Mohammad Hosein Farzaei

Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran|Medical Biology Research Center, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran

[ 1 ] - Medicinal plants for gingivitis: a review of clinical trials

Objective(s): Periodontal diseases are among prevalent oral health problems which may ultimately lead to severe complications in oral cavity. Herbal products can be designed as single or multicomponent preparations for better oral health. This study aims to review current clinical trials on the effectiveness of herbal products in gingivitis. Materials and Methods: Electronic databases, includin...

[ 2 ] - Evaluation of phytochemicals, antioxidant and burn wound healing activities of Cucurbita moschata Duchesne fruit peel

Objective(s): Cucurbita moschata Duchesne (pumpkin) is a well-known plant with several pharmacological effects. The aim of the present study was to assess burn wound healing activity of C. moschata peel extract (CE). Also, standardized CE was assessed for antioxidant activity and antibacterial effects against major pathogens of burns. Materials and Methods: Healing properties of topical prepara...

[ 3 ] - Pharmacological effects of gallic acid in health and disease: A mechanistic review

Objective(s): Gallic acid is a natural phenolic compound found in several fruits and medicinal plants. It is reported to have several health-promoting effects. This review aims to summarize the pharmacological and biological activities of gallic acid in vitro and animal models to depict the pharmacological status of this compound for future studies.Materials and Methods: All relevant papers in ...

[ 4 ] - Protective and Therapeutic Effect of Oleoresin of Pistacia atlantica in Acetic Acid-induced Colitis in Rat

Background: Ulcerative colitis is an idiopathic chronic, relapsing inflammation of the colon which is resulted from dysregulation of the mucosal immune system. In Iranian traditional medicine, oleoresin from Pistacia atlantica is used to treat gastrointestinal disorders, including peptic ulcers, dyspepsia and intestinal inflammation. Objective: In this study, we examined the therapeutic and pro...

[ 5 ] - Evaluation of protective effects of hydroalcoholic extract obtained from Cucurbita moschata skin in animal model of ulcerative colitis

Introduction: Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory disease of the large intestine that cannot be treated, but its symptoms can be controlled. Cucurbita pepo from the Cucurbitaceae family, has wound healing and anti-inflammatory properties. In this regard, the aim of this study was to evaluate the protective effects of hydroalcoholic extract prepared from the skin of the squash plant in the ani...