Paulin Mutwale Kapepula1,*,Ondze Jacques Trésor2,Njakarinala Ranarivelo3,Ange Mouithys-Mickalad4,Thierry Franck4,Michel Kasongo Kawayidiko2,Arthur Duki Mpanzu2,Michel Frédérich5,Nadège Ngombe Kabamba1,Christophe Masiala Tsobo2 1Centre d’Etudes des Substances Naturelles d’Origine Végétale (CESNOV), Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Kinshasa, Kinshasa, CONGO.2Service of Bromatology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Kinshasa, Kinshasa, CONGO.3Génie des Procédés et des Systèmes Industriels, Agricoles et Alimentaires (GPSIAA), University of Antananarivo, Antananarivo, MADAGASCAR.4Centre for Oxygen Research and Development (C.O.R.D.), Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Medicines (CIRM), University of Liège, Liège, BELGIUM.5Laboratory of Pharmacognosy, Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Medicines (CIRM), University of Liège, Liège, BELGIUM. DOI: 10.5530/pc.2022.3.21 ABSTRACT Introduction: Nutrition is an important aspect…
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Yang Chen1, Ian Edwin Cock1,2,*1School of Environment and Science, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, Brisbane, AUSTRALIA.2Centre for Planetary Health and Food Security, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, Brisbane, AUSTRALIA.DOI: 10.5530/pc.2022.3.22 ABSTRACT Introduction: An increase in antibiotic resistance and a corresponding decrease in antimicrobial discovery have directed researchers towards alternative therapies, including plant-based medicines. However, synergistic combinations of plant extracts with conventional antibiotics may be a more effective approach in overcoming resistance and potentiating the activity of antibiotics that are otherwise ineffective against resistant bacterial strains. Materials and Methods: The antibacterial activity of Rheum palmatum L. (Turkey rhubarb) root extracts was investigated by…
Dr. I E Cock1,21School of Environment and Science, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, 170 Kessels Rd, Nathan, Brisbane, Queensland-4111, AUSTRALIA.2Centre for Planetary Health and Food Security, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, 170 Kessels Rd, Nathan, Brisbane, Queensland-4111, AUSTRALIA.DOI: 10.5530/pc.2022.3.23 ABSTRACT South Africa has a well-documented history of medicinal plant usage to treat a myriad of medical conditions, including for the prevention and treatment of bacterial1 and viral respiratory diseases.2 Those studies have highlighted a number of plant species that may provide promising leads for drug leads against respiratory diseases, including COVID-19. An ongoing study by researchers from the Durban University of Technology…
I E Cock1,2,*1Centre for Planetary Health and Food Security, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, Nathan, Brisbane, Queensland, AUSTRALIA.2School of Environment and Science, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, Nathan, Brisbane, Queensland, AUSTRALIA.DOI: 10.5530/pc.2022.3.24 Onopordum acanthium L. (family Asteraceae; commonly known as Scotch (or Scottish) thistle) is native to the British Isles, although it has been widely naturalised globally. It is used in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory, anticancer and cardiotonic agent. The aerial parts is rich in flavonoids, phenylpropanoids, lignans, tritrerpenoids, sesquiterpenoid actones and sterols. Read more . . Download PDF
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I.E. Cock1,2,*Editor-In-Chief1Centre for Planetary Health and food Security, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, Brisbane, Queensland, AUSTRALIA.2School of Natural Sciences, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, Brisbane, Queensland, AUSTRALIA.DOI: 10.5530/pc.2022.2.9 ABSTRACT I am pleased to bring you volume 12, issue 2 of Pharmacognosy Communications. In this issue, we present evaluations of the behavioural and metabolic responses to coercive stress in Wistar rats, as well as the phytochemistry and haem polymerisation activity of Strychnos lucida. We also present new research reports examining the antibacterial properties and phytochemistry of Artemisia annua, Apium graveolens, Tasmannia lanceolatta, Tasmannia insipida, and some pure phytochemicals (curcumin, lupeol and piperine). Read…
Uswatun Khasanah1,*, Novia Ariani2, Yumna Nadya Aprilia2, Sri Winarsih11Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine, Brawijaya University, Malang, East Java, INDONESIA.2Undergraduate Student of Pharmacy Program Study, Faculty of Medicine, Brawijaya University, Malang, INDONESIA.DOI: 10.5530/pc.2022.2.10 ABSTRACT Background: Strychnos lucida R. Br. is used empirically by people in Eastern Indonesia to treat malaria symptoms. The Indonesian government has set a decrease in malaria morbidity as a long-term target. This study aimed to determine haem polymerization inhibitory activity and screen secondary metabolites of root extract and fractions from S. lucida. Materials and Methods: Screening of secondary metabolites of root extract and fractions were performed…
Xing Wang1, Ian E. Cock1,2,*1School of Environment and Science, Griffith University, Nathan, Queensland, AUSTRALIA.2Centre for Planetary Health and Food Security, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, Queensland, AUSTRALIA.DOI: 10.5530/pc.2022.2.11 ABSTRACT Background: Artemisia annua L. has been used traditionally to treat numerous infectious diseases, including many caused by bacterial pathogens. However, A. annua extracts are yet to be tested for the ability to inhibit the growth of bacterial triggers of autoimmune diseases. Methods: Antimicrobial activity was assessed using disc diffusion and liquid dilution minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) assays against a panel of bacterial triggers of some autoimmune diseases. Interactions between the A. annua…
Chahira Retem, Samir Djemli*, Fella Chebbah, Ines Refes, Amina Djouini, Bairi AbdelmadjidDepartment of Biology, Applied Neuroendocrinology Laboratory, Faculty of Sciences, Badji Mokhtar Annaba University, Annaba, ALGERIADOI: 10.5530/pc.2022.2.12 ABSTRACT Background: Stress is a strain on our mental and physical functions caused by various aversive and harmful events, inducing adaptive biological responses. However, if a stressful situation is too intense or persists over time, its repercussions on the individual become pathogenic. Stress also affects the animal world and represents an ethical and economic problem for farm animals and their welfare. Aim: The aim of our study is to evaluate the effect of…
Jason Batten1, Ian E Cock1,2,*1School of Environment and Science, Griffith University, Nathan, Queensland, AUSTRALIA.2Centre for Planetary Health and Food Security, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, Nathan, Queensland, AUSTRALIA.DOI: 10.5530/pc.2022.2.13 ABSTRACT Background: Apium graveolens L. (commonly known as celery) seeds have been used traditionally to treat a variety of conditions including bacterial infections and inflammation. There is also considerable recent interest in its use as a complementary medicine. However, they are yet to be tested for the ability to inhibit the growth of bacterial triggers of autoimmune diseases. Methods: Antimicrobial activity was assessed using disc diffusion and liquid dilution minimum inhibitory concentration…