan Tangyuenyongwatana, Napapan Pongpoungphet, Wandee Gritsanapan Jan 2021

Evaluation Of Volatile Constituents Of Fresh And Dried Herbals In Thai Traditional Compress Ball By Headspace Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry Technique, Prasan Tangyuenyongwatana, Napapan Pongpoungphet, Wandee Gritsanapan

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Introduction: There are two types of herbal compress balls, fresh and dried, which are normally used in combination with Thai traditional massage for relieving inflammation and pain. There is no comparing information about chemical compositions of these herbal compress balls. Objective: This research focused on analysis of chemical composition of two types of herbal compress balls using headspace (HS) gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC–MS) system at a temperature of 80°C. Methods: Each herbal compress sample, Cryptolepis dubia, Cymbopogon citratus, Tamarindus indica, Curcuma longa, Zingiber montanum, and Citrus hystrix, was placed in a HS vial at 80°C for 20 min, agitated at …


Evidence For Intravenous Self-Administration Of Mitragynine In Fentanyl-Dependent Rats, Norsyifa Harun, Zurina Hassan, Surash Ramanathan, Mohammed Shoaib Jan 2021

Evidence For Intravenous Self-Administration Of Mitragynine In Fentanyl-Dependent Rats, Norsyifa Harun, Zurina Hassan, Surash Ramanathan, Mohammed Shoaib

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Introduction: Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa Korth) is currently used as an alternative for the self-treatment of pain and management of opioid dependence and withdrawal. Due to the opioid-like effect of the plant’s active alkaloid, mitragynine (MG), the evaluation of its ability to maintain self-administration in animal models of opioid dependence appears to be great significance. Objectives: Here, the ability of MG to cross-substitute to the reinforcing effects of the synthetic narcotic fentanyl is investigated. Methods: Rats with implanted catheters were allowed to self-administer fentanyl (2.0 μg/kg/infusion) on a fixed-ratio 1 of schedule of reinforcement. Results: A significant increase in lever pressing …


Cost–Benefit Analysis Of Psychiatric Pharmaceutical Care With Shared Decision-Making Intervention In Complicated Schizophrenic Patients, Charkkrit Hongthong, Nusaraporn Kessomboon Jan 2021

Cost–Benefit Analysis Of Psychiatric Pharmaceutical Care With Shared Decision-Making Intervention In Complicated Schizophrenic Patients, Charkkrit Hongthong, Nusaraporn Kessomboon

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Objective: This study aims to evaluate the net benefits of psychiatric pharmaceutical care with shared decision-making (PCC-SDM) intervention in complicated schizophrenic patients for resolving drug-related problems (DRPs). Methods: Eligible inpatients for 3 months. Data were collected using an Integrated Hospital Medication Management with SDM (IHoMe-SDM) following PCC-SDM six steps: (1) data collection, (2) choice and option talk, (3) decision talk, (4) pharmaceutical care plan, (5) patients education, and (6) monitoring. Cost analysis was conducted by activity based costing. Economic evaluation was calculated as cost saving, cost avoidance, and net benefits with the view of health-care provider and reported in USD …


In-Line Prediction Of Secondary Drying Time From Measured Ice Nucleation Temperature During Lyophilization Process, Tharavich Supakatisant, Narueporn Sutanthavibul, Oran Kittithreerapronchai Jan 2021

In-Line Prediction Of Secondary Drying Time From Measured Ice Nucleation Temperature During Lyophilization Process, Tharavich Supakatisant, Narueporn Sutanthavibul, Oran Kittithreerapronchai

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Purpose: To propose an approach to find optimal secondary drying time (tSD) specifically for each lyophilized batch by predicting residual moisture at the beginning of secondary drying (Cs0) using measured ice nucleation temperatures (TN) obtained in-line. Materials and Methods: Value of Cs0 was determined by minimizing the residual error between measured (Tp SD,mea) and calculated (Tp SD,cal) product temperatures during secondary drying. Value of TN was determined by using product temperatures during freezing (TP Fr). Then, the correlation between Cs0 and TN was conducted and resulted in the Cs0 prediction equation. This equation was used with developed mathematical simulation to …


Development And Validation Of High- Performance Liquid Chromatography Method For Estimation Of Seratrodast In Spiked Human Plasma, Sandeep S. Sonawane, Priyanka T. Shinde, Gayatri S. Joshi, Sanjay J. Kshirsagar Jan 2021

Development And Validation Of High- Performance Liquid Chromatography Method For Estimation Of Seratrodast In Spiked Human Plasma, Sandeep S. Sonawane, Priyanka T. Shinde, Gayatri S. Joshi, Sanjay J. Kshirsagar

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

In the work presented, an high-performance liquid chromatography method was developed and validated for the estimation of seratrodast (SER) in spiked human plasma, using flurbiprofen as an internal standard (IS). The drug and IS were extracted from pooled human plasma sample using 5 mL of tert-butyl methyl ether with 200 μL of 1% v/v formic acid. Both SER and IS were well separated and resolved from each other and plasma interferents using 20 mM phosphate buffer (pH 3.0) with acetonitrile in the proportion of 30: 70% v/v, in an isocratic mode at 1 mL/min on a C18 column and detection …


Moss Bryum Weigelii Spreng Improves Survival In Septic Rats Induced By Cecal Ligation And Puncture, Ho Viet Hieu, Surendra Babu Lagu, Vinay Bharadwaj Tatipamula Jan 2021

Moss Bryum Weigelii Spreng Improves Survival In Septic Rats Induced By Cecal Ligation And Puncture, Ho Viet Hieu, Surendra Babu Lagu, Vinay Bharadwaj Tatipamula

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

The present study investigated the phytochemical, high-performance thin-layer chromatography (HPTLC) profiling, total phenolic content, antibacterial activity, acute toxicity studies, hemodynamic parameters, myeloperoxidase (MPO) activity and serum procalcitonin (PCT) levels of hydroalcoholic extract of Bryum weigelii (HE-Bw), and its effects on cecal ligation and puncture (CLP) induced sepsis in mice. The preliminary phytochemical screening showed that HE-Bw contains alkaloids, terpenoids, flavonoids, phenolics, and tannins. The HPTLC analysis of HE-Bw identified three unknown components with different Rf values and area percentage. The total phenolic amount for HE-Bw was equivalent to 211.6 ± 0.8 mg of gallic acid per 100 g of dried …


In Vitro Antioxidants And Anticancer Activity Of Crude Extract Isolates From Euphorbiaceae In Northern Thailand, Siwalee Rattanapunya, Wiriyaporn Sumsakul, Akharasit Bunsongthae, Samart Jaitia Jan 2021

In Vitro Antioxidants And Anticancer Activity Of Crude Extract Isolates From Euphorbiaceae In Northern Thailand, Siwalee Rattanapunya, Wiriyaporn Sumsakul, Akharasit Bunsongthae, Samart Jaitia

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

The properties of Croton persimilis Müll.Arg. and Antidesma puncticulatum Miq.— interesting plant in the family Euphorbiaceae were investigated. The ethanol crude plant extracts were established for phytochemicals screening, antioxidants activities, anticancer in five important human cancer cell lines (MCF-7, MDA-MB-231, HeLa, HepG2, and NCI-H187), and cytotoxic activity in normal cell line (hTERT-HME1). The leaves extracts of C. persimilis Müll. Arg. contained flavonoids, saponins, terpenoids, and tannins. The total phenolic content properties were found in 43.40 ± 1.36 mg Gallic Acid Equivalents (GAE)/g crude extract. They also showed lowest antioxidant activity through 2, 2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) assay (IC50>1,000 μg/ml) and 2.4.2 …


Short-Term Antenatal Corticosteroid Increases Risk Of Respiratory Morbidity In Late Preterm Infants, Nithipun Suksumek, Pithi Chanvorachote, Amuchou Soraisham, Abhay Lodha, Albert Akierman, Carlos Fajardo Jan 2021

Short-Term Antenatal Corticosteroid Increases Risk Of Respiratory Morbidity In Late Preterm Infants, Nithipun Suksumek, Pithi Chanvorachote, Amuchou Soraisham, Abhay Lodha, Albert Akierman, Carlos Fajardo

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Background/Aim: Although antenatal corticosteroid (ANCS) is beneficial for preventing respiratory distress in preterm infants, the effect of ANCS on late preterm infants (LPI) is still unknown. This study aimed at investigating the effect of ANCS on respiratory morbidity of LPI. Materials and Methods: In matched cohort study, LPI of mothers who received ANCS (ANCS group) at 24–34 weeks of GA were matched with LPI of no ANCS (non-ANCS group) by gestational age and birth weight. Results: During 2 years, the ANCS group was 10.6% (191/1,810) in LPI and only 177 neonates met the criteria for inclusion and were ANCS group. …


An Updated Review: The Year 2020 And Coronavirus Disease-19 Pandemic, Kanwal Ashiq, Mayyda Asif Bajwa, Sana Ashiq, Mehwish Qayyum, Rabia Khokhar, Samreen Tanveer Jan 2021

An Updated Review: The Year 2020 And Coronavirus Disease-19 Pandemic, Kanwal Ashiq, Mayyda Asif Bajwa, Sana Ashiq, Mehwish Qayyum, Rabia Khokhar, Samreen Tanveer

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

The recent scenario with an outbreak of novel coronavirus has led to dramatic upsurge in mortality and morbidity rates all around the globe. The objective of consolidated article is to provide an updated insight on coronavirus disease (COVID-19) based on the current literature, and it is anticipated that it may serve as a perspective reference in future studies. Scopus, Science Direct, MEDLINE, PubMed, and Google Scholar databases were used to search the literature. For the current review, both research and review articles issued in the English language were considered. The mode of Corona virus disease transmission is through direct contact …


Synthesis Of (2-Hydroxyl-3-Butoxyl) Propyl-Succinyl-Chitosan – An Amino Sugar Anionic Surfactant Under Microwave Irradiation And Its Application, P. S. Singh, Suraj N. Mali, N. R. Sangale, Amit P. Pratap Jan 2021

Synthesis Of (2-Hydroxyl-3-Butoxyl) Propyl-Succinyl-Chitosan – An Amino Sugar Anionic Surfactant Under Microwave Irradiation And Its Application, P. S. Singh, Suraj N. Mali, N. R. Sangale, Amit P. Pratap

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Introduction: Chitosan, a biopolymer with 97% degree of deacetylation, was used herein, to synthesize an amino sugar anionic surfactant of varied alkyl chain length, using a microwave-assisted synthesis. We were also examined their properties in aqueous form. Objectives: The objectives of the study were to increase the surface activity and water solubility of chitosan derivatives. Materials and Methods: Structural features and crystallinity were confirmed using Fourier transform infrared, ¹H-nuclear magnetic resonance, and X-ray diffraction. The chitosan by itself was found to have weak surface-active properties since it has no hydrophobic segment. Results: The microwave-assisted synthesized sugar amino-based anionic surfactant, synthesis …


Effect Ethyl Acetate Extract Oflasiodiplodia Pseudotheobromae Industrial Biotechnology Research Laboratory Os-64 On Growth And Cell Morphology Of A Foodborne Bacterium,Bacillus Cereus, Mohd Taufiq Mat Jalil, Darah Ibrahim Jan 2021

Effect Ethyl Acetate Extract Oflasiodiplodia Pseudotheobromae Industrial Biotechnology Research Laboratory Os-64 On Growth And Cell Morphology Of A Foodborne Bacterium,Bacillus Cereus, Mohd Taufiq Mat Jalil, Darah Ibrahim

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Background: A foodborne bacterium, Bacillus cereus is one of the common food contaminants that could cause food poising with several sickness symptoms to humans. Objective: This study was undertaken to evaluate the effect of ethyl acetate extract of endophytic fungus, Lasiodiplodia pseudotheobromae Industrial Biotechnology Research Laboratory (IBRL) OS-64 towards a test bacterium, B. cereus with emphasis on bacterial growth reduction and cell morphological changes. Materials and Methods: The ethyl acetate (fermentative broth) and methanolic (fungal biomass) extracts were screened for their antibacterial activity against test bacteria via agar disc diffusion assay. Results: The results demonstrated that there is a significant …


Alpinia Galanga Extract Induces Senescence In Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor 2-Overexpressing Breast Cancer Cells, Riris Istighfari Jenie, Ragil Anang Santoso, Irfani Aura Salsabila, Nadzifa Nugraheni, Edy Meiyanto Jan 2021

Alpinia Galanga Extract Induces Senescence In Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor 2-Overexpressing Breast Cancer Cells, Riris Istighfari Jenie, Ragil Anang Santoso, Irfani Aura Salsabila, Nadzifa Nugraheni, Edy Meiyanto

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Background: Alpinia galanga L. (galangal) is a widely known spice in Southeast Asia. A previous study indicated that its active compounds might effectively inhibit (human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 [HER2])-overexpressing breast cancer cell proliferation. Objective: Our study aimed to investigate the antiproliferation activity of galangal extract (GE) on HER2- overexpressing breast cancer cells by analyzing GE cytotoxicity and its mechanism of action. Materials and Methods: We used HCC1954 cell line as a model. We observed the effect of GE (10–200 μg/mL) on cell growth using 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide assay. The modulation of GE on cell cycle, apoptosis, and the intracellular …


Synthesis, In Silico Analysis And Antidepressant Activity Of Pyrazoline Analogs, Natasha Naval Aggarwal, Banylla Felicity Dkhar Gatphoh, M. Vijay Kumar, Sawan Ghetia, B. C. Revanasiddappa Jan 2021

Synthesis, In Silico Analysis And Antidepressant Activity Of Pyrazoline Analogs, Natasha Naval Aggarwal, Banylla Felicity Dkhar Gatphoh, M. Vijay Kumar, Sawan Ghetia, B. C. Revanasiddappa

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Objective: This study is undertaken to design and synthesize new pyrazoline derivatives and to evaluate their antidepressant efficacy by in silico and in vivo studies. Materials and Methods: The title compounds pyrazoline derivatives (PY1-PY9) were yielded by the cyclization of chalcones (C1-C9) with phenylhydrazine HCl in glacial acetic acid. FT-IR, 1H-NMR, and mass spectral data established the structures of the newly synthesized compounds. In silico analysis was carried out using Schrodinger 2018-3 suite device Maestro and docked to the binding site of Human MAO-A enzyme (2Z5X). In vivo antidepressant study was performed by tail suspension method and forced swimming test. …


Synthesis, Molecular Docking, And Biological Evaluation Of Novel 2-(3-Chlorophenyl) Quinoline-4-Carboxamide Derivatives As Potent Anti-Breast Cancer And Antibacterial Agents, Kailas W. Shinde, Prashant S. Kharkar, Chetan P. Shah, Shrimant V. Rathod Jan 2021

Synthesis, Molecular Docking, And Biological Evaluation Of Novel 2-(3-Chlorophenyl) Quinoline-4-Carboxamide Derivatives As Potent Anti-Breast Cancer And Antibacterial Agents, Kailas W. Shinde, Prashant S. Kharkar, Chetan P. Shah, Shrimant V. Rathod

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Objectives: The study aims to synthesize and to evaluate the anti-breast cancer and antibacterial activity of some novel quinoline-4-carboxamide derivatives. Materials and Methods: A series of novel quinoline analogs 6a-6j with varied substituent (X = H, F, OCH3, NO2) were synthesized from aniline through multi-step reactions in good yields. All analogues were confirmed by spectral characterization, namely, FT-IR, MS, 1H-NMR, and 13C-NMR. All the molecules were evaluated for their anticancer activity against a breast cancer cell line, MDA-MB-231 by MTT assay, and antibacterial activity against Gram-positive bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus 6538p and Bacillus subtilis) and Gram-negative bacteria (Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas …


Doxorubicin Modulates P-Glycoprotein Transcription Differently During Caco-2 Differentiation, Udomsak Udomnilobol, Suree Jianmongko Jan 2021

Doxorubicin Modulates P-Glycoprotein Transcription Differently During Caco-2 Differentiation, Udomsak Udomnilobol, Suree Jianmongko

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

P-glycoprotein (P-gp) is an efflux transporter protecting cells from various chemical threats. Upregulation of P-gp expression, mediated by reactive oxygen species (ROS), has been reported in doxorubicin-treated cells. However, during cell differentiation cellular redox status may vary. This study investigated the influence of cell differentiation on doxorubicin-mediated P-gp expression in Caco-2 cells, and its relation to cellular redox status. During 21-day culture, Caco-2 cells were divided into pre-, during-, and post-differentiation, based on total cell numbers, percentage of G0/G1 cells, and alkaline phosphatase activity. Our study demonstrated that Caco-2 cells were in a more reduced state on differentiation. At low …


Evaluation Of Acute Oral Toxicity Of Methanolic Fractions Of Sesbania Grandiflora Linn. Roots In Albino Mice, N. S. Vinay, S. Babitha, R. Nandeesh, S. Paramesh, E. Manjunath, J. P. Geetha, V. P. Veerapur, B. Swetha, H. V. Keerthi Prasanth Jan 2021

Evaluation Of Acute Oral Toxicity Of Methanolic Fractions Of Sesbania Grandiflora Linn. Roots In Albino Mice, N. S. Vinay, S. Babitha, R. Nandeesh, S. Paramesh, E. Manjunath, J. P. Geetha, V. P. Veerapur, B. Swetha, H. V. Keerthi Prasanth

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Introduction: Although Sesbania grandiflora Linn. roots have valuable pharmacological effects, the comprehensive awareness about its toxicity potential has been lacking. Objectives: The objectives of the study were to assess the acute oral toxicity of methanolic fraction of S. grandiflora root (MFSGR). Materials and Methods: The female albino mice were divided into two groups (n = 5), one group served as normal control while the other treated with MFSGR (2000 mg/kg, p.o). Both the groups of mice were observed for 14 days for various parameters according to the Organization for Economic Cooperative and Development guidelines 425 TG. Results: Oral administration of …


Doxepin Accelerates The Healing Process Of Burn Wounds In Mice, Elham Saberzadeh, Mohsen Zabihi, Ehsan Motaghi, Fatemeh Shishehbor Jan 2021

Doxepin Accelerates The Healing Process Of Burn Wounds In Mice, Elham Saberzadeh, Mohsen Zabihi, Ehsan Motaghi, Fatemeh Shishehbor

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Wound healing following a skin burn is still a concern due to poor effectiveness and the side effects of the available topical and systemic drugs. Doxepin hydrochloride is an approved antidepressant drug (Application No.: 022036) which is effective for the treatment of moderate pruritus in patients with eczema and atopic dermatitis. The current study has evaluated the effect of topical and systemic doxepin to improve the histopathologic process of second-degree burn wound in mice. The mice were divided into six groups (n = 6), including topical normal saline group, topical glycerin group, positive control group (topical phenytoin), topical doxepin 5% …


Characterization Of Acyclovir-Isonicotinamide Cocrystal By Solvent Evaporation Method With Ethanol And Glacial Acetic Acid, Hansen Pradana Sutedjo, Agnes Nuniek Winantari, Roisah Nawatila Jan 2021

Characterization Of Acyclovir-Isonicotinamide Cocrystal By Solvent Evaporation Method With Ethanol And Glacial Acetic Acid, Hansen Pradana Sutedjo, Agnes Nuniek Winantari, Roisah Nawatila

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Background: Acyclovir is used as the first-line therapy for genital herpes simplex virus, but acyclovir has low solubility and bioavailability. Acyclovir has a water solubility of 2.5 mg/ml at 37°C and belongs to Class IV according to the bioavailability classification system. Cocrystalization is a technology that can be used to improve the solubility of materials by modifying the physical properties of materials, such as melting points, stability, mechanical properties, and polymorphisms of materials. Materials and Method: This study aims to prepare cocrystal of acyclovir with isonicotinamide as coformer using different solvents, namely, ethanol and glacial acetic acid by solvent evaporation …


Subacute Toxicity Study And Clinical Trials For Ziziphus Spina-Christi Leaves Extract As An Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, Abdulkarim K.Y. Alzomor, Wafa M. Al-Madhagi, Nahlah M. Sallam, Haytham Mojamel, Mostafa M. Alawar, Abdulfattah G. Al-Hetari Jan 2021

Subacute Toxicity Study And Clinical Trials For Ziziphus Spina-Christi Leaves Extract As An Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, Abdulkarim K.Y. Alzomor, Wafa M. Al-Madhagi, Nahlah M. Sallam, Haytham Mojamel, Mostafa M. Alawar, Abdulfattah G. Al-Hetari

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

In light of recent developments in the scientific and technological world, herbs are widely used as remedial agents. This study was aimed to formulate and evaluate the safety and the efficacy of herbal antidandruff shampoo from Ziziphus spina-christi (Sidr) leaves extract, which is used traditionally for several medical and cosmetic purposes. Sidr leaves were extracted by maceration using ethanol as a solvent. The antifungal activity of the plant extract was tested against M. furfur. In-vivo study of the extract has been evaluated with daily oral doses (50, 100, and 200 mg/kg) for 28 days for tested rats, followed by, evaluation …


High Dietary Salt Intake Alleviates Fasting Blood Glucose In Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Male Wistar Rats, Jerome Ndudi Asiwe, Kenneth Kelechi Anachuna, Emuesiri Goodies Moke, Kamaldeen Olalekan Sanusi, David Ehikhuemen Okonofua, Oghenerukevwe Omeru, Adesoji Adedipe Fasanmade Jan 2021

High Dietary Salt Intake Alleviates Fasting Blood Glucose In Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Male Wistar Rats, Jerome Ndudi Asiwe, Kenneth Kelechi Anachuna, Emuesiri Goodies Moke, Kamaldeen Olalekan Sanusi, David Ehikhuemen Okonofua, Oghenerukevwe Omeru, Adesoji Adedipe Fasanmade

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Objectives: Hypertension and type 2 diabetes are common comorbidities. Studies have shown that hypertension is twofold as common in diabetic patients compared with non-diabetics. Excessive intake of dietary salt has reportedly caused increase in blood pressure. This study investigated the effects of high dietary salt intake on diabetic rats. Materials and Methods: Twenty-eight animals were randomly selected into four groups (n = 7). Group 1 (normal control), fed with standard rats’ feed; Group 2 (diabetic control), streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats fed with normal diet; Group 3 (salt control), fed with 8% salt (high salt) diet; Group 4 (test group), streptozotocin-induced diabetic …


Anthraquinones Extracted From Rubia Cordifolia Linn As Potential Ligands To Treat Alzheimer’S Disease, Pottella Srinivasulu, Janga Ramesh Babu, T.N.V. Ganesh Kumar, Padarthi Pavan Kumar, S. Vidyadhara Jan 2021

Anthraquinones Extracted From Rubia Cordifolia Linn As Potential Ligands To Treat Alzheimer’S Disease, Pottella Srinivasulu, Janga Ramesh Babu, T.N.V. Ganesh Kumar, Padarthi Pavan Kumar, S. Vidyadhara

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Objective: The present investigation aims to predict the pharmacokinetic aspects and assessing the anti-Alzheimer’s activity using both molecular docking platform and ex vivo pharmacological studies on muscle contraction. Materials and Methods: 2-Methyl Anthraquinone (MAQ) and Quinizarine (QNZ) were isolated from Rubia cordifolia L., and evaluated for absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion, and toxicity. Molecular docking was performed with the help of Mcule software on five drug targets acetylcholinesterase enzyme (AChE), cyclin-dependent kinase5 (CDK5), glycogen synthase kinase 3β (GSK3β), monoamine oxidase (MAO-B), and β-secretase enzyme (BACE). The pharmacological activity was screened by recording the muscle contractions of chick ileum. Results: The selected …