Vitamin E, having the well known antioxidant activity  through scavenging free radicals Ùˆ it occurs in several  isomeric forms , these isomers have relatively different functions . One of these actions is related to its ability to inhibit platelets aggregation and hence thrombosis. The present study included a total number of apparently healthy  62 males . 11of them served as standard group , treated  with 100 mg aspirin /day for more than one month . Another 31 subjects were randomly grouped into 5 groups that received different daily doses of α – tocopherol : 400 IU , 800 IU and 1200 IU for  2-6 months.The remainder ( 20 ) subjects served

Anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) are man-made derivatives of the male sex hormone testosterone, originally designed for therapeutic uses to provide higher anabolic potency with lower androgenic effects. Increasing numbers of young athletes are using these agents illicitly to enhance physical fitness, appearance, and performance despite their numerous side effects and worldwide banning.  Today, their use remains one of the main health problems in sports because of their availability and low price.  The present study focuses on investigating the adverse effects of anabolic androgenic steroid abuse on sex hormones, liver and renal function tests, fasting glucose levels and lipid metabolism in Iraqi male recreational bodybuilders

  In this study, the possible protective effects of daidzein on ifosfamide-induced neurotoxicity in male rats were examined by the determination of changes in selected oxidant–antioxidant markers of male rats’ brain tissue.

Twenty-eight (28) apparently-healthy Wistar male rats weighing (120-150gm) allocated into 4 groups (n=7) were used in this study. Rats orally-administered 1% tween 20 dissolved in distilled water/Control (Group I); rats were orally-administered daidzein suspension (100mg/kg) for 7 days (Group II); rats intraperitoneally-injected with a single dose of ifosfamide (500 mg/kg) (Group III); rats orally-administered for 7 days with the daidzein (100mg/

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   Nephrotoxicity is defined as rapid deterioration in kidney functions. It arises from direct exposure to drugs or their metabolites. Methotrexate is a famous chemotherapeutic drug with anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. A high-dose methotrexate-induced renal dysfunction can be life threatening. Cyanocobalamin, one of the forms of vitamin B₁₂, acts as a coenzyme in the conversion of homocysteine to methionine in the cytosol, and the conversion of methylmalonyl-CoA to succinyl-CoA in the mitochondrion. This study is designed to examine the effect of cyanocobalamin in two different doses each co-administered with methotrexate at 20 mg/kg induced nephrotoxicity in rat

Alpha-tocopherol acetate is one of the most important vitamin E derivatives,that were used  as antioxidants. Adsorbents like kaolin, magnesium carbonate, and microcrystalline cellulose were used successfully to incorporate oily alpha-tocopherol acetate into an acceptable powder dosage form. The results revealed that microcrystalline cellulose as an adsorbents gave the best results with 50% loading capacity at time, 8 minutes before and after incubation period (3 months at 30C°), while kaolin and magnesium carbonate have been shown a significant difference before and after incubation. Addition of 1% w/w magnesium carbonate to the kaolin enhanced the loading capacity by decreasing the time of adsorption from 20 to 6 minutes and 47

Ondansetron hydrochloride (ONH) is a very bitter, potent antiemetic drug used for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of chemotherapy or radiotherapy or postoperative induced emesis. The objective of this study is to formulate and evaluate of taste masked fast dissolving tablet (FDTs) of ONH to increase patient compliance.

 ONH taste masked granules were prepared by solid dispersion technique using Eudragit E100 polymer as an inert carrier. Solvent evaporation and fusion melting methods were used for such preparation.

Completely taste masking with zero release of drug in phosphate buffer pH 6.8was obtained from granules prepared by solvent evaporation method using drug: polymer ratio of 1:2, from which four formulas pas

Rheumatoid arthritis is a lifelong autoimmune arthritic disorder that mostly impacts the small joints, although it can also affect the larger joints. Infliximab is a chimeric monoclonal IgG antibody that specifically targets tumor necrosis factor, a crucial material associated with pathogenic processes. Remicade is an original medication of infliximab. Monitoring the trough level is essential for managing disease activity, while C-reactive protein (CRP) and Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) are utilized to detect inflammation and anticipate the drug's effectiveness. The study was designed to assess the impact of Remicade trough level on both disease activity and inflammatory biomarkers. A cross-sectional, observational research was ca

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Olanzapine (OLZ) is classified a typical antipsychotic drug, which utilized for treatment of schizophrenia. It possesses poor water solubility and high membrane permeability, so, OLZ classified as class II according to biopharmaceutical classification system (BCS). Its oral bioavailability is (60%) due to poor solubility and extensive first-pass hepatic metabolism. Hence, the objective of this study was to prepare and evaluate the nanoparticles of OLZ for transdermal delivery. Nanoprecipitation method was employed to formulate the nanoparticles, where methanol utilized to dissolve the drug and form organic phase, which was added to an aqueous phase that consist of deionized water and stabilizer at speed

Pharmaceutical companies assign a budget for activities and promotions that aim to change the prescription habits of the physicians to choose the most suitable medications for their patients, which will eventually grow their sales.

The study's objectives were to explore physicians' and medical representatives' perspectives on the criteria of impactful professional PP and the factors influencing the interaction between physicians and medical representatives.

Qualitative in-depth interviews with flexible probing techniques were carried out in 2023. A semi-structured, open-ended interview questionnaire was used to interview physicians and medical representatives (MRs) from different private clinics in several

Febuxostat (FEB) is a potent, non-purine-selective inhibitor of xanthine oxidoreductase used to manage gout. Gout is a type of arthritis that occurs due to the accumulation of uric acid crystals in the joints, leading to inflammation and pain. According to the Biopharmaceutical Classification System (BCS), FEB was classified under class II drugs. The low dissolution rate of the drug determines its bioavailability at approximately 49%. Drug nanosizing, such as Nanosuspensions (NS), represents an exciting and potentially beneficial method to improve the bioavailability of hydrophobic drugs. This study aimed to prepare and characterize FEB NS to increase the dissolution rate, which can enhance its oral bioavailability. Using solvent/anti-so

Clozapine (CLZ) is a tricyclic dibenzodiazepine, classified as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It belongs to the Biopharmaceutical Classification System (BCS) class II drug (High Permeability, Low Solubility), with a high first-pass effect. The current study used a technique called the solvent-antisolvent method to prepare a nanosuspension of clozapine with different stabilizers and solvents in an effort to increase the drug's solubility and dissolution. (Soluplus®, HPMC E15, PVA, Poloxamer 188, Poloxamer 407, PVP K30, PVP K90, and Tween 40) were used to produce the formula. Evaluations were done on particle size, PDI, zeta potential, and in vitro dissolution investigations. According to the data, all developed clozapine formulations h

Oro slippery tablets (OSTs) is a technique used to improve swallowing of tablets for patients with dysphagia. The aim of this study was to formulate irbesartan and hydrochlorothiazide as Oroslippery tablets (OST) containing 150 mg irbesartan and 25 mg hydrochlorothiazide for dysphagia patients. A simple and rapid method of analysis was developed and validated according to the ICH guideline using HPLC with UV detector. Tablets were prepared by direct compression and then coated with the slippery coat of three different concentrations of the slippering substance “xanthan gum’ (2%, 3% and 4%) in Opadry Colorcone® and evaluated according to USP. Slipperiness test was performed using Albino rabbits. Results showed that 2% xanthan gum gav

The fingerprinting DNA method which depends on the unique pattern in this study was employed to detect the hydatid cyst of Echinococcus granulosus and to determine the genetic variation among their strains in different intermediate hosts (cows and sheep).  The unique pattern represents the number of amplified bands and their molecular weights with specialized sequences to one sample which different from the other samples.   Five hydatitd cysts samples  from cows and sheep were  collected, genetic analysis for  isolated DNA was done using PCR technique and  Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA reaction(RAPD) depending on (4) random primers, and the results showed:      

Spiro-5-nitro isatino six memberd ring (quinazoline-4-one, thiazine-4-one and oxazine-4-one) respectively were produced by a cycloaddition of 5-nitro isatin Schiff bases [1–5] with anthranilic acid, o-mercapto benzoic acid and salicylic acid. 1HNMR and 13CNMR nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopies, as well as Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, were used to identify the structures of the obtained compounds. These spiro-5-nitro isatin are of interest to us due to their potential antioxidant and anticancer properties. The MTT assay ((3-(4,5-Dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-Diphenyltetrazolium Bromide)) was used to examine in vitro bioactivity testing against breast cancer (MCF-7) cell lines which compound 14 (IC50=79.85,

The aim of this study was to develop a bioinspired drug delivery system for tamoxifen citrate (TC) based on synthetic high density lipoproteins (sHDL). For this purpose, sHDL nanoparticles were prepared from a mimetic peptide (5A peptide) and different lipids using thin film hydration method followed by sonication and thermal cycling. Various formulation parameters including lipid composition, lipid to peptide ratio, and drug to carrier ratio had a remarkable impact on the properties and the release pattern of the nanoparticles. The optimized formula (F14) displayed a spherical morphology, average diameter of (35.7±12.4) nm, and a zeta potential (ζ) equals to (-48.4± 0.5) mV. The encapsulation efficiency and drug loading of F14 were (

In this study azithromycin was formulated for the first time as co-amorphous system suppository system to achieve the maximum bioavailability and to avoid the side effect that might be with oral route which is associated with this drug during treatment of Corona virus secondary bacterial infection. In this study the co-amorphous system was characterized by Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Powder X-ray Diffractometry (PXRD) and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR). Eight different suppository formulas were prepared, these formulas were subjected to the dissolution test by Ph. Eur. Apparatus I (basket apparatus). The antibacterial activity was measured by the agar well-diffusion method. The results reveal

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  The objective of this study was to investigate the phytochemical constituents of two different parts of Vigna radiata (seeds and sprouts), and identify their  anti angiogenic activity .the goal was achieved by Preliminary qualitative phytochemical screening for crude ethanolic extract of two parts of plant

 ; rat aorta anti-angiogenesis assay had been conducted for both extracts .   isolation , separation and purification of some phytochemical constituents that belong to important groups (flavonoids) from  n-butanol fraction extract of Vigna radiata plant had been done in pure form by using preparative thin layer chromatography ( PTLC ) and then

           Exposure to lead results in significant accumulation in most of vital organs, and free radical damage has been proposed as a cause of lead-induced tissue damage, where oxidative stress is a likely molecular mechanism. This study was designed to evaluate therapeutic effects of melatonin in lead-induced organ toxicity in rats. The therapeutic effects of melatonin on lead induced toxicity in rats were evaluated using 36 rats, which were allocated into 3 groups and treated as follows: Group I, includes 12 rats injected subcutaneously with 0.2 ml physiological saline for 30 days, followed by treatment with a daily dose of 20mg/kg melatonin, administrated I.P for the successive 30 da

          Cardiovascular risk is independently increased by plasma lipids abnormalities (low- density and high density lipoprotein -cholesterol and triglycerides). Most patients have more than one lipid abnormality. Combination therapy with lipid-modifying agents could offer an important therapeutic option for improving the overall lipid profile. Combinations have demonstrated to provide additive efficacy and significant reductions in coronary events . This study was designed to evaluate the effect of ezetimibe, when used in combination with other hypolipidaemic agents ( statins) on lipid  profile as well as on liver function ,renal function, oxidative stress, and platele

     A new series of 2-(2-fluoro-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl)propanoic acid derivatives were synthesized to enhance their Anti-Microbial activities. The new flurbiprofen hydrazon compounds (4a-e) prepared by reacting flurbiprofen ethyl ester with hydrazine hydrate to yield flurbiprofen hydrazid(3). Then compound (3) reacted with several aromatic aldehydes in absolute ethanol in presence of a small amount of glacial acetic acid to yield final compounds (4a-e). Each final compound was examined for its Anti-Microbial efficiency against G(+)ve bacteria (Streptococcus pyogenes, Staphylococcus aureus), G(-)ve bacteria (Escherichia coli, Klebsiella

Acemetacin (ACM) is classified as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is an indomethacin glycolic ester that is transformed into indomethacin in vivo. The analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties of the ACM are attributed to its prostaglandin inhibitory action. Acemetacin belongs to biopharmaceutical classification system (BCS) class II drugs, which are characterized by having high permeability but poor aqueous solubility. The purpose of this study was to develop acemetacin nanoparticles (ACM NPs) for enhanced solubility and rate of dissolution. The solvent-anti-solvent approach was used to formulate the nanoparticles. Two stabilizers were used to prepare ACM NPs (sodium deoxycholate (SDC) and Solu

Self-nanomicellizing solid dispersion is a new formulation that combines the advantages of solid dispersion and nanomicelles strategies to increase drug oral bioavailability. The strategy involves utilizing a suitable carrier to create a solid dispersion that self-assembles into nanomicelles when it comes into contact with gastrointestinal fluids. Rebaudioside A is a steviol glycoside that has been reported to possess nano carrier-like characteristics by being self-assembled into nanomicelles in aqueous solutions. Canagliflozin is a novel sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitor approved for treating patients with type 2 diabetes. Its oral administration is associated with variable and poor absorption, owing primarily to insolubility in

Pathogenic microorganisms are becoming more and more resistant to antimicrobial agents. So the synthesis of new antimicrobial agents is very important. In this work, new 5-fluoroisatin-chalcone conjugates 5(a–g) were synthesized based on previous research that showed the modifications of the isatin moiety led to the synthesis of many derivatives that have antimicrobial activity. 4-aminoacetophenone reacts with 5-fluoroisatin to form Schiff base (3), which in turn reacts with two different groups of aromatic (carbocyclic and heterocyclic) aldehydes 4(a–g) separately to form the final compounds 5(a–g). Proton-nuclear

   In the present study, chitosan Schiff base has been prepared from chitosan reaction with the para chloro benzaldehyde. The AuNPs and AgNPs were manufacture by extract of onion peels as a reducing agent. The AuNPs and AgNPs that have been synthesized were characterized through UV-vis spectroscopy the XRD analyses and SEM microscopy. The polymer blends of the chitosan / PEG has been prepared through using the approach of solution casting. Chitosan Schiff base / PEG Au and Ag nano-composites were synthesized nano composites and polymer blends have been characterized by FTIR which confirm the formation of Schiff base by revealing a new band of absorption at 1693 cm^-1 as a result of the (C=N) imine group. FESEM, DSC an

Breast cancer is a disease in which cells in the breast grow out of control. CD200 is a cell surface glycoprotein expressed on many cells, it belongs to the immunoglobulin family (Ig) and have a great role in the regulation of inflammation in autoimmunity. CD200 is the ligand for CD200R1 receptor. To determine if serum level of CD200 and its receptor CD200R1 can be used as a diagnostic and prognostic marker in patients with breast cancer.This case control study was carried out at Oncology Teaching Hospital – Medical city in Baghdad. Six groups were enrolled, four groups were confirmed with breast cancer stage (I, II, III and IV), fifth group (benign) and sixth group was control (healthy individual). Serum is divided to me

This work aimed to estimate the frequency of mitochondrial inborn errors of metabolism (MIEMs) in patients presenting with family history and IEM-picture who referred for advance IEM assay in Mosul province and Kurdistan region. This study was observational study conducted on 364 cases referred from different general /or private pediatric clinics with unexplained sign and symptoms and suspension of mitochondrial dysfunction. The study included 364 children with an age ranging from 1 month to 1 year. Started from January 2018 to January 2020. All patients referred with their full history review, notes about their clinical examination, and laboratory investigations including blood ammonia, serum lactate/ pyruvate, arterial blood gases. In

         Fibromyalgia (FM) is a common, debilitating, and chronic pain syndrome. The women are more likely to have more tender points on examination than are their male counterparts. Iraqi study showed that FM occur in 1.5% among adolescents of Iraqi population. In compare to normal healthy women, present study was revealed that Iraqi women with FM have significant elevation of calcium (p = 0.003) with significant reduction of magnesium (p = 0.001), whereas the inorganic phosphorous was not differs (p = 0.31). In conclusion, magnesium and calcium would play a crucial role in etiopathogenesis of fibromyalgia.

Key words: calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, Fibromyalgia.

Alkaloids are a group of naturally occurring chemical compounds that contain mostly basic nitrogen atoms . They are a large family of compounds synthesized by plants in addition to the bacteria, fungi, and animals,  they often have pharmacological effects. The aim of this study is to isolate and identified alkaloids in a newly studied, wild Iraqi plant named

     A new series of ether and thioether derivatives of sulfadiazine (T1-T3 and E1-E3) have been synthesized from reaction of sulfadiazine with chloroacetyl chloride and the resultant compounds treated with different phenols and thiols. The structures of target ether and thioether derivatives were confirmed depending on their analytical and spectral data. The antimicrobial effect of the final derivatives has been tested in vitro with gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria and candida albicans. The antibacterial activity of the target compounds after three days of incubation demonstrated that all the evaluated derivatives exhibited

         Seventy five E. coli isolates were collected from urine of patients with urinary tract infections in AL-Kadhimia and AL-Yarmook teaching hospitals in Baghdad for a period between 22/11/2009 to 15/3/2010,  from these samples twenty five isolates were selected according to their pattern of the highest resistance as these showing multi-drug resistances and tested to specify their minimum inhibitory concentration for (meropenem, gentamicin and amikacin), meropenem was found having the lowest MIC comparing with others. This study also includes in vitro effects of various combinations of three types of antimicrobials (meropenem, gentamicin and amikacin) against twenty five E. c