Publications by authors named "Kalaivani P"

This study reports the development of new probes RR1 ((1)-1-(1-(6-bromo-2-oxo-2-chromen-3-yl)ethylidene)ethyl thiosemicarbazone) and RR2 ((1)-1-(1-(6-bromo-2-oxo-2-chromen-3-yl)ethylidene)phenyl thiosemicarbazone), which selectively showed fluorescence turn 'OFF' response towards Cu and Al. Further, complexes of RR1-Cu2+ and RR2-Al3+ acted as chemosensors for the detection of L-amino acids. RR1-Cu2+ selectively detected L-arginine (fluorescence turn 'ON'), and RR2-Al3+ selectively detected L-glutamic acid (fluorescence turn 'ON').

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Phytochemicals are compounds found in plants that have various biological activities and health benefits. Although phytochemicals have diverse therapeutic applications, they confront several challenges, such as poor solubility, instability, and low bioavailability. Phytosomes are used to overcome those challenges.

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Hetero-bimetallic ruthenium(II) complexes (PRAFIZ and PRBFIZ) containing acetyl ferrocene (AFIZ)/benzoyl ferrocene isonicotinic hydrazone ligands (BFIZ) were synthesized and characterized by various spectral and analytical techniques. The structure of acetyl ferrocene isonicotinic hydrazone (AFIZ) and the complex PRBFIZ was confirmed by X-ray crystallography. The hydrazide ligands coordinated in a bidentate monobasic fashion using their N1 hydrazinic nitrogen and enolic oxygen atoms.

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(Ashwagandha) also called as Indian ginseng, a revered herb from Indian traditional system of medicine is a rejuvenator and tonic () used for its varied benefits. The roots of ashwagandha exhibit properties like anti-inflammatory, aphrodisiac, anthelmintic, astringent, diuretic, stimulant and thermogenic. However, data of ashwagandha on its mutagenic effects are lacking.

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Many pharmacological studies have been carried out to describe multiple biological properties of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) and the additional safety information on repeated dose toxicity is limited. Therefore, the aim of this study was to obtain safety data for KSM-66 Ashwagandha Root Extract (ARE) through repeated-dose toxicity in Wistar rats according to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) test guideline (TG 408). ARE was orally administered to rats at doses of 0, 500, 1000, and 2000 mg/kg body weight/day for 90-day and reversibility of effects of 0 and 2000 mg/kg body weight/day was assessed for 14 days.

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2,3-Dihydro-4-hydroxy-chromene-4()-ethyl thiosemicarbazone (probe ) is used as a chemosensor, and it selectively detected Cu ions among the metal ions by showing fluorescence "TURN ON" behavior. The stoichiometric binding of the probe with Cu () was confirmed by Job's plot and mass spectroscopy. Further, was used as a sensor for the detection of l-amino acids and N-heterocyclic compounds.

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Increased laxity of the skin can be caused by aging, significant weight loss, or defects in the elastic tissue. A 38-year-old female presented with increased laxity of the skin over the neck, thighs, and abdomen for 6 years, associated with headache and blurring of vision for a week. On cutaneous examination, prominent skin folds, laxity, and wrinkles were noted over the neck, abdomen, thighs, and groin, with yellowish papules along the neck creases.

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A quinoline-based Schiff base sensor, 6-methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydro-quinoline-3-carboxaldehyde-4(N)-phenylsemicarbazone (6MPS), has been developed for selective sensing of methionine and aspartic acid in aqueous medium through "on-off-on" type selective detection of copper ion. Fluorescence imaging of 6MPS, 6MPSC, 6MPSCN, 6MPSC-met, 6MPSCN-met, 6MPSC-asp and 6MPSCN-asp has been successfully demonstrated, in which the sensing probes 6MPSC-met, 6MPSCN-met, 6MPSC-asp and 6MPSCN-asp displayed bright green fluorescence in both in vitro and in vivo live cells.

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Acidification in the marine environment has become a global issue that creates serious threats to marine organisms. In the present study, we evaluated the effect of CO driven acidification on the shrimp Litopenaeus vannamei post-larvae (PL). L.

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The 1:1 stoichiometric reactions of 3-methoxy salicylaldehyde-4(N)-substituted thiosemicarbazones (HL) with [RuCpCl(PPh)] was carried out in methanol. The obtained complexes (1-4) were characterized by analytical, IR, absorption and H NMR spectroscopic studies. The structures of ligand [H-3MSal-etsc] (HL) and complex [RuCp(Msal-etsc) (PPh)] (3), were characterized by single crystal X-ray diffraction studies.

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New ruthenium(II) complexes were synthesised and characterized by various spectro analytical techniques. The structure of the complexes 3 and 4 has been confirmed by X-ray crystallography. The complexes were subjected to study their anti-oxidant profile and were exhibited significantly greater in vitro DPPH radical scavenging activity than vitamin C.

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A series of new water soluble nickel(II) complexes containing triphenylphosphine and 4-methoxysalicylaldehyde-4(N)-substituted thiosemicarbazones were synthesized and characterized. Crystallographic investigations confirmed the structure of the complexes (1-4) having the general structure [Ni(4-Msal-Rtsc)(PPh)] (Where R=H (1); CH (2); CH (3); CH (4)) which showed that thiosemicarbazone ligands coordinated to nickel(II) ion as ONS tridentate bibasic donor. DNA/BSA protein binding ability of the ligands and their new complexes were studied by taking calf-thymus DNA (CT-DNA) and Bovine serum albumin (BSA) through absorption and emission titrations.

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Purpose Of Research: Since, transient focal cerebral ischaemia exhibits detrimental effect not only during the course of ischaemia but also after the onset of reperfusion, the current study is focussed on identifying the appropriate therapeutic time point at which NG-nitro-l-arginine methyl ester (l-NAME) exerts better neuroprotection.

Principal Results: Pre-ischaemic administration of l-NAME ameliorated neurological deficits much better than the during ischaemic and post-ischaemic groups. Pre-ischaemic l-NAME has also mitigated glutamate excitotoxicity, increased glutamine synthetase activity, ATP and NAD levels, decreased nitrate/nitrite content, down regulated TNF-α and upregulated IL-10 expressions and reduced the cerebral infarction significantly than the during ischaemic and post-ischaemic groups.

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Memantine (MN), a NMDA blocker is well known for its protective effect against various neurodegenerative diseases. However, its role in improving motor function and regulation of neurotrophic factors in Huntington's disease (HD) has not been studied yet. In the present study, we have investigated the effect of MN against 3-nitropropionic acid (3NP), induced motor impairment, and alterations in the expression of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and glial cell-derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF) in mice brain.

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The present study was undertaken to identify the time-dependent changes in bioenergetic regulators and oxidative stress markers levels and also to ascertain which occurs early in focal cerebral ischemia. The status of bioenergetic regulators (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, Silent information regulator Transporter 1 (SirT1) and Poly adenosine diphosphate--ribose polymerase 1 (Parp1)) and oxidative stress markers' (lipid peroxidation and nitric oxide) levels along with excitatory neurochemical glutamate, neuronal nuclei (NeuN), glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP), and caspase 3 at various durations of reperfusion viz 0, 1, 6, 24, 72, and 166 hours was investigated in rats subjected to 2 hours of middle cerebral artery occlusion. Six hours after reperfusion, a significant downregulation in SirT1 and upregulation in Parp1 expressions were observed in striatal region of ischemic-reperfused rats compared with ischemic rats.

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Use of antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) in pregnancy warrants various side effects and also deleterious effects on fetal development. The present study was carried out to assess the effects of prenatal exposure to lamotrigine (LTG) on postnatal development and behavioural alterations of offspring. Adult male and female Sprague Dawley rats weighing 150-180 g b.

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A series of novel nickel(II) thiosemicarbazone complexes(1-4) have been prepared and characterized by various spectral, analytical techniques and X-ray crystallography. Further, their efficacy to interact with CT-DNA/BSA has been explored. From the binding studies, it is inferred that complex 4 found to be more active than other complexes.

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The present study was aimed to scientifically demonstrate the anti-hypertensive action of Venthamarai chooranam (VMC) in renal hypertensive rats. Two Kidney One Clip (2K1C) Goldblatt model was adopted to induce hypertension in rats. Male Sprague Dawley rats (270-320 g) were randomized into sham (n = 6), vehicle-treated 2K1C (n = 9) and VMC-treated 2K1C (400 mg/kg, p.

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A series of four new thiosemicarbazone complexes of palladium have been synthesized, characterized and evaluated for their DNA/protein binding with CT-DNA and BSA, respectively. The new complexes bound to CT-DNA by intercalation mode and in protein binding studies, the complexes bound to BSA binding mechanism was found as static quenching. Among them the complex 4 had a strong binding affinity with BSA.

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Telmisartan (TEL), an angiotensin type 1 receptor (AT1R) antagonist, has been reported to exert neuroprotective effect in animal models of Parkinson's disease (PD). However, its effect on motor functions, mutant protein α-synuclein (SYN) and neurotrophic factors (BDNF and GDNF) expression and their interrelation in PD has not yet been elucidated. In the present study, the effect of TEL on 1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine (MPTP) induced motor dysfunctions and dopaminergic degeneration was ascertained through investigating the alterations in protein expression of dopamine transporter (DAT), tyrosine hydroxylase (TH) and SYN in C57BL/6J mouse.

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Background: The dried bulbs of Allium sativum (Garlic) and leaves of Lagerstroemia speciosa (Banaba) are used as medicinal food for the treatment of diabetes and other ailments.

Aim: The present study was undertaken to ascertain whether the combination of both garlic and banaba extract produces synergistic therapeutic effect in diabetic state.

Methods: In the in vitro studies, the effect of standardized aqueous extract of Allium sativum (ASE), methanolic extract of Lagerstroemia speciosa (LSE) and their mixture (1:1 ratio), DIA-2 on insulin stimulated glucose uptake in 3T3-L1 cells, erythrocyte sorbitol accumulation and protein glycation were evaluated.

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Cuminum cyminum (CC) is a commonly used spice in South Indian foods. It has been traditionally used for the treatment and management of sleep disorders, indigestion, and hypertension. The present study was carried out to scientifically evaluate the anti-hypertensive potential of standardized aqueous extract of CC seeds and its role in arterial endothelial nitric oxide synthase expression, inflammation, and oxidative stress in renal hypertensive rats.

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Three new nickel(II) thiosemicarbazone complexes have been synthesized and characterized by analytical, spectral, and single-crystal X-ray diffraction studies. In complex 1, the ligand 2-hydroxy-1-naphthaldehydethiosemicarbazone coordinated as a monobasic tridentate donor, whereas in complexes 2 and 3, the ligands salicylaldehyde-4(N)-ethylthiosemicarbazone and 2-hydroxy-1-naphthaldehyde-4(N)-ethylthiosemicarbazone coordinated as a dibasic tridentate donor. The DNA binding ability of the complexes in calf thymus DNA was explored by absorption and emission titration experiments.

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One pot synthesis of three structurally different Ni(II) thiosemicarbazone complexes 1, 2 and 3 were obtained from the reaction between [NiCl(2)(PPh(3))(2)], 1,2-bis(diphenylphosphino)ethane, and [H(2)-(Sal-tsc)]. The obtained products were characterized by various spectral and analytical techniques. From the X-ray crystallographic analysis, an unexpected N-arylation on the coordinated salicylaldehydethiosemicarbazone was found in complex 2.

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Ethnopharmacological Relevance: Present study was undertaken to demonstrate the mode of anti-diabetic action of a polyherbal Siddha Medicine, Madhumega chooranam (MMC).

Materials And Methods: MMC was fractionated into phenolic (PMMC) and non-phenolic (NPMMC) portions in order to identify bioactive fraction. Study was performed in type II diabetic rats.

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