Phoenix dactylifera, Cyperus esculentus, and Cocos nucifera Pooled Extracts Ameliorate Pesticides-induced Hormonal Toxicity and Maintains Testicular Histology in Rats

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 43-51
Author(s):  
B.E. Ogeyemhe ◽  
P.U. Achukwu ◽  
E.B. Odigie
Keyword(s):  
Oral Treatment ◽  
Cocos Nucifera ◽  
Phoenix Dactylifera ◽  
Equal Proportion ◽  
Cyperus Esculentus ◽  
Testicular Weight ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Male Wistar Rats ◽  
Group B ◽  
Testicular Histology

Male infertility is increasingly worrisome and has been linked to increase rate of hormonal toxicity and imbalance. Sufferers now result to using medicinal plants due to its availability and cost effectiveness. This study was to assess ameliorating effects of Phoenix dactylifera (date), Cyperus esculentus (tigernut) and Cocos nucifera (coconut)mixture on pesticides-induced hormonal toxicity in male Wistar rats. Aqueous extraction of crops - date (maceration apparatus), tiger nut (rotary evaporator) and coconut (spray drying process) wereconducted after which, 5g of each extract were mixed in equal proportion. Hormonal toxicity was induced in rats using Ochratoxin A and endosulfan before oral treatment of the mix at graded doses (250 to 1000 mg/kg/day) for 28 days. Aseptic bloodsample was obtained before and after treatment for hormonal assay. At termination, animals were euthanized via decapitation; organs were excised, processed histologically, stained with H&E, and testes examined microscopically. Hormonal toxicity in rats was successfully induced, body weight of highly treated rats reduced (P ≤ 0.02) while testicular weight increased insignificantly (P ≥ 0.05). Mixed extract ameliorated the effect of pesticides on testosterone levels in group: B (1.8 ± 0.5ng/dL), C (2.4 ± 0.4ng/dL), D (3.8 ± 0.6 ng/dL) and E (4.1 ± 0.3 ng/dL) including FSH and LH values (P ≤ 0.05). Stained sections of testis were in keeping with normal histology after investigations. High doses of extract mix successfully reversed pesticides-induced hormonal toxicity in rats without harming the testes. Keywords: Cocos nucifera, Coconut, Cyperus esculentus, Date, Hormonal imbalance, Pesticide, Phoenix dactylifera, and Tiger nut

scholarly journals Effects of Ethanolic Extracts of Phoenix dactylifera Fruit, Cyperus esculentus Nut and Cocos nucifera Nut on Selected Indices of Kidney Function in Male Albino Rats

2018 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 116-121 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chinedu Imo ◽  
Chukwumaobim Daniel Uzochukwuw ◽  
Emmanuel Mamma ◽  
Mida Habila Mayel ◽  
Ayobami Jahdahunsi Kukoyi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Kidney Function ◽  
Cocos Nucifera ◽  
Phoenix Dactylifera ◽  
Albino Rats ◽  
Cyperus Esculentus ◽  
Ethanolic Extracts

scholarly journals Dried bovine placenta improves spermatozoa count in a rat model of male reproductive aging

2021 ◽  
pp. 1602-1607
Author(s):  
Surya Agus Prihatno ◽  
Yosua Kristian Adi ◽  
Teguh Budipitojo ◽  
Topas Wicaksono Priyo Jr ◽  
Yonathan Alvin Maruli Asi Sihotang
Keyword(s):  
Rat Model ◽  
Sperm Concentration ◽  
Protein Supplementation ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Reproductive Aging ◽  
Bovine Placenta ◽  
Testicular Weight ◽  
Male Wistar Rats ◽  
Epididymal Spermatozoa ◽  
Group B

Background and Aim: In the male reproductive system, the aging process can lead to infertility. Recently, placenta and its derivatives have been researched as regenerative agents. This study aimed to describe the basic components of dried bovine placenta powder and its potential effects as a regenerative agent in a rat model of male reproductive aging with D-galactose induction. Materials and Methods: We divided 15 male Wistar rats, 2 months of age, into three groups: A, the health control group; B, the D-galactose induction group, and C, the D-galactose induction and 10% dried bovine placenta supplementation group. We measured epididymal sperm concentration and testicular weight and volume and analyzed these using one-way analysis of variance. Results: Dried bovine placenta was rich in nutrients, with 61.98% protein, 21.25±2.07 carbohydrates, 8.58% water, 4.93% ash, and 3.27% fat. The mean epididymal spermatozoa concentration of the rats in Groups A, B, and C was 3026×106/mL, 1492.8×106/mL, and 2732.5×106/mL, respectively. The average total testicle weights were 2.44 g, 2.72 g, and 2.57 g, respectively. The average total testicle volumes were 2.29 cm3, 2.49 cm3, and 2.33cm3, respectively. Conclusion: Dried bovine placenta powder is rich in nutrients, especially protein. Supplementation with dried bovine placenta can improve epididymal spermatozoa concentration that is important in fertility.

scholarly journals Honey ameliorates ampiclox-induced testicular damage in male Wistar rats Rattus norvegicus (Berkenhout, 1769) (Rodentia: Muridae)

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (5) ◽  
pp. 135
Author(s):  
Eweoya Olugbenga Olawale ◽  
Emmanuel Betty ◽  
Ajayi Abayomi
Keyword(s):  
Rattus Norvegicus ◽  
Wistar Rats ◽  
Serum Testosterone ◽  
Serum Testosterone Level ◽  
Testicular Damage ◽  
Male Wistar Rats ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Testicular Histology ◽  
Group D

In an experiment to determine the effect of honey on ampiclox-induced testicular damage in rats, twenty (20) adult Wistar rats Rattus norvegicus (Berkenhout, 1769) (Rodentia: Muridae) weighing 150-250 g were divided into four groups (A-D) of five rats each. Group A (control) was administered with 0.5 mL distilled water, group B was given freshly prepared honey orally by gavage daily at a dose of 1.2 g/kg body weight (b.wt), group C received ampiclox (50 mg/kg b.wt) daily while group D received ampiclox (50 mg/kg b.wt) and honey (1.2 g/kg b.wt) for a duration of 14 days. Findings indicate that honey significantly reduced ampiclox-induced damage on the testicular histology. It also improved the serum testosterone level and sperm parameters. The study suggests that honey has a protective effect against testicular damage caused by ampiclox.

Study the Relationship Between Estrogen Hormone and Calcium in Normal Females Before and After Menopause in Baghdad / Iraq

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sameerah Mustafa ◽  
Asal Tawfeeq ◽  
Hadeel Hasan
Keyword(s):  
Oral Contraceptive ◽  
Healthy Controls ◽  
Serum Samples ◽  
Oral Contraceptive Pills ◽  
Contraceptive Pills ◽  
Menopausal Women ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Age Range

This study involved the collection of (90) samples of women serum which included (30) serum samples collected from women before menopause (reproductive women) in the age range of (22-43) years and were considered as (group A- control). While, (group B) included (30) serum samples collected from women using oral contraceptive pills between the ages of (22-43) years old. Whereas, another (30) serum samples were collected from women after menopause between the ages of (43-54) years and were considered as (group C). All of the collected serum samples were subjected to a number of serological and chemical tests for the measurement of (E2, HDL, LDL and Ca). Then, the obtained data were statistical analyzed and results showed a significant decrease (p˂ 0.05) in (E2 ,Ca and HDL) levels in menopausal women compared to that of the normal healthy controls. While, there were non-significant decrease (p> 0.05) in (E2, Ca and HDL) levels in women taking oral contraceptive when compared to the normal healthy controls. On the other hand, a significant increase (p˂ 0.05) was recorded in LDL level in menopausal women compared to that of the normal healthy controls whereas, no-significant increase (p˃ 0.05) in the LDL level in women taking oral contraceptives when compared to the control women.

Pharmacokinetics and Safety Assessment of Anti-HIV Dapivirine Vaginal Microbicide Rings with Multiple Dosing

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lungwani Muungo
Keyword(s):  
Ex Vivo ◽  
Oral Treatment ◽  
Plasma Concentrations ◽  
Vaginal Ring ◽  
Vaginal Fluid ◽  
Cervical Tissue ◽  
Double Blind ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Anti Hiv

Objectives: Self-administered vaginal rings are a promising method for delivery of topical anti-HIV microbicidesand might offer an adherence advantage over daily or coitally-dependent dosage forms such as gels. This trialassessed the safety and pharmacokinetic aspects of the Dapivirine Vaginal Ring-004 when worn as multiple rings oversequential periods of ring use by healthy, sexually-active, HIV-negative women.Methods: This double-blind trial was conducted among 48 women (18-40 years). Participants were randomlyassigned to two groups (A or B) and received (3:1) either the dapivirine or a placebo vaginal ring. Group A used tworings over a 56-day period and Group B used three rings over a 57-day period. Safety evaluations were conductedthroughout the trial. Dapivirine concentrations were measured in plasma, vaginal fluid and cervical tissue samplescollected during and after the 56 days (Group A) or 57 days (Group B) of vaginal ring use.Results: Ring-004 was safe and well tolerated in all participants. The pharmacokinetic profile demonstrated arapid increase in plasma and vaginal fluid concentrations and achieved concentrations in vaginal fluids and cervicaltissue well above the in vitro IC99 in cervical tissue (3.3 ng/mL) that were sustained for a 28 to 35-day ring use period(approximately 3000 times higher in vaginal fluids and 14 -1000 times higher in cervical tissue). Drug levels wereassociated with significant inhibitory activity of genital secretions against HIV ex vivo, a biomarker of pharmacodynamics.Individual plasma dapivirine concentrations did not exceed 553 pg/mL and were well below plasma concentrations atthe maximum tolerated dose for oral treatment (mean Cmax 2286 ng/mL).Conclusions: The consecutive use of several rings over a period of up to 57 days was safe and well tolerated, andPK data indicate that a single Ring-004 is likely to be protective for at least 35 days.

A Comparative Study of Amalaki Choorna along with Madhu and Vata Twak Kashaya Yoni Pichu Dharana in the Management of Shweta Pradara

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Renuka M. Tenahalli
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin C ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Pathological Condition ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Group A ◽  
Phosphorus Iron ◽  
Group B ◽  
Busy Schedule ◽  
Iron And Calcium

Shweta Pradara (Leucorrhoea) is the disease which is characterized by vaginal white discharge. Vaginal white discharge this symptom is present in both physiological and pathological condition, when it becomes pathological it disturbs routine life style of the woman. Most of the women in the early stage will not express the symptoms because of hesitation and their busy schedule. If it is not treated it may leads to chronic diseases like PID (Garbhashaya Shotha etc.) Charaka mentioned Amalaki Choorna along with Madhu and Vata Twak Kashaya Yoni Pichu Dharana. This treatment is used in Shweta Pradara shown positive results, hence a study was under taken to assess its clinical efficacy. 30 diagnosed patients of Shweta Pradara were randomly selected, allocated in three groups. Group A and Group B received Amalaki Choorna with Madhu and Vata Twak Kashaya Yoni Pichu Dharana respectively and Group C received Amalaki Choorna with Madhu followed by Vata Twak Kashaya Yoni Pichu Dharana for 15 days. The patients were assessed for the severity of the symptoms subjectively and objectively before and after the treatment and at the end of the follow up. Data from each group were statistically analyzed and were compared. No side effects were noted and it may be considered as an effective alternative medicine in Shweta Pradara (leucorrhea). Amalaki is rich in natural source of vitamin C and contains phosphorus, iron and calcium. Honey contains carbohydrate, vitamin C, phosphorus iron and calcium. All together these help to increase Hb% and immunity. Vata Twak Kashaya contains tannin which helps to maintain normal pH of the vagina.

Cocos nucifera L. oil alleviates lead acetate-induced reproductive toxicity in sexually-matured male Wistar rats

2021 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Olugbemi T. Olaniyan ◽  
Olakunle A. Ojewale ◽  
Ayobami Dare ◽  
Olufemi Adebayo ◽  
Joseph E. Enyojo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Luteinizing Hormone ◽  
Lead Acetate ◽  
Wistar Rats ◽  
Histological Analysis ◽  
Cocos Nucifera ◽  
Reproductive Toxicity ◽  
Positive Control ◽  
Negative Control ◽  
Male Wistar Rats ◽  
Cocos Nucifera L

Abstract Objectives Lead primarily affects male reproductive functions via hormonal imbalance and morphological damage to the testicular tissue with significant alteration in sperm profile and oxidative markers. Though, different studies have reported that Cocos nucifera L. oil has a wide range of biological effects, this study aimed at investigating the effect of Cocos nucifera L. oil on lead acetate-induced reproductive toxicity in male Wistar rats. Methods Twenty (20) sexually matured male Wistar rats (55–65 days) were randomly distributed into four groups (n=5). Group I (negative control)—distilled water orally for 56 days, Group II (positive control)—5 mg/kg bwt lead acetate intraperitoneally (i.p.) for 14 days, Group III—6.7 mL/kg bwt Cocos nucifera L. oil orally for 56 days and Group IV—lead acetate intraperitoneally (i.p.) for 14 days and Cocos nucifera L. oil for orally for 56 days. Rats were sacrificed by diethyl ether, after which the serum, testis and epididymis were collected and used for semen analysis, biochemical and histological analysis. Results The lead acetate significantly increases (p<0.05) testicular and epididymal malondialdehyde (MDA) levels, while a significant reduction (p<0.05) in sperm parameters, organ weight, testosterone and luteinizing hormone was observed when compared with the negative control. The coadministration of Cocos nucifera oil with lead acetate significantly increases (p<0.05) testosterone, luteinizing hormone, sperm parameters and organ weight, with a significant decrease (p<0.05) in MDA levels compared with positive control. Histological analysis showed that lead acetate distorts testicular cytoarchitecture and germ cell integrity while this was normalized in the cotreated group. Conclusions Cocos nucifera oil attenuates the deleterious effects of lead acetate in male Wistar rats, which could be attributed to its polyphenol content and antioxidant properties.

Is Decorin a Promising New Agent for Facial Nerve Regeneration? An Experimental Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Zehra Çınar ◽  
Ufuk Emre ◽  
Mehmet Gül ◽  
Özgür Yiğit ◽  
Elshan Mammadov ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cell Proliferation ◽  
Schwann Cell ◽  
Facial Nerve ◽  
Axonal Degeneration ◽  
Sham Group ◽  
Axon Diameter ◽  
Compound Muscle Action Potentials ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Potential Benefits ◽  
Group B

Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of systemic administration of decorin (DC) on facial nerve (FN) regeneration. Methods: A total of 32 female albino Wistar rats were divided into 4 groups: control (C) group: no bilateral FN neurorrhaphy (B-FNN), no DC application, sham-operated group: B-FNN without DC application, DC group: DC application without B-FNN, and B-FNN + DC group: B-FNN and DC application. Nerve conduction studies were performed before and after skin incisions at 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th weeks in all groups. The amplitude and latency of compound muscle action potentials were recorded. FN samples were obtained and were investigated under light microscopy and immunohistochemical staining. The nerve and axon diameter, number of axons, H score, Schwann cell proliferation, and myelin and axonal degeneration were recorded quantitatively. Results: In the sham group, the 3rd and 5th postoperative week, amplitude values were significantly lower than those of the B-FNN + DC group (p < 0.05). Nerve diameters were found to be significantly larger in the sham, DC, and B-FNN + DC groups than in the C group (p < 0.05). The number of axons, the axon diameter, and the H scores were found to be significantly higher in the B-FNN + DC group than in the sham group (p < 0.05). The Schwann cell proliferation, myelin degeneration, and axonal degeneration scores were significantly lower in the B-FNN + DC group than in the sham group (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Electrophysiological and histopathological evaluation revealed the potential benefits provided by DC. This agent may increase FN regeneration.

scholarly journals Application and practice of a step-by-step method combined with case-based learning in Chinese otoendoscopy education

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fanqin Wei ◽  
Qiyang Sun ◽  
Zili Qin ◽  
Huiwen Zhuang ◽  
Guangli Jiang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Learning Experience ◽  
Step Method ◽  
Innovative Methods ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Case Based Learning ◽  
Group A ◽  
Clinical Thinking ◽  
Group B ◽  
Learning Interest ◽  
Case Based

Abstract Background Standardized training allows more physicians to master otoendoscopic surgery. However, the lecture-based learning (LBL) applied in otoendoscopy teaching may not be conducive to training students in clinical thinking and surgical ability. It is necessary to explore innovative methods for otoendoscopy teaching. This study aimed to determine the effect of a step-by-step (SBS) method combined with case-based learning (CBL) in otoendoscopy teaching. Methods Fifty-nine physicians who participated in otoendoscopy training were selected as the study subjects and randomly divided into two groups (A and B). Group A underwent training with the SBS & CBL method, while Group B underwent training with the LBL & CBL method. The effects of these two methods for otoendoscopy training were compared by evaluation of professional skills and questionnaires before and after the training. Results Proficiency in otoendoscopic anatomy and grades for both professional knowledge and otoendoscopic skills were significantly higher in Group A than in Group B(P < 0.05). In terms of learning interest, surgical ability, acting capacity during surgery, reducing surgical complications, and satisfaction with learning experience, all responses from Group A were better than those from Group B(P < 0.05). Conclusions The SBS & CBL method may help to improve ability in otoendoscopic surgery and clinical thinking and appears suitable for endoscopy teaching.

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