Behavioral and Biochemical Studies of Dichloromethane Fraction From the Areca catechu Nut

Curcumin and its allied analogues: epigenetic and health perspectives - a review

“…Generally, inhibitors of the monoamine oxidase enzyme enhance the content of neuronal monoamines that are associated with enhancing monoaminergic activity (Dar & Khatoon 2000). Monoamine oxidase is present on the outer membrane of mitochondria of the body's cells, and exists in two forms such as MAO-A and MAO-B and is involved in catalysing the oxidation of monoamines (Kulkarni et al 2008).…”

Phytotherapeutical implications in pain perception - focusing on schizophrenia

“…Also, in vitro testing of the antioxidant activity showed a positive effect in this area, as well, proving to carry good antioxidant proprieties [50]. Summarizing, this traditional medicinal plant adopted in multiple therapies such as antihypertensive [51], hypoglycemic [52], wound healing [53], anti-HIV [54], antidepressant [55], antihelmitic and aphrodisiac [56], also indicated in diarrhea, urinary disorders and skin disorders [57], it has proven its analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant capacities [50]. Besides the studies mentioned above, there are a lot others that approve of the traditional medical practices, arguing their perspectives through testing the effects of the plants used.…”

“…Because current results are in need of confirmation we are eager to engage in this controversial research. We present below several plants relevant for pain and/or schizophrenia in the Antihypertensive [51],hypoglycaemic [52], wound healing [53], anti-HIV [54], antidepressant [55], antihelmitic, aphrodisiac [56], treatment of diarrhea, urinary disorders and skin disorders [57] Cannabis sativa (Cannabaceae) cannabidiol (CBD) -neuropathic pain [68,70], inflammatory pain [68], cancer pain [71]; cannabingerol (CBG) -intestinal inflammation pain [76,77]; cannabinoids -cancer pain [71], rheumatoid arthritis pain [72], neuropathic orofacial pain [70]; THC(∆ 9 -tetrahydrocannabidiol) -cancer pain [71] CBDPharmacological profile similar to atypical antipsychotic [69], antipsychotic effect (86) hallucinogen proprieties [67]; ∆ 9 -tetrahydrocannabidiol (THC) -potential schizophrenia outcomes [87]; cannabinoidsimproves spasticity in MS patients [73]; CBDtreatment of intestinal inflammation [76,77] diuretic, anti-emetic, antiepileptic, anti-inflammatory, painkilling and antipyretic properties [97] Corydalis yanhuso (Papaveraceae) Antinociceptive effect in pain animal models, inflammatory pain relief amendment of neuropathic pain [93] anxiolytic properties [98]; primary dysmenorrhea [99]; improve the efficacy of chemotherapy [100]; extract -attenuated cardiac hypertrophy [101]; treatment of various pains [98], insomnia, reducing inflammation and several compounds present antidepressant, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activities [95], sedative, and hypnotic properties …”

Study of Fastness, UV Protection, Deodorization and Antimicrobial Properties of Silk Fabrics Dyed with the Liquids Extracted from the Gallnuts, Areca Nuts, and Pomegranate Peels

“…Areca nut is popular chewable items used in traditional herbal medicine [16][17][18]. Areca nut exhibits multiple therapeutic properties like, aphrodisiac [19], antihypertensive [20,21], wound healing [22], hypoglycemic [23,24] and antidepressant [25]. It is one of the most commonly used drugs in the world, containing alkaloids, tannins, polyphenols, sugars, and lipids that have anthelmintic, antifungal, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant activities [26].…”