Publications by authors named "D M Rath"

Glimepiride (GLM) is one of the potential antidiabetic drugs used in clinics for a long time. It is currently used in combination with metformin along with other drugs, but has shown various complications in patients from long-term use. Thus, the hypothesis is to use a lower dose of GLM with a non-toxic class of flavonoid, naringin (NARN), for better therapy with minimal side-effects.

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Diabetes is a chronic, irreversible, non-infectious metabolic syndrome associated with low insulin production by the pancreas or due to insulin resistance. The management landscape for diabetes is swiftly evolving due to ongoing advancements. Conventional treatment approaches have struggled to fully address the root causes of the disease while also carrying significant risks of adverse effects.

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Thromboangiitis obliterans (TAO) is a rare but threatening disease associated with significant morbidity and mortality. The pathophysiology is poorly understood, the diagnosis is often obscure and causal treatment options are limited. In the current study, we aimed to identify distinct TAO patient clusters that differed in clinical presentation and prognosis.

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Article Synopsis
  • A study investigates the use of Litsea monopetala's stem bark decoction for treating jaundice and liver disorders, traditionally used by tribal communities in West Pakistan.
  • The research identifies phytochemical compounds in the plant and evaluates its protective effects on liver cells and in rats, comparing the results to Silymarin, a known liver-protective drug.
  • Findings show that the stem bark extract significantly improves cell viability against oxidative stress and restores healthy liver function markers, indicating its potential as a hepatoprotective agent pending further testing.
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