Browsing Health Sciences by Subject "Toxicity"
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The antioxidant properties of bufadienolides, analogous to the orbicusides of Cotyledon orbiculata L. var orbiculata (Haw.) DC
(2014)The use of traditional and natural medicines in primary healthcare or alternative therapy is on the increase. However, the safety and efficacy of these medicines have not yet been confirmed. Pharmacognosy, the study of the ... -
The antioxidant properties of the methanol extract of Cotyledon orbiculata L. var orbiculata (Haw.) DC. Leaves
(North-West University, [2012])South Africa is a country of great diversity. Different climate zones and a host of different habitats make South Africa the perfect platform for rich floral diversity. This floral diversity lends itself to the study of ... -
An assessment of the biodistribution, biopersistence and toxicity of gold nanoparticles
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2015)The interest in biomedical applications of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) has increased dramatically in the last decade due to their ease of synthesis, unique surface and optical properties. The main driver of this surge in ... -
Evaluation of the effect of colloidal systems on biodistribution of selected prostate cancer radiopharmaceuticals
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2019)It has been reported that microemulsion (ME) delivery systems provide an opportunity to enhance the bioavailability and efficacy of a therapeutic agent whilst minimising side effects. The prostate-specific membrane antigen ... -
In vitro evaluation of the toxicity profile of N-trimethyl chitosan chloride
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2000)The pharmaceutical scientist 1s confronted by numerous challenges in the area of developing new and effective delivery systems for new classes of drugs such as peptide and protein drugs. Due to the size and polarity ... -
Preparation, stability and in vitro evaluation of liposomes containing amodiaquine
(North-West University, 2010)Malaria is a curable disease that claims nearly one million lives each year. Problems with the treatment of malaria arise as resistance spreads and new treatment options are becoming less effective. The need for new ...