Characterizing the Antihyperglycemic Activity and Underlying Mechanisms of the Aqueous Extract of the Leaves from Ficus carica L. [PDF]
Ficus carica L. is traditionally used for diabetes management. This study evaluated the antihyperglycemic activity, safety, possible mechanisms, and phytochemical composition of its aqueous leaf extract (EAcFc).
Fernando Calzada +5 more
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A comprehensive safety evaluation of approved 2′-fucosyllactose for human nutritional applications in China [PDF]
Background2′-Fucosyllactose (2′-FL), as a significant human milk oligosaccharide, plays a crucial role in infant formula products. This study aims to provide a scientific basis for the safe application of 2′-FL by systematically evaluating its ...
Jiangge Zheng +5 more
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Stevia rebaudiana extract (main components: chlorogenic acid and its analogues) as a new safe feed additive: evaluation of acute toxicity, sub chronic toxicity, genotoxicity, and teratogenicity [PDF]
IntroductionStevia rebaudiana extract (SREC), primarily composed of chlorogenic acid and its analogues, is a promising feed additive with potential benefits for livestock performance, gut health, and antioxidant capacity.
Yuting Li +5 more
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Safety Evaluation of the Aqueous Extract of the Mixture of Persea americana (Lauraceae), Cymbopogon citratus (Poaceae), Fruits of Citrus medica (Rutaceae), and Honey in Wistar Rat [PDF]
As part of the valorization of traditional medicine drugs, toxicological studies were carried out on the mixture of the aqueous extract of Persea americana, Cymbopogon citratus, Citrus medica, and honey, a traditional mixture recognized for its ...
Malane Nsangou Aicha El Ramadan +10 more
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Repeated Systemic Toxicity Tests: A Call for Proper Understanding of Tests Durations Nomenclature [PDF]
Background: Testing of substances such as drugs, food, cosmetics, and chemicals meant for human utilization requires necessary guidelines to be followed.
Earnest Erhirhie, Goodies Moke
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Safety evaluation of extracellular vesicles derived from hypoxia primed mesenchymal stem cells of umbilical cord and adipose tissue [PDF]
Extracellular vesicles (EVs) hold great promise as regenerative therapeutics due to their roles in intercellular communication and tissue repair. This study aimed to assess the safety of EVs derived from human mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) obtained from ...
Quyen Thi Nguyen +10 more
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Background. The product combination of Piper crocatum Ruiz. and Pav., Phyllanthus niruri Linn., and Typhonium flagelliforme (Lodd.) BL ethanolic extract (SKM) exerts immunomodulatory activity.
Retno Murwanti +9 more
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Evaluation of acute, subacute, and subchronic toxicity of a hepatoprotective herbal formulation
Background: The possible toxicity of natural products must be tested before being used in the market. The present work aimed to evaluate acute, subacute, and subchronic toxicity of an herbal formulation containing Anethum graveolens, Cynara scolymus ...
Abolfazl Bemidinezhad +5 more
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Background: In developing a pharmaceutical product, it is necessary to conduct pre-clinical and clinical trials to ensure its safety and effectiveness.
Aniek Setiya Budiatin +6 more
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Toxicological evaluation of lactase derived from recombinant Pichia pastoris. [PDF]
A recombinant lactase was expressed in Pichia pastoris, resulting in enzymatic activity of 3600 U/mL in a 5 L fermenter. The lactase product was subjected to a series of toxicological tests to determine its safety for use as an enzyme preparation in the ...
Shiying Zou +7 more
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