abstract：:Gastric administration of encapsuled garlic powder to anaesthetized dogs induced dose-dependent (2.5 to 15 mg/kg) natriuretic and diuretic responses which reached maximum 30-40 min after garlic administration and decreased to basal levels after 100-150 min. A simultaneous decrease in arterial blood pressure was observ...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Pantoja CV,Chiang LC,Norris BC,Concha JB

更新日期：1991-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Field enquiries on the plants used to treat diseases in villages of Seberida Municipality indicated that a large number of plant species (at least 100) are being used in therapy. Many of the uses, however, are magical in nature. Those in which a cause-effect relationship may be established (56) are presented in this p...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Mahyar UW,Burley JS,Gyllenhaal C,Soejarto DD

更新日期：1991-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The antihypertensive action of a procyanidin glycoside isolated from Rhamnus lycioides aerial parts was studied in spontaneously and renal hypertensive rats. This compound, like 20 micrograms/kg i.v. of captopril, produced a very clear in vivo inhibition of angiotensin I converting enzyme when given at a dose of 3 mg/...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Terencio MC,Sanz MJ,Paya M

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The oral hypoglycaemic activity of Momordica charantia fruit juice was investigated in rats with streptozotocin-induced diabetes. Oral administration of the juice (10 ml/kg for 30 days) did not show a significant effect, either acute or cumulative, on the ability to tolerate an external glucose load. The glycosylated ...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Karunanayake EH,Jeevathayaparan S,Tennekoon KH

更新日期：1990-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A room temperature aqueous extract of the roots of Taverniera abyssinica antagonized the contractile responses of the guinea-pig ileum to acetylcholine and histamine. The extract also relaxed the smooth muscle of the rabbit duodenum, abolished the pendular contractions and antagonized the effects of acetylcholine and ...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Noamesi BK,Bogale M,Dagne E

更新日期：1990-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effect of a methanol extract of Sophora flavescens root was examined on gastric ulcers induced in rats by HCl/ethanol in order to substantiate its reputed protective properties. Oral doses of 1 g/kg completely suppressed ulceration. Results suggest that oral administration of 50 mg/kg of vexibinol, a flavanol foun...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Yamahara J,Mochizuki M,Fujimura H,Takaishi Y,Yoshida M,Tomimatsu T,Tamai Y

更新日期：1990-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lyophilised aqueous extract of Euphorbia hirta L. (Euphorbiaceae) has been evaluated for behavioral effects in mice. The extract did not induce any toxic effect when it was administered i.p. and orally. Sedative properties could be confirmed with high doses (100 mg of dried plant/kg, and more), by a decrease of behavi...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Lanhers MC,Fleurentin J,Cabalion P,Rolland A,Dorfman P,Misslin R,Pelt JM

更新日期：1990-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The petroleum either extract and methanol extract of the bark of Alstonia scholaris were found to be devoid of antiamalarial activity in mice infected with Plasmodium berghei. However, a dose-dependent improvement of conditions and delayed mortality amongst animals receiving methanol extract of A. scholaris was notice...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Gandhi M,Vinayak VK

更新日期：1990-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The antibacterial activities of the methanol and hot and cold aqueous extracts of the leaves of Aspilia africana, Ficus exasperata and Mareya micrantha were bioassayed against three Gram-negative and three Gram-positive bacterial species: Aerobacter aerogenes, Agrobacterium tumefaciens, Bacillus subtilis, Clostridium ...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Macfoy CA,Cline EI

更新日期：1990-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An ethanol extract of Acorus calamus rhizomes was screened for CNS effects using a battery of 20 tests in rats and mice. The extract exhibited a large number of actions similar to alpha-asarone (an active principle of A. calamus) but differed from the latter in several other respects including the responses to electro...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Vohora SB,Shah SA,Dandiya PC

更新日期：1990-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A list of newly identified plants is presented to supplement Part I (Joly et al. (1987) Journal of Ethnopharmacology 20, 145-171). A comparative analysis is made between our work and two other recent inventories of plants used by the Guaymi Indians of Panama and Costa Rica. As in Part I, the results of a literature su...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Joly LG,Guerra S,Séptimo R,Solís PN,Correa MD,Gupta MP,Levy S,Sandberg F,Perera P

更新日期：1990-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The present paper reviews the active, natural principles and crude extracts of plants which have been experimentally studied for hypoglycemic activity in the last ten years. Phytoconstituents with known structures have been classified in appropriate chemical groups and the active crude extracts have been listed alphab...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Ivorra MD,Payá M,Villar A

更新日期：1989-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effects of cryptolepine alone and in combination with other antiplatelet agents have been investigated using a mouse model of arterial thrombosis. Intraperitoneal premedication with crytolepine produced 25% maximal protection at 1 mg/kg while dipyridamole producedd a 20% maximal effect at 2 mg/kg. Higher doses of ...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Oyekan AO,Okafor JP

更新日期：1989-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:More than 100 antileukodermic recipes, involving about 80 plant species used in Italy through the centuries, were collected from Renaissance texts, folk medicine and contemporary herbal usage. The possible efficacy of the recorded plants in stimulating physiological skin pigmentation is discussed in the light of prese...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Capitanio M,Cappelletti EM,Filippini R

更新日期：1989-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study isolates and characterizes the anti-complement constituent(s) present in the latex of Jatropha multifida, in an attempt to explain the traditional application of the latex in the treatment of infected wounds. Guided by the inhibition of classical pathway (CP) complement activity in human serum, a polymer wa...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Kosasi S,Hart LA,van Dijk H,Labadie RP

更新日期：1989-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ethomedical uses of the plant, Uraria picta (Leguminosae), in Nigeria include the control of ectoparasites in man and domestic animals. Total and fractionated extracts of this plant have been assessed for acaricidal activity on Ixodes ricinus. All the extracts were acaricidal to the test organisms. Methanolic extract ...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Igboechi AC,Osazuwa EO,Igwe UE

更新日期：1989-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effect of an aqueous extract of Moringa oleifera roots was studied histologically on the genital tract of ovariectomized rats in the presence and absence of estradiol dipropionate and progesterone. Administration of the extract itself stimulated the uterine histoarchitecture as revealed by increases in the height ...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Shukla S,Mathur R,Prakash AO

更新日期：1989-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Semecarpus anacardium nuts are used for variety of disorders in Ayurveda. A chloroform extract of the nut significantly reduced acute carrageenan-induced paw oedema in rats and was active against the secondary lesions of adjuvant-induced arthritis. Delayed hypersensitivity induced in mice by sheep red blood cells as a...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Saraf MN,Ghooi RB,Patwardhan BK

更新日期：1989-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Various aspects of medicinal plant research, i.e. collection of data, screening for biological activity and isolation and identification of active compounds are briefly discussed with special reference to phytochemical aspects. Based upon this some topics for further methodological research are presented. A strategy f...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Verpoorte R

更新日期：1989-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:While fish chemotherapy is not a common practice in México, folk medicine is usually well accepted by fish farmers. Empirical knowledge suggested that garlic should have anthelmintic properties. Various trials were carried out in Cyprinus carpio infested with Capillaria sp., using minced garlic and its extracts. An em...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Peña N,Auró A,Sumano H

更新日期：1988-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Keishi-bukuryo-gan (TJ-25) is a traditional Chinese herbal remedy containing five components: bark of Cinnamomum cassia, root of Paeonia lactiflora, seed of Prunus persica or P. persiba var. davidiana, carpophores of Poria cocos and root bark of Paeonia suffruticosa. This preparation has been used in the treatment of ...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Sakamoto S,Kudo H,Kawasaki T,Kuwa K,Kasahara N,Sassa S,Okamoto R

更新日期：1988-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A total of 260 extracts have been prepared from 75 medicinal plant species collected in Africa, Panama and Mauritius. Three different concentrations of each extract have been screened in vitro for cytotoxic activity using a colorimetric assay to determine cell survival of human colon carcinoma Co115 cells. Fifteen pla...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Chapuis JC,Sordat B,Hostettmann K

更新日期：1988-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Achyrocline satureioides (Lam.) DC. inflorescences have been used as remedies in folk medicine for the treatment of a variety of human ailments, particularly those of the gastrointestinal tract. Different extracts of inflorescences have been tested for anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antispasmodic, constipating and seda...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Simões CM,Schenkel EP,Bauer L,Langeloh A

更新日期：1988-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:After a short description of the uses of pineapple as folk medicine by the natives of the tropics, the more important new pharmaceutical applications of bromelain, reported between 1975 and 1978, are presented. Although the exact chemical structure of all active components of bromelain is not fully determined, this su...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Taussig SJ,Batkin S

更新日期：1988-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Plant material from 34 Amazonian species of the family Euphorbiaceae were collected and extracts prepared. Sixteen of these species have a documented use as a medicinal agent. The extracts were tested for their ability to inhibit the growth of the bacteria, Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus; the yeasts, Sacch...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Macrae WD,Hudson JB,Towers GH

更新日期：1988-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The term epilepsy is collectively designated for a group of chronic central nervous system disorders characterized by spontaneous occurrence of seizures generally associated with the loss of consciousness and body movements (convulsions). The disease has its origin from an early age. Anticonvulsant drugs are used to c...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Chauhan AK,Dobhal MP,Joshi BC

更新日期：1988-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The oleoresin from Brazilian Copaifera species yielded copalic acid and sesquiterpenes and showed marked anti-inflammatory activity using various experimental models in rats. The oleoresin significantly inhibited carrageenin-induced pedal edema following oral doses from 0.70 to 2.69 ml/kg, but was somewhat less effect...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Basile AC,Sertié JA,Freitas PC,Zanini AC

更新日期：1988-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several high performance liquid chromatographic methods for the analysis of gossypol in different kinds of sample were developed. (1) Pure gossypol: separation on C18 column with MeOH/H2O/CHCl3 (70:30:40) containing 0.1% H3PO4 as mobile phase or on SO3H column with MeOH/citrate buffer (pH 6.3) (55:45) as mobile phase ...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Wang MZ

更新日期：1987-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aqueous extract of Portulaca oleracea produced skeletal muscle relaxation in rats following i.p. or oral administration, as assessed by the prolongation of pull-up time. The i.p. route of administration was more effective. When compared with chlordiazepoxide (20 mg/kg, i.p.), diazepam (40 mg/kg, i.p.) and dantrole...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Parry O,Okwuasaba FK,Ejike C

更新日期：1987-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper describes an ethnopharmacological study of two remote settlements in Indonesia. Interviews with practitioners of traditional medicine (dukuns) were carried out to determine the vernacular names of plants used for medicinal purposes. Parts used, methods of preparation and the medicinal uses of 158 species ar...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Elliott S,Brimacombe J

更新日期：1987-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Croton macrostachys seeds are widely used in Somalia as a purgative. In the present study, pharmacologic and chemical investigations confirm the laxative effect of the seeds and indicate the presence of phorbolesters. There appears to be no direct correlation between phorbolester content and laxative effect. ...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Mazzanti G,Bolle P,Martinoli L,Piccinelli D,Grgurina I,Animati F,Mugné Y

更新日期：1987-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Six plant-derived simple beta-carboline alkaloids and eight other plant derivatives were tested for activity against the protozoan parasite, Trypanosoma cruzi, the organism responsible for Chagas' disease. The plant alkaloids in this study were screened using an in vitro test against epimastigotes. Four beta-carboline...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Cavin JC,Krassner SM,Rodriguez E

更新日期：1987-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One hundred informants including full time/part time herbalists, old ladies, family heads and village heads were interviewed for the type of plants used in their homes for the treatment of some common diseases. Forty eight plant species were found to be used by Ondo people in folk medicine. Fourteen species were found...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Gill LS,Akinwumi C

更新日期：1986-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The anticonvulsant effect of the volatile oil extracted from the fresh fruits of Tetrapleura tetraptera was investigated in mice. The results obtained show that the fresh oil given intraperitoneally offers some protection against leptazol-induced convulsions. A dose of 0.4 ml of the oil per mouse protected 78% of the ...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Nwaiwu JI,Akah PA

更新日期：1986-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Preliminary phytochemical investigation of the leaves of Synclisia scabrida indicated the presence of two alkaloids in the water extracts and five alkaloids in the ethanol extracts. The alkaloidal fraction obtained from the cold ethanol extract furnished on column-chromatography, a homogeneous amorphous solid which ha...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Sokomba E,Wambebe C,Chowdhury BK,Iriah J,Ogbeide ON,Orkor D

更新日期：1986-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Investigations were carried out to evaluate the effect of Momordica charantia on the glucose tolerance of maturity onset diabetic patients. The fruit juice of M. charantia was found to significantly improve the glucose tolerance of 73% of the patients investigated while the other 27% failed to respond. ...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Welihinda J,Karunanayake EH,Sheriff MH,Jayasinghe KS

更新日期：1986-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A herbal tea (called an abafado in Brazil) prepared from the dried leaves of lemongrass was administered to healthy volunteers. Following a single dose or 2 weeks of daily oral administration, the abafado produced no changes in serum glucose, urea, creatinine, cholesterol, triglycerides, lipids, total bilirubin, indir...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Leite JR,Seabra Mde L,Maluf E,Assolant K,Suchecki D,Tufik S,Klepacz S,Calil HM,Carlini EA

更新日期：1986-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The following ethnobotanical study is a compilation of medicinal Euphorbiaceae in West Africa (Senegal, Gambia, Guinea Bissau, Guinea, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Ivory Coast, Mali, Bourkina Faso, Ghana, Togo, Bénin, Niger, Nigeria), and includes 81 species distributed in 37 genera. It includes a reminder of the genera's p...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Stäuble N

更新日期：1986-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article examines data presented in Katz' book, Boiling Energy: Community Healing among the Kalahari Kung, particularly with regard to plant drugs present in the community during the 1968 visit. The author argues that the similarity of the Bushman trance state, kia and that of drug-induced altered states of consci...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Dobkin De Rios M

更新日期：1986-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several pharmacologic studies were carried out with an aqueous extract of Rhigiocarya racemifera after phytochemical tests revealed the main constituents to be glycosides, saponins and tannins. Studies on intact mice showed that the extract has an intraperitoneal LD50 of 142 mg/kg and that 50 mg/kg of the extract redu...

journal_title：Journal of ethnopharmacology

authors： Aguwa CN

更新日期：1986-02-01 00:00:00