Publications by authors named "Umar Faruk Magaji"

Sodium valproate- a salt of valproic acid (VPA), is an anticonvulsant used in the treatment of epilepsy and a range of psychiatric conditions that include panic attacks, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, migraine and bipolar disorder etc. VPA can cause direct damage to many tissues due to accumulation of toxic metabolites. Nowadays, phytochemicals are amongst the best options for the treatment of diseases.

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Moringa oleifera (M. oleifera) is a popular medicinal plant that has become a wide research area in recent years due to its detected biological effects and its bioactive compounds. Valproic acid (VPA) is a medication used in the treatment of epilepsy and bipolar disorder and high doses or prolonged use of VPA can result in oxidative stress in cells.

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Article Synopsis
  • - Dysfunction of the extraorbital lacrimal gland (ELG) can damage the cornea and lead to vision loss, prompting a study on the effects of sodium valproate (SV) and Moringa oleifera (M. oleifera) on rats.
  • - Results showed that SV treatment led to decreased antioxidant levels and increased oxidative stress, while M. oleifera extract treatment improved antioxidant status and reduced oxidative stress markers in rats also receiving SV.
  • - Protein analysis indicated that Moringa extract reversed some negative effects seen in SV-treated rats, highlighting its potential protective properties against oxidative damage related to SV use.
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Valproic acid is an antiepileptic drug associated with skin-related issues like excessive hair growth, hair loss, and skin rashes. In contrast, , rich in nutrients and antioxidants, is gaining popularity worldwide for its medicinal properties. The protective properties of extract against skin-related side effects caused by valproic acid were investigated.

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Valproic acid is an effective treatment for generalized seizure and related neurological defects. Despite its efficacy and acceptability, its use is associated with adverse drug effects. leaves are rich in phytochemical and nutritional components.

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This study aimed to explore the potential protective impacts of Moringa oleifera extract on major alteration in salivary glands of rats exposed to sodium valproate (VA). Groups were defined as control, control+moringa extract, sodium valproate, and sodium valproate+moringa extract. Antioxidant and oxidant status, activities of digestive and metabolic enzymes were examined.

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Valproic acid (VPA) is a drug used for the treatment of epilepsy worldwide. Depending on usage, it can cause complications such as coagulopathies, hepatotoxicity, and encephalopathy. has been shown to have antitumor, anti-inflammatory, antiulcer, antispasmodic, diuretic, antihypertensive, antidiabetic, and hepatoprotective activities.

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Diabetes is a metabolic disorder whose complications are among the leading cause of death. In this study, the antidiabetic effect of L-alanine was tested in alloxan-induced diabetic rats. Thirty-five male albino Wistar rats were divided into five groups viz; Group I and II: nondiabetic and diabetic controls respectively; Group III and IV: 150 and 300 mg/kg b.

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