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Effect of basella alba and hibiscus macranthus on tm4 sertoli cell functions
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)
Basella alba (BA) and Hibiscus macranthus (HM) are used by traditional healers in Cameroon to treat male sexual fertility problems. Previous studies showed that in vivo administration of the leaf extracts of both plants ...
An assessment of Hypoxis hemerocallidea extracts, and actives as natural antibiotic, and immune modulation phytotherapies
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)
In South Africa, the crude aqueous extract from Hypoxis hemerocallidea is used by AIDS patients to treat opportunistic infections, such as tuberculosis. The rapid emergence of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis, and extreme ...
Effects of Leonotis leonorus aqueous extract on the isolated perfused rat heart
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)
An aqueous extract prepared from the leaves and smaller stems of Leonotis leonorus was used to investigate the potential effects on certain cardiovascular parameters such as left ventricular systonic pressure, end-diastolic ...
Phytochemical study of Rhoicissus tomentosa
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)
This investigation focused on Rhoicissus tomentosa, belonging to the family, Vitaceae in an attempt to assess the phytochemistry of this plant which is widely used by traditional healers in South Africa to ensure the safe ...
Screening extracts of indigenous South African plants for the presence of anti-cancer compounds
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)
Early man dabbled with the use of plant extracts to cure ailments. This practice has been passed down from generation to generation and today more than 50% of the world'sdrugs are natural products or derivatives thereof. ...
Studies on some biologically active natural products from Tulbaghia Alliacea
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)
It is believed that early humans had knowledge of how to use traditional medicinal plants, but the knowledge has been partially lost as society underwent various changes leading to new civilizations. The aim of this study ...
The formulation and evaluation of rapid release tablets manufactured from Artemisia Afra plant material
(University of the Western Cape, 2004)
Infusions, decoctions, alcoholic preparations and other dosage forms of Artemisia afra are frequently used in South African traditional medicine. Generally when these preparations are made without applying good manufacturing ...
Pharmacological evaluation of some central nervous system effects of Cotyledon Orbiculata
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)
The use of traditional medicine through the use of medicinal plants in Africa and especially in South Africa has long been considered an important characteristic of people's daily lives and socio-cultural heritage. Cotyledon ...
The extraction, purification and evaluation of compounds from the leaves of Leonotis Leonorus for anticonvulsant activity
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)
The aim of this study is to isolate and evaluate the anticonvulsant components from the leaves of Leonotis leonorus (L) R.aR. and to see if there is any change in activity with the origin of the plant material and I or the ...
Acute and chronic toxicity of the flavonoid-containing plant, Artemisia afra in rodents
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)
The aim of this study was to investigate the possible toxicity of the flavonoid-containing plant, Artemisia afra and especially establish the safety of the aqueous extract of this plant after acute and chronic administration ...