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View article: A survey on availability and composition of herbal products with beneficial health claims for chronic non-communicable diseases in Sri Lanka
A survey on availability and composition of herbal products with beneficial health claims for chronic non-communicable diseases in Sri Lanka Open
Despite the higher availability of herbal products, the low affordability and misleading label information are a concern. Herbal products are often marketed with unsubstantiated health claims which can mislead consumers. Therefore, there i…
View article: In Silico Analysis of the Diversity of DPYD Gene Variants Affecting Fluoropyrimidine Toxicity: A Comparison of South Asians with Other World Populations
In Silico Analysis of the Diversity of DPYD Gene Variants Affecting Fluoropyrimidine Toxicity: A Comparison of South Asians with Other World Populations Open
Fluoropyrimidine (FP) chemotherapy drug is utilized to treat colon, head, neck and breast cancers. Apart from its effectiveness, toxicity is a limitation. DPD (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase) enzyme, which aids in the FP metabolism is pro…
View article: Impact of an oral nutritional supplement on improving body composition in older adults with malnutrition : A randomized controlled trial
Impact of an oral nutritional supplement on improving body composition in older adults with malnutrition : A randomized controlled trial Open
The consequences of malnutrition in the elderly often manifest as weight loss and altered body composition. The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy of an oral nutritional supplement (ONS) on body composition in malnourished older …
View article: Quantification of metabolite cinnamic acid of cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) in human plasma
Quantification of metabolite cinnamic acid of cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) in human plasma Open
The Journal of the National Science Foundation of Sri Lanka publishes the results of research in all aspects of Science and Technology. The journal also has a website at http://www.nsf.gov.lk/. 2021 Impact Factor: 0.682The JNSF provides im…
View article: Tracing data for systematic reviews and meta-analyses in the advanced age of digital and social media
Tracing data for systematic reviews and meta-analyses in the advanced age of digital and social media Open
Background When conducting reviews, obtaining unreported information by contacting corresponding authors via traditional methods of correspondence, such as email/postage has become increasingly challenging. Objective/s The current study ai…
View article: A national survey on registered products, availability, prices, and affordability of 100 essential medicines in community pharmacies across Sri Lanka
A national survey on registered products, availability, prices, and affordability of 100 essential medicines in community pharmacies across Sri Lanka Open
Introduction: Availability of essential medicines that meet the expected quality standards, in appropriate dosage forms at affordable prices is a fundamental prerequisite to fulfill healthcare needs of given a population . This study asses…
View article: Small interfering RNA: Discovery, pharmacology and clinical development—An introductory review
Small interfering RNA: Discovery, pharmacology and clinical development—An introductory review Open
Post‐transcriptional gene silencing targets and degrades mRNA transcripts, silencing the expression of specific genes. RNA interference technology, using synthetic structurally well‐defined short double‐stranded RNA (small interfering RNA …
View article: Small Interfering RNA Therapeutics in Hypertension: A Viewpoint on Vasopressor and Vasopressor‐Sparing Strategies for Counteracting Blood Pressure Lowering by Angiotensinogen–Targeting Small Interfering RNA
Small Interfering RNA Therapeutics in Hypertension: A Viewpoint on Vasopressor and Vasopressor‐Sparing Strategies for Counteracting Blood Pressure Lowering by Angiotensinogen–Targeting Small Interfering RNA Open
HomeJournal of the American Heart AssociationVol. 11, No. 20Small Interfering RNA Therapeutics in Hypertension: A Viewpoint on Vasopressor and Vasopressor‐Sparing Strategies for Counteracting Blood Pressure Lowering by Angiotensinogen–Targ…
View article: Hospital preparedness for COVID-19 at a base level hospital in Galle District, Sri Lanka
Hospital preparedness for COVID-19 at a base level hospital in Galle District, Sri Lanka Open
COVID-19 is a contagious respiratory illness caused by SARS-CoV-2. As such, it is challenging to maintain the safety of healthcare workers while delivering care to patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. The health sector has thus implement…
View article: Influence of Overweight and Obesity on Morbidity and Mortality among Hospitalized Patients in Sri Lanka: A Single-Center Analysis
Influence of Overweight and Obesity on Morbidity and Mortality among Hospitalized Patients in Sri Lanka: A Single-Center Analysis Open
Background. Current evidence regarding the association between overweight and obesity and in-hospital morbidity and mortality is inconsistent and South Asian populations are underrepresented. Methods. Data relevant to anthropometry, hospit…
View article: Glibenclamide or captopril, inaccurate medication identity with clinical implications: A case report
Glibenclamide or captopril, inaccurate medication identity with clinical implications: A case report Open
Official Journal of the Endocrine Society of Sri Lanka. The Sri Lanka Journal of Diabetes Endocrinology and Metabolism (SJDEM) publishes original research articles, reviews, and other special features related to diabetes, endocrinology and…
View article: Half a century of Sri Lanka research: Subjects, researchers, institutions, journals and impact (1973-2019)
Half a century of Sri Lanka research: Subjects, researchers, institutions, journals and impact (1973-2019) Open
Introduction: Bibliometric analyses of research in Sri Lanka, a lower-middle income island nation in South Asia, has focused mainly on medical research, concluding that there is a need for increased research productivity and impact, and fo…
View article: Progression of diabetic nephropathy and associated factors in a cohort of Sri Lankan patients: a retrospective study
Progression of diabetic nephropathy and associated factors in a cohort of Sri Lankan patients: a retrospective study Open
The Journal of the Ceylon College of Physicians (JCCP) is a peer-reviewed, open access journal published bi-annually by the Ceylon College of Physicians (CCP) in the last week of June and December.The objective of the Journal is to promote…
View article: Prognostic and Therapeutic Role of Vitamin D in COVID-19: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Prognostic and Therapeutic Role of Vitamin D in COVID-19: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Open
Purpose Vitamin D deficiency/insufficiency may increase the susceptibility to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). We aimed to determine the association between vitamin D deficiency/insufficiency and susceptibility to COVID-19, its severit…
View article: The use of Caralluma fimbriata as an appetite suppressant and weight loss supplement: a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials
The use of Caralluma fimbriata as an appetite suppressant and weight loss supplement: a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials Open
Background Obesity prevalence has increased during the past few decades, causing a pandemic with an influx in other co-morbidities. Many factors influence weight gain in an obesogenic environment therefore strategies for treating obesity m…
View article: Is the Proportion of Per Capita Fat Supply Associated With the Prevalence of Overweight and Obesity? An Ecological Analysis
Is the Proportion of Per Capita Fat Supply Associated With the Prevalence of Overweight and Obesity? An Ecological Analysis Open
Background: Although it is reported in numerous interventional and observational studies, that a low-fat diet consists an effective method to combat overweight and obesity,the relationship at the global population level is not well establi…
View article: Core Prescribing Indicators and the Most Commonly Prescribed Medicines in a Tertiary Health Care Setting in a Developing Country
Core Prescribing Indicators and the Most Commonly Prescribed Medicines in a Tertiary Health Care Setting in a Developing Country Open
Irrational prescribing is common, especially in developing countries. It is important to identify the magnitude of irrational use, to take necessary steps to promote rational prescribing. We identified core prescribing indicators and commo…