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View article: Etiology, Clinical Profile, and Short-Term Outcomes of Neonatal Seizures at a Tertiary NICU in Ethiopia: A Prospective Cohort Study
Etiology, Clinical Profile, and Short-Term Outcomes of Neonatal Seizures at a Tertiary NICU in Ethiopia: A Prospective Cohort Study Open
Background Neonatal seizures represent an early and critical sign of underlying neurological or systemic dysfunction, demanding urgent evaluation and management. Timely identification of risk factors is essential to mitigate long-term comp…
View article: Evaluation of the acute and subacute toxicity of Lepidium sativum L. seed extract on Wistar rats
Evaluation of the acute and subacute toxicity of Lepidium sativum L. seed extract on Wistar rats Open
Introduction: Lepidium sativum L., commonly known as garden cress, is a well-known medicinal plant used in many low- and middle-income communities for their primary healthcare. In Ethiopia, L. sativum seed is traditionally used to address …
View article: Exploring indigenous knowledge and practices of the Gurage community on the biosystematics and utilization of Enset landraces for bone fracture and regeneration: the case of Gurage Zone, central Ethiopia region
Exploring indigenous knowledge and practices of the Gurage community on the biosystematics and utilization of Enset landraces for bone fracture and regeneration: the case of Gurage Zone, central Ethiopia region Open
Background Enset ( Ensete ventricosum ) is a crucial perennial crop in Ethiopia for both food and medicine. The indigenous knowledge and practices of the use and biosystematics of the different Enset landraces are deeply rooted in the comm…
View article: Phytochemical profiling, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential of methanolic extracts of <i>Moringa oleifera</i> (L.) Lam. and <i>Moringa stenopetala</i> (Bak.) Cufod. leaves grown in Arba Minch, Ethiopia
Phytochemical profiling, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential of methanolic extracts of <i>Moringa oleifera</i> (L.) Lam. and <i>Moringa stenopetala</i> (Bak.) Cufod. leaves grown in Arba Minch, Ethiopia Open
Phytochemical profiles, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities were assessed in methanolic extracts of Moringa oleifera (L.) Lam. and Moringa stenopetala (Bak.) Cufod. leaves, using a workflow from plant collection to lab assays.
View article: Ethnomedicine, antibacterial activity, antioxidant potential and phytochemical screening of selected medicinal plants in Dibatie district, Metekel zone, western Ethiopia
Ethnomedicine, antibacterial activity, antioxidant potential and phytochemical screening of selected medicinal plants in Dibatie district, Metekel zone, western Ethiopia Open
Background Medicinal plants play a major role in the delivery of healthcare, particularly among the rural population of Ethiopia. Plant extracts and their bioactive compounds have been utilized for the treatment of several diseases. This s…
View article: Antibacterial activity and phytochemical screening of traditional medicinal plants most preferred for treating infectious diseases in Habru District, North Wollo Zone, Amhara Region, Ethiopia
Antibacterial activity and phytochemical screening of traditional medicinal plants most preferred for treating infectious diseases in Habru District, North Wollo Zone, Amhara Region, Ethiopia Open
Ethiopia’s healthcare system relies on traditional medicinal practices that use medicinal plants to treat human and livestock ailments. However, the lack of empirical validation regarding the efficacy of these treatments against specific i…
View article: Molluscicidal Activity of Extracts and Fractions From <i>Hagenia abyssinica</i>, <i>Rosa abyssinica</i>, and <i>Cucumis ficifolius</i> Against <i>Biomphalaria</i> and <i>Bulinus</i> Snails
Molluscicidal Activity of Extracts and Fractions From <i>Hagenia abyssinica</i>, <i>Rosa abyssinica</i>, and <i>Cucumis ficifolius</i> Against <i>Biomphalaria</i> and <i>Bulinus</i> Snails Open
Background : Schistosomiasis continues to be a major public health concern in Ethiopia. Eliminating the intermediate host snails is an effective and cost‐efficient strategy for preventing and controlling schistosomiasis transmission. Howev…
View article: Ethnobotanical study of wild edible plants and implications for food security
Ethnobotanical study of wild edible plants and implications for food security Open
Even though our world is home to a wide variety of plant species, only a small portion have been used by humans as food. This shows that many plant species in our world have not been successfully domesticated and explored. Wild edible plan…
View article: Toxic effect of Syzygium guineense ethanolic extract on female reproduction in rats: An evidence from a 10 week repeated-dose toxicity study
Toxic effect of Syzygium guineense ethanolic extract on female reproduction in rats: An evidence from a 10 week repeated-dose toxicity study Open
Administration of high doses of S. guineense could be toxic to some aspects of the reproductive system of female rats and might also affect reproduction. Therefore, consuming high dose of S. guineense leaves is not recommended.
View article: Antioxidant Potential of Ethiopian Medicinal Plants and Their Phytochemicals: A Review of Pharmacological Evaluation
Antioxidant Potential of Ethiopian Medicinal Plants and Their Phytochemicals: A Review of Pharmacological Evaluation Open
Background . Free radicals are very reactive molecules produced during oxidation events that in turn initiate a chain reaction resulting in cellular damage. Many degenerative diseases in humans, including cancer and central nervous system …
View article: Teratogenic Evaluation of 80% Ethanol Extract of Embelia schimperi Vatke Fruits on Rat Embryo and Fetuses
Teratogenic Evaluation of 80% Ethanol Extract of Embelia schimperi Vatke Fruits on Rat Embryo and Fetuses Open
Introduction. Embelia schimperi Vatke (family Myrsinaceae) is a commonly consumed anthelminthic plant in Ethiopia. The plant has significant efficacy in treating intestinal worms. However, there are limited data about the safety/toxicity o…
View article: Additional file 2 of Medicinal plants used to treat livestock ailments in Ensaro District, North Shewa Zone, Amhara Regional State, Ethiopia
Additional file 2 of Medicinal plants used to treat livestock ailments in Ensaro District, North Shewa Zone, Amhara Regional State, Ethiopia Open
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View article: Additional file 1 of Medicinal plants used to treat livestock ailments in Ensaro District, North Shewa Zone, Amhara Regional State, Ethiopia
Additional file 1 of Medicinal plants used to treat livestock ailments in Ensaro District, North Shewa Zone, Amhara Regional State, Ethiopia Open
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View article: Ethnobotanical Study of Medicinal Plants Used To Treat Livestock Ailments In Ensaro District, North Shewa Zone, Amhara Region, Ethiopia
Ethnobotanical Study of Medicinal Plants Used To Treat Livestock Ailments In Ensaro District, North Shewa Zone, Amhara Region, Ethiopia Open
Introduction : In Ethiopia, the majority of animal owners throughout the country depend on traditional healthcare practices to manage their animals’ health. Ethnoveterinary practices play significantly greater roles in livestock health car…
View article: Ethnobotanical study of edible wild plants in Ensaro district, Amhara regional state, Ethiopia
Ethnobotanical study of edible wild plants in Ensaro district, Amhara regional state, Ethiopia Open
Background: Ethiopia is one of the biodiversity-rich countries in Africa. Most rural communities are highly dependent on forest products including edible wild plants. Thus, many plant taxa are under greater threats before they are document…
View article: Teratogenic Effect of High Dose of Syzygium guineense (Myrtaceae) Leaves on Wistar Albino Rat Embryos and Fetuses
Teratogenic Effect of High Dose of Syzygium guineense (Myrtaceae) Leaves on Wistar Albino Rat Embryos and Fetuses Open
Syzygium guineense is an important medicinal plant effective against hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and cancer but with no evidence of its teratogenicity. This study was planned to investigate the teratogenic potential of S. guineense le…
View article: Phytochemistry and method preparation of some medicinal plants used to treat asthma-review
Phytochemistry and method preparation of some medicinal plants used to treat asthma-review Open
Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases in the present day in which its incidence and severity are increasing. It is highly prevalent global disease; affecting approximately 300 million individuals worldwide. Different medicinal …
View article: In Vitro Antifungal Activity, Phytochemical Screening and Thin Layer Chromatography Profiling of Impatiens tinctoria A. Rich Root Extracts
In Vitro Antifungal Activity, Phytochemical Screening and Thin Layer Chromatography Profiling of Impatiens tinctoria A. Rich Root Extracts Open
Background: The emergence of microorganisms’ new resistance mechanism, the emerging and reemerging of new infectious disease and side effects of antimicrobials threatening our ability to treat infectious diseases. Therefore, researches for…
View article: Phytochemical-constituents, safety and efficacy of commonly used medicinal plants for the treatment of malaria in Ethiopia-a review
Phytochemical-constituents, safety and efficacy of commonly used medicinal plants for the treatment of malaria in Ethiopia-a review Open
Background: Malaria is among the ten top leading causes of morbidity and mortality in children under-5 years.Due to the rise of drug-resistant parasites and limited therapeutic efficacy of the available drugs, there is a need to search nov…
View article: Ethno medicinal uses, phytochemistry and anti-malarial effect of Croton macrostachyus (Bisana): A review
Ethno medicinal uses, phytochemistry and anti-malarial effect of Croton macrostachyus (Bisana): A review Open
Background: Croton macrostachyus Hochst. ex Del. which belongs to the family Euphorbiaceae, has been utilized as a remedy for malaria, abdominal pain, gonorrhea, wounds, ringworm infestation, hemorrhoids, ascariasis, epilepsy, rabies vener…
View article: Medicinal Plants Used for the Management of Asthma in Ethiopia – A Review
Medicinal Plants Used for the Management of Asthma in Ethiopia – A Review Open
INTRODUCTION: Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases in contemporary society and there is increasing evidence to suggest that its incidence and severity are increasing. Medicinal plants, also called medicinal herbs, have been di…
View article: Analysis of cadmium and lead using atomic absorption spectrophotometer in roadside soils of Jimma town
Analysis of cadmium and lead using atomic absorption spectrophotometer in roadside soils of Jimma town Open
Cadmium and lead are pollutants of great concern to human health.The analysis of Cadmium and lead content in our environment is crucial for policy makers to make decisions concerning the environment and to secure the wellbeing of the inhab…
View article: Phytochemical Constituents, Safety and Efficacy Study of Thymus schimperi and Thymus serrulatus
Phytochemical Constituents, Safety and Efficacy Study of Thymus schimperi and Thymus serrulatus Open
Background: The genus Thymus is one of the most taxonomically complex genera in the Lamiaceae family and it includes 250- 350 taxa (species and varieties). T. serrulatus Hochst. ex Benth and T. schimperi Ronniger are the two species of thy…
View article: Chemical constituents and antioxidant activities of the fruits extracts of Piper capense
Chemical constituents and antioxidant activities of the fruits extracts of Piper capense Open
The fruits of P. capense from Ethiopia were hydro-distilled with Clevenger apparatus to furnish 2.6-2.8% yellowish oil which was analyzed with GC–MS. Results of the GC-MS analysis revealed the presence of twenty one components with the maj…