August 2012

Comparison of the effects of curcuminoid from Curcuma domestica Val. rhizome extract and diclofenac sodium on the liver function of patients with osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is the most frequent joint disease worldwide. Patients with osteoarthritis mostly use non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as diclofenac sodium for reducing pain. Diclofenac sodium frequently disturbs the liver function. Curcuminoid has an anti-inflammatory activity and some references state that curcuminoid protects the liver function. The purpose of this study was to compare the...

Author(s): Nyoman Kertia, Ahmad Husain Asdie, Wasilah Rochmah and Marsetyawan

August 2012

Antioxidant and phytochemical profile of aqueous and ethanolic extract of Garcinia kola

Garcinia kola is widely consumed habitually and used as traditional remedy for various diseases in Nigeria. However, information with respect to the effect of using different solvents of extraction on its antioxidant properties is scanty. Therefore, the present study investigates the effect of different solvents on the phytochemical constituents and antioxidant properties of G. kola. Phytochemicals...

Author(s): Ogunmoyole T., Olalekan O.O., Fatai O., Makun J. O. and  Kade I.J