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Ethanolic extract of Cissus quadrangularis improves vasoreactivity by modulation of eNOS expression and oxidative stress in spontaneously hypertensive rats

Clinical and Experimental Hypertension, 2022
Background Endothelial dysfunction is related to the reduced bioavailability of nitric oxide (NO) and plays a significant role in developing hypertension. The intake of a diet rich in antioxidants decreases the threat of hypertension.
Anees Ahmed Syed, Mohammed Shafiq, Mohammad Irshad Reza, Pragya Bharati, Athar Husain, Pragati Singh, Kashif Hanif, Jiaur R. Gayen   +7 more
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African Medicinal Plants in Cutaneous Wound Repair: A Comprehensive Analysis of the Role of Phytochemicals

International Wound Journal, Volume 22, Issue 8, August 2025.
ABSTRACT Chronic and non‐healing wounds are a global health issue with limited effective treatments. Wound care costs continue to rise, highlighting the need for new therapies. Medicinal plants, particularly African species, show promise for enhancing wound healing.
Philisiwe F. Molefe, Zeinab Ghasemishahrestani, Mzwandile Mbele, Sbonelo Khanyile, Jill Farrant, Nonhlanhla P. Khumalo, Ardeshir Bayat   +6 more
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Development of a sensorially acceptable food product from Cissus quadrangularis to create awareness among young adults

, 2021
Submitted in fulfilment of the requirements of the degree of Master of Applied Science in Food and Nutrition, Durban University of Technology, 2022.Among the main causes of food insecurity in Africa is drought which results in poor harvests for farmers.
Singh, Vihara
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Ethnoveterinary Practices Related to Captive Elephants in Sauraha, Chitwan, Nepal

Veterinary Medicine and Science, Volume 11, Issue 4, July 2025.
The study documented 42 plant species from 26 families used for treating 27 ailments of captive elephants in Sauraha, Nepal. Leaves were the most frequently used plant part, and the most common preparation method was paste formulation, followed by raw, juice, powder, roast, and decoction forms.
Sachin Devkota, Alok Dhakal, Sher Bahadur Jethara, Manish Chaudhary, Rakesh Kumar Yadav, Bijay Kumar Shrestha   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Photocatalytic removal of aldrin and dieldrin using graphene oxide and TiO2‐doped CuFe2O4

Journal of Chemical Technology &Biotechnology, Volume 100, Issue 1, Page 138-154, January 2025.
Abstract BACKGROUND Conventional treatment processes and existing photocatalysts have proven insufficient in efficiently removing aldrin and dieldrin. Consequently, this study aimed to investigate the removal of aldrin and dieldrin from surface water using a titanium dioxide/graphene oxide/copper ferrite (TiO₂/GO/CuFe₂O₄) nanocomposite.
Sevil Akçağlar
wiley   +1 more source

Nail Polishes: A Review on Composition, Presence of Toxic Components, and Inadequate Labeling

Dermatology Research and Practice, Volume 2025, Issue 1, 2025.
Nail polishes were developed in 1920, and since 1940, it has been known that these cosmetics contain toxic and sensitizing components. Over the years, nail polishes have undergone several changes in their formulation to avoid this problem, but new components have also been considered toxic and allergenic.
Aislana Cole de Paula, Fabrício Uliana, Eloi Alves da Silva Filho, Priscilla Paiva Luz, Craig G. Burkhart   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Antioxidant and Antityrosinase Activity of Extract

Natural Product Communications, 2013
The effects of Cissus quadrangularis Linn. extract on antioxidation and tyrosinase inhibition were investigated. The extract showed anti-oxidative activity with an IC 50 value of 522.0 μg/mL, and inhibitory effects on tyrosinase activity and melanin ...
Ikuko Suzu, Hiroki Goto, Nami Hiwatashi, Shinichiro Hattori, Kanjana Rotjanapan, Wilairat Leeanansaksiri, Seiji Okada   +6 more
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Prolifération de Cissus quadrangularis L. dans le Parc National des Iles-de-la-Madeleine, Sénégal

VertigO, 2016
National parks are representative protected areas of natural ecosystems of a country. The introduction of alien plants in natural systems present a risk to biodiversity conservation, particularly where protected areas are islands. In the past few years ,
Ephrem Nzengue, Bienvenu Sambou, Abou Thiam, Kandioura Noba, Yacinthe Sambou, Jacques François Mavoungou   +5 more
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A Phytochemical and Pharmacological Review of an Indian Plant: Cissus quadrangularis

The 2nd International Electronic Conference on Biomedicines, 2023
Cissus quadrangularis (Vitaceae) is a common perennial succulent climber plant belonging to the Vitaceae family. The plant has a strong pharmacological profile with a variety of phytoconstituents and is geographically distributed throughout tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is prominently found in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.
Hasni Sayyed Hamid, Sunila Patil
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The Use of (CQR-300) in the Management of Components of Metabolic Syndrome in Overweight and Obese Participants

Natural Product Communications, 2015
We have previously reported a wide range of components from Cissus quadrangularis with in vitro effects on lipases and glycosidases. We now report that a preparation of the plant (CQR-300) administered at 300 mg daily was effective in reducing weight, as
Dieudonne Kuate, Robert J. Nash, Barbara Bartholomew, Yana Penkova   +3 more
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