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Acute Dystonia-Induced Airway Compromise During Emergence from Anaesthesia: Implications of Propofol and Ondansetron Administration to Patients with Previous Neuroexcitatory Phenomena
(2025-01-25)Acute dystonic reactions have been reported during emergence from anaesthesia following the use of propofol or/and ondansetron. We present a 37-year-old lady who developed recurrent and severe involuntary movements and ... -
Alternative natural sources for commercialized starches as pharmaceutical excipients; Physicochemical properties and applications
(2025-03)Starch is utilised in manufacturing tablets and capsules as a diluent, binder, and disintegrant, dependent on the formulation requirements. Starch is a prominent pharmaceutical excipient due to its non-toxic, non-irritant ... -
Antibacterial Activity of Endemic Artocarpus nobilis Thw Found in Sri Lanka
(2021-12-25)Aims: To evaluate antibacterial activity of aqueous, methanol, dichloromethane, and hexane extracts of Artocarpus nobilis Thw. leaves and stem bark against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus using agar well ... -
Assessment of In vitro Anti Inflammatory Activity: A Comprehensive Review of Methods, Advantages, and Limitations
(2025-02-26)Inflammation is a vital biological response that plays an important role during tissue repair and defense against infections. A range of transcription factors (including NF-KB and AP-1), enzymes (Cycooxygenase-2 (COX-2) ... -
Biochemical Insights and Clinical Applications of Ischemia-Modified Albumin in Ischemic Conditions
(2024-07-08)Atherosclerotic coronary artery disease is a significant global health threat, impacting millions annually. Over time, plaque buildup narrows the coronary arteries, reducing blood flow to the heart muscle and resulting in ... -
Biophytum reinwardtii Extracts as Promising Alternative Agents against Pathogenic Bacteria
(2025)Aims: With the growing resistance of pathogenic microbes to antibiotics, the search for novel approaches to address this challenge has increased. In this instance, plant-based medicine emerges as a promising alternative, ... -
Citrus-Based Bio-Insect Repellents: A Review on Historical and Emerging Trends in Utilizing Phytochemicals of Citrus Plants
(2024)Research on citrus plants is the result of increasing interest in the discovery of plant species with potential insect-repellent properties. Insect-repelling ability can be achieved by the numerous ubiquitous citrus ... -
Clitoria ternatea-Shifting Paradigms: From Laboratory to Industry
(2021-12-03)Clitoria ternateacommonly known as Butterfly pea is a standard Ayurvedic medicinal plant used in many parts of south Asian countries. Traditional medicinal plants are a great alternative to find new treatments and for the ... -
ClpB chaperone as a promising target for antimicrobial therapy: A narrative review
(2025)The Clp/Hsp100 family, part of the ATPase associated with various cellular activities (AAA+) superfamily, includes caseinolytic peptidase B (ClpB), a highly conserved protein found in bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and ... -
Cross-sectional study of lipoprotein(a) and the severity of coronary artery disease, cerebrovascular disease, and peripheral vascular disease in a group of South Asian patients
(2025-02-27)Background Atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases (ASCVD), including coronary artery disease (CAD), cerebrovascular disease (CVD), and peripheral vascular disease (PVD), remain the leading cause of death globally. South ... -
The Diabetes Care Cascade in Sri Lanka: An Analysis of Losses, Disparities, and Opportunities for Improved Health System Outcomes
(2025-06)Sri Lanka has one of the highest prevalence rates of diabetes, and improving diabetes control is a national priority. The care cascade framework, a tool for evaluating diabetes control and identifying system gaps, has ... -
Evaluation of Antibacterial Activity of Endemic Jeffreycia zeylanica Plant Found in Sri Lanka
(2023-07-04)Aims: Determination of antibacterial efficacy of aqueous, methanol, dichloromethane, and hexane extracts from Jeffreycia zeylanica leaves against Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. ... -
Evaluation of In vitro Anti-Inflammatory and Antibacterial Properties of Tuberous Roots of Mirabilis jalapa L. Found in Sri Lanka
(2023-08-14)Aims: This study aims to evaluate the in vitro anti-inflammatory and antibacterial potential of aqueous and various organic solvent (methanol, dichloromethane, and hexane) extracts of Mirabilis jalapa L. tuberous ... -
Exploring the Rich Diversity of 24 Unique Yam Varieties in Sri Lanka
(2025-02-10)This study explores the diverse varieties of yams cultivated and consumed in Sri Lanka, focusing on their distinct characteristics, nutritional value, and culinary applications. Yams such as Kaha Gahala, Kukulu Ala, Katu ... -
Factors Affecting Glycaemic Control Among Women With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
(2024-11-24)Background: The Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is an expanding global health problem. It considered as a chronic metabolic disease. It is a rapidly growing non communicable disease. According to World Health Organization ... -
Identification of factors affecting the retention of 99mTc-DMSA in syringes among the paediatric population in Sri Lanka
(2024)Background: 99mTc-DMSA is a common paediatric renal scintigraphy study, where radiopharmaceutical is introduced intravenously using disposable syringes. Radiopharmaceuticals can be retained on disposable syringes, causing ... -
Identification of factors affecting the retention of 99mTc-DMSA in syringes among the paediatric population in Sri Lanka
(2024)Background: 99mTc-DMSA is a common paediatric renal scintigraphy study, where radiopharmaceutical is introduced intravenously using disposable syringes. Radiopharmaceuticals can be retained on disposable syringes, causing ... -
In vitro Anti-inflammatory Activity of Endemic Artocarpus nobilis Thw Found in Sri Lanka
(2021-12-29)Aims: To investigate in vitro anti-inflammatory activity of aqueous, methanol, dichloromethane, and hexane extracts of Artocarpus nobilis Thw. leaves and stem bark using heat-induced protein denaturation test (egg ...