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Terminalia arjuna: Phytochemistry, pharmacognosy and pharmacological studies

About Author:
Amol.A.Dambal,
Department of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry
Govt. College of pharmacy, Kathora naka,
Amravati-444604. (M.S.), INDIA.

ABSTRACT:
The herbal remedies have been employed in various medical systems for the treatment and management of different diseases. The plant Terminalia arjuna has been used in different system of traditional medication for the treatment of diseases and ailments of human beings. The plants contain Arjunilic acid, Triterpine glycosides like Arjunetosides I, II, III, IV, Arjunine and Arjunetein. The bark is rich in Saponnins, natural anti-oxidants (flavonoids-arjunone,arjunolone,leteilin), gallic acid, ellagic acid , phytosterols, rich in minerals like ca,  mg, zn and co, reducing sugars & coloring matter. It has been reported as Cardio tonic, Hepato-protective, Immunomodulatory, Antihyperglycemic, Antihyperlipidemic, Analgesic and Anti-Inflammatory, Antibacterial and Antiulcer properties.The current study is therefore carried out to provide requisite phytochemical and Pharmacological detail about the plant. The plant is cultivated in different parts of India on a small scale at present However; systematic information on different aspects of this species is not available. In this review, an attempt has been made to present this information.

A Review on -A Rare Disorder of Waldenstrom’s Macroglobulinemia

About Authors:
Ms. Shilpa G. Lodha1,  Vanita Nimje2, Ramzan Virani3

1 Department of Biotechnology,
Agnihotri College of Science, Ram Nagar,
Wardha 442001, India.
2 Department of Biotechnology,
Jankievi Bajaj college, Arvi Naka,
Wardha 442001, India.
3 Department of Biology,
Shivramji Moghe College of Science,
Panharkawada- 445 302, India.

Abstract
Many types of Cancer and Malingancy are known, in that Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinemia is rare cancer of an uncommon lymphoproliferative disorder characterized primarily by bone marrow infiltration and IgM monoclonal gammopathy. It should be considered a distinct clinicopathological entity rather than a clinical syndrome secondary to IgM secretion. The concentration of monoclonal IgM can vary widely in Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinemia and it is not possible to define a concentration that reliably distinguishes it from monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS).  Besides having lots of diagnosis method, there is no single accepted treatment for Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinemia.  Commonly used treatment includes the monoclonal antibody rituximab, sometimes in combination with chemotherapeutic drugs such as chlorambucil, cyclophosphamide, or vincristine or with thalidomide. We have to find out the successful and low cost methods to cure Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinemia.

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1.A    2.D    3.A    4.D    5.A

6.B    7.C    8.A    9.B    10.A

Walk in Interview for Fresher Pharmacist in Indian Railways | Vacancies in North East Frontier Railway - 12 posts

ENGAGEMENT OF PARA-MEDICAL STAFF ON CONTRACT BASIS AGAINST VACANCIES EXISTING IN PARA -MEDICAL CATEGORY OF NORTHEAST FRONTIER RAILWAY, MALIGAON & ITS DIVISIONS– THROUGH WALK-IN INTERVIEW.

Prescribing Pattern for the Treatment of Dengue in a Tertiary Care Hospital, Bangalore- India.

About Authors:
AK Hafeez, MA Akheel, A Ashfaque, NK Meera
Dept of Pharmacy Practice,
VIPS,
Bangalore, India

Abstract
Aim
: To study the prescribing pattern for the treatment of Dengue in tertiary care hospital in Bangalore.
Methods: A retrospective study was carried on prescribing pattern of drugs for the treatment of dengue in a tertiary care teaching hospital in Bangalore. This study included hundred patients both male and female in the age group of 1 – 70 years, the prescriptions were analysed for the drug therapy given.
Results:The results show that the most commonly prescribed class of drugs were antipyretic (99%), anti-ulcer (95%), antibiotics (69%) and anti emetic (40%). In addition, supplementary treatment was also observed. 100% of suffered population was treated with IV fluids. Since a specific treatment is not available for Dengue, the patients were treated symptomatically.
Conclusion:This survey highlights the demands for a more specific treatment, lest it leads to another epidemic break in the country.

TROUBLESHOOTING IN HIGH PERFORMANCE LIQUID CHROMATOGRAPHY

About Authors:
Ipshita Chattopadhyaya, Ekta Malhotra
Department of Pharmacy,
Jaipur National University,
Jaipur, India

ABSTRACT
(1)The developments in column packing technology and suitable equipment paved the way for what is now called High Performance or High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC). The new technique provided much higher resolution, more accurate quantitative results, as well as shorter analysis times in comparison to the earlier techniques .During the sixties, new theoretical insights accompanied by important. Since its introduction, HPLC has evolved into an indispensable tool in many analytical laboratories and is applied to diverse analytical problems. Actually, HPLC refers to a number of separation techniques that use a liquid mobile phase, or eluent. Troubleshooting HPLC instrumentation and separations require a fundamental understanding of how the instrument functions and how the separation works. (2)This article provides a practical guide to common HPLC problems, along with more in-depth information to help the reader understand the relationships between the observed symptoms and the underlying causes. The practical approach presented here is meant to serve as both a troubleshooting guide and an HPLC learning tool.

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6.B    7.A    8.C    9.B    10.C

Requirement of Clinical Research Associate in Siro Clinpharm - 4 openings

SIRO Clinpharm is one of the leading Global Clinical Research Organizations (CROs), offering full scope services conducting clinical trials in the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology and Medical Devices sectors in compliance with International Standards. We are headquartered in India having global presence in USA, Israel and in Europe at Germany, Czech Republic, Greece, Estonia, Romania, Spain and France.

BIOLOGICAL EVALUATION OF HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENTS

About Authors:
Kataria Sahil, Aggarwal Ashutosh, Middha Akanksha, Sandhu Premjeet
Seth G. L. Bihani S.D. College of Technical Education,
Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research,
Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan,
INDIA

INTRODUCTION
Diabetes is a chronic (lifelong) disease marked by high levels of sugar in the blood.
There are three major types of diabetes:
•    Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in childhood. Many patients are diagnosed when they are older than age 20. In this disease, the body makes little or no insulin. Daily injections of insulin are needed. The exact cause is unknown. Genetics, viruses, and autoimmune problems may play a role.

•    Type 2 diabetes is far more common than type 1. It makes up most of diabetes cases. It usually occurs in adulthood, but young people are increasingly being diagnosed with this disease. The pancreas does not make enough insulin to keep blood glucose levels normal, often because the body does not respond well to insulin. Many people with type 2 diabetes do not know they have it, although it is a serious condition. Type 2 diabetes is becoming more common due to increasing obesity and failure to exercise.

Vacancy for Trainee Pharmacy in Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd.

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL), a Navratna Central Public Sector Undertaking, is a premier Aeronautical Company of South East Asia with 20 Production / Overhaul / Service Divisions and 10 co-located R&D Centres spread across the country.

BRAIN TARGETING NOVAL APPROACHES: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

About Authors:
Sandhu Premjeet1, 2,Rathore Devashish2, Kataria Sahil1 , Middha Akanksh1
1Seth G. L. Bihani S.D. College of Technical Education,
Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research,
Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, INDIA
2 School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, RGPV University campus,
Bhopal, M.P, INDIA

ABSTRACT
The blood – brain barrier (BBB) has always presented a challenge to scientists for brain drug targeting . the BBB evolved in such a way that it protects the brain from various foreign substance such as neurotoxins. This mechanism makes the BBB an insurmountable . This mechanism makes BBB an insurmountable barrier for numerous highly essential drugs , including antibiotics, cytostatics and other CNS active drug Drugs may be administered directly into the CNS or administered systematically (e.g. by intravenous injection) for targeted action in the CNS. The major challenge to CNS drug delivery is the blood-brain barrier (BBB), which limits the access of drugs to the brain substance. Various strategies that have been used for manipulating the blood-brain barrier for drug delivery to the brain include osmotic and chemical opening of the blood-brain barrier as well as the use of transport/carrier systems. Other strategies for drug delivery to the brain involve bypassing the BBB. Various pharmacological agents have been used to open the BBB and direct invasive methods can introduce therapeutic agents into the brain substance. It is important to consider not only the net delivery of the agent to the CNS, but also the ability of the agent to access the relevant target site within the CNS. Various routes of administration as well as conjugations of drugs, e.g. with liposomes and nanoparticles are considered. Some routes of direct administration to the brain are non-invasive such as transnasal route whereas others involve entry into the CNS by devices and needles such as in case of intrathecal and intracerebroventricular delivery.

MOISTURE CONTENT: A STABILITY PROBLEM IN PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS

About Authors:
Anil kumar
Jubilant chemsys Limited, Noida-201301
Babu Banarsi Das National Institute of Technology and Management
Akhilash Das Nagar, Lucknow

Abstract
Presence of moisture influences chemical stability, crystal structure, powder flow, compaction lubricity, dissolution rate, and polymer film permeability in solid dosage forms and lead to growth of microorganisms, change in thixotropy in semi-solid dosage forms. Moreover, unit operations obviously depending on the amount and state of water present are also influenced by it. Therefore, moisture influences the properties of individual active ingredients and excipients, and it is essential to characterize the effect of moisture on these individual components. This article lay emphasis on determination of moisture by various methods and illustrates the changes induced by moisture on several product and process attributes

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6.C    7.C    8.D    9.C    10.A

Vacancy for the post of Director at The All India Institute of Ayuveda

The All India Institute of Ayuveda, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi, is a newly established Institute for undertaking multi-disciplinary research and teaching in related subjects for standardization, quality control and scientific validation of Ayurveda drugs and therapies.
The Institute is headed by a Director, the post of which carries the pay scale of Rs.37400-67000- NPA (PB- 4 Grade Pay Rs. 12000) plus allowances like H.R.A., T.A. etc as admissible.

Natural Anticancer drugs and Recent Developments in it

About Authors:
Kaushal Chovatiya, D.R. Mundhada
Agnihotri College of Pharmacy, Wardha,
Maharashtra, India.

Abstract:
Cancer is the second leading cause of death worldwide. Conventional cancer therapies cause serious side effects and, at best, merely extend the patient’s lifespan by a few years. Cancer control may therefore benefit from the potential that resides in alternative therapies. The demand to utilize alternative concepts or approaches to the treatment of cancer is therefore escalating. There is compelling evidence from epidemiological and experimental studies that highlight the importance of compounds derived from plants “phytochemicals” to reduce the risk of colon cancer and inhibit the development and spread of tumors in experimental animals. More than 25% of drugs used during the last 20 years are directly derived from plants, while the other 25% are chemically altered natural products. Still, only 5-15% of the approximately 250,000 higher plants have ever been investigated for bioactive compounds. The advantage of using such compounds for cancer treatment is their relatively non-toxic nature and availability in an ingestive form. An ideal phytochemical is one that possesses anti-tumor properties with minimal toxicity and has a defined mechanism of action. As compounds that target specific signaling pathways are identified, researchers can envisage novel therapeutic approaches as well as a better understanding of the pathways involved in disease progression. Plant derived compounds have played an important role in the development of several clinically useful anticancer agents. Several anticancer agents including taxol, vinblastine, vincristine and topotecan are in clinical use all over the world. A number of promising agents such as combrestatin, betulinic acid and silvesterol are in clinical or preclinical development.An attempt has been made to review some medicinal plants used for the prevention and treatment of cancer and recent state of development of anticancer drugs regarding Natural Products.

Opening For Freshers as Chemist : Quality Assurance

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6.B    7.C    8.C    9.D    10.B

Working opportunity for Fresh Pharmacist in MIOT Hospitals - 4 posts

MIOT Hospitals, A leading Multi-Speciality Hospital in India known for its adoption of Professional standards, both Nationally and Internationally.
Being the leading centre for Orthopaedics and Orthopaedic Research, MIOT Hospitals has the World Class Specialties in the field of Joint Replacement Surgeries, Orthopaedics and Trauma Care. MIOT also has specialized centre for Nephrology, Thoracic & Cardio Vascular Care, Neurology and Neuro Surgery, Paediatric Cardio Surgery and many other specialties.

Medical Representative Require in Amrona Medical - 4 posts in Delhi

One of the fastest Growing Company that will have its presence on PAN India basis within 2years, currently having its operations in Northern and Western part of India.We believe in providing best working environment to our employees and help you succeed in your personal and professional Life. We are rapidly growing pharmaceutical company and only needs people with right attitude.

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