Medicinal plant extracts interfere in gastric cancer stem cells fluorescence-based assays.

Fluorescence is used in various biological assays due to its high sensitivity, versatility, and precision. In recent years, studies using medicinal plant extracts have increased. However, fluorescence-based assays could be biased by plant metabolites autofluorescence.

Effects of L. ointment on second-degree burns in mice.

Background And Aim: Potato ( L.) is mainly characterized by its antioxidant and healing properties. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the effects of an ointment based on L.

Hepatoprotective and nephroprotective effects of Ruiz and Pav. on diclofenac-induced toxicity in rats.

Background And Aim: Ruiz and Pav. (also known as "Pájaro bobo") is known for its medicinal properties, including antiulcer, antiasthmatic, leishmanicidal, antipyretic, antispasmodic, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and hepatoprotective effects. Therefore, we aimed to evaluate its hepatoprotective and nephroprotective effects using a rat model of diclofenac-induced toxicity.

Wound healing activity of -based topical formulations in mice.

Background And Aim: Ruiz and Pavón, a tuber native to South America, is characterized by its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties that contribute to wound healing. This study aimed to evaluate the healing effect of the topical formulations (gel and cream) on induced wounds in mice.

Materials And Methods: Here, an acidic ethanolic extract (1.