Salman Ahmed

University of Karachi · Department of Pharmacognosy

Presented study was an initial attempt to discover bergenin as an antiemetic compound isolated from Peltophorum roxburghii L., leaves. It is the extension of antiemetic activity from methanol extract of Peltophorum roxburghii L., leaves. Antiemetic activity was assessed using copper sulfate induced emesis in chick’s model. Bergenin (25 mg/kg, p.o.)...

Current study was designed to explore the antiemetic effect of the methanolic extract of Tithonia diversifolia (Hemsl.) A. Gray., leaves using chick emesis model in order to validate their folk use in G.I. disorders. Emesis was induced by the oral administration of copper sulfate 50mg/kg body weight to male chicks of four days age. The antiemetic a...

Cleome brachycarpa Vahl ., and Cleome viscosa L., were evaluated for anti-emetic activity in copper sulfate induced chick emesis model. Emesis was induced by copper sulfate (50 mg / kg) and the methanolic extracts of leaves were tested at the dose of 150 mg / kg orally. Chlorpromazine (150mg/kg orally) was used as standard anti-emetic drug. The ant...

Nature provides drugs in the form of medicinal plants to cure all ailments of mankind with fewer side effects. These medicinal plants can cause some serious damaging effects on the vital organs of the body too; there is a need of toxicity studies to provide their safe use both in human and animals. The present study reports the acute systemic toxic...

The seeds of Cleome viscosa are used in traditional systems of medicine for the treatment of many diseases in Asia.This study evaluated fixed oil from the seeds of Cleome viscosa for analgesic and antiemetic activity by using the acetic acid induced writhing test in mice (intraperitoneally) and chick emetic model (oral treatment) respectively. The...

Introduction: Study was taken with an objective to investigate the inhibitory effect of Phaseolus lunatus seeds extract on three enzymes (α-amylase, maltase and glucoamylase) which are involved in diabetes. The disadvantages related with the use of synthetic drugs make it necessary to search for alternative drugs from medicinal plants. One therapeu...

Neuroblastoma is the most prevalent extracranial solid tumor in pediatric patients, originating from sympathetic nervous system cells. Metastasis can be observed in approximately 70% of individuals after diagnosis, and the prognosis is poor. The current care methods used, which include surgical removal as well as radio and chemotherapy, are largely...

Malignant melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer. It is becoming more common globally and is increasingly resistant to treatment options. Despite extensive research into its pathophysiology, there are still no proven cures for metastatic melanoma. Unfortunately, current treatments are frequently ineffective and costly, and have several...

Cancer is one of the most severe medical conditions in the world, causing millions of deaths each year. Chemotherapy and radiotherapy are critical for treatment approaches, but both have numerous adverse health effects. Furthermore, the resistance of cancerous cells to anticancer medication leads to treatment failure. The rising burden of cancer re...

Capsicum has been an important part of diet since centuries and has been widely used traditionally for ailments. The objective of the present analysis was to determine the diuretic and antidiarrheal potentials of four variations of Capsicum annum L. fruits available in local market of Karachi, Pakistan. It belongs to family Solanaceae and extracts...

Prostate cancer (PCa) is the leading cause of cancer death in men, and its treatment is commonly associated with severe adverse effects. Thus, new treatment modalities are required. In this context, natural compounds have been widely explored for their anti-PCa properties. Aquatic organisms contain numerous potential medications. Anticancer peptide...

Cervical and ovarian cancers contribute significantly to female morbidity and mortality worldwide. The current standard of treatment, including surgical removal, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy, offers poor outcomes. There are many side effects to traditional chemotherapeutic agents and treatment-resistant types, and often the immune response i...

The present study shows the pharmacognostic and phytochemical studies on the flowers of Cordia sebestena L. belong to the family Boraginaceae. C. sebestena L. is found primarily in tropical and subtropical regions of the American, Asian and African continents. Though it is an important plant, until date no pharmacognostic work is found on its parts...

Vitamin E is extensively available in the natural world and is produced by prototrophs such as plants, algae, and blue-green algae. Vitamin E is used as a dietary supplement, an antioxidant food stabilizer, a pharmaceutical additive, and as a preservative in livestock feed. There are several types of vitamin E that can be differentiated by the posi...

Study objectives: The aim of the study was to evaluate the antitussive effect of aerial parts of ethanolic extract of Caesalpinia pulcherrima (Caesalpiniaceae). Methods: In this study cough was induced by the sulfur dioxide induction method. Four groups of animals were made with six animals in each group and all drugs were administered orally. Grou...

Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is the most common primary malignant brain tumor in humans. It is characterized by excessive cell growth and accelerated intrusion of normal brain tissue along with a poor prognosis. The current standard of treatment, including surgical removal, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy, is largely ineffective, with high mor...

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Breast cancer is the most prevalent invasive form of cancer in females and posing a great challenge for overcoming the disease burden. The growth in global cancer deaths mandates the discovery of new efficacious natural anti-tumor treatments. In this regard, aquatic species offer a rich supply of possible drugs. Studies have shown that several mari...

Peer review is the cornerstone of the scientific publishing process, yet editors face a daily struggle to find researchers willing to review their journals. In this series of modules, we explain why it is so important to get involved in peer review and the many benefits it can bring. You will hear how carrying out peer review can sharpen your own w...

Peer review is a skill, and in this series of modules, we share some tips to help you deliver review reports guaranteed to make any editor smile. We start by explaining the actions you should definitely avoid, from saying yes when you don’t have time to complete a review, to providing biased or unfair statements. We highlight points to consider whe...

Be it known that Mr. Salman Ahmed has been accepted as a Member of the Asian Council of Science Editors and is entitled to all benefits and privileges pertaining thereto. His membership Number is Membership No: 92.11143. This Membership Certificate is valid till December 31, 2022

Certificate of excellence in reviewing is awarded to Salman Ahmed, University of Karachi, Pakistan, to recognise an outstanding contribution to the quality of Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International.

The use of Capsicum annum L. for culinary purposes dates to centuries. Its medicinal benefits have also been investigated in the past few days. Analgesic and anti-inflammatory activity in 4 different coloured (green, yellow, orange, and red) sweet bell peppers (Capsicum annuum L.) were investigated in the doses of 200 and 400 mg/kg. Current researc...

The aim of the study was to evaluate the analgesic and anti-inflammatory activity of four different colored (green, yellow, orange and red) sweet bell peppers (Capsicum annuum L.) available in the local market of Karachi Pakistan. Their 95% ethanol extracts at 200 and 400 mg/kg were prepared and compared with commonly used analgesic (aspirin) and a...

Dr Salman Ahmed has reviewed 1 submission in the journal Journal of Experimental Pharmacology during 2021. This contribution is greatly appreciated. Regards Angela Jones General Manager, Dove Medical Press Ltd Dove Medical Press (NZ) Ltd, 44 Corinthian Drive, Albany, Auckland, New Zealand PO Box 300-008, Albany, Auckland, 0752, New Zealand

Supervisors provide expert advice and assessment regarding trainees peer-review skill. This direct tutelage enables students to progress through the course and graduate as practised and qualified peer reviewers in the field of expertise. Publons, in accordance with the recommendation of the Head of the Publons Academy Dr. Jlia Mouatt, hereby recogn...

Life Sciences awarded Reviewer Certificate to Dr. Salman Ahmed in recognition of the review contributed to the journal since May 2021 (1 review)

Pharmacological Research awarded Reviewer Certificate to Dr. Salman Ahmed in recognition of the review contributed to the journal since December 2019 (8 reviews)

Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine awarded Reviewer Certificate to Dr. Salman Ahmed in recognition of the review contributed to the journal since May 2021 (1 review)

Phaseolus vulgaris Linn commonly known as red kidney bean, it is enriched in protein, carbohydrates and dietary fibers. Beans have nutritional and health benefits and also possess antimicrobial, antihyperglycemic, antioxidant and anticancer activity due to presence of bio-active chemical constituents. The following study was carried out to evaluate...

Vigna trilobata (L.) VERDC. belongs to family Papilionaceae found throughout the tropical and warm temperate regions of the world. In folk medicine, it is used in arthritis, fever, cough, dysentery and urinogenital disorders. Different secondary metabolites such as alkaloids, glycosides, terpenoids, flavonoids have been reported in Vigna trilobata....

Bauhinia racemosa Lam. is a tall sized tree growing throughout Srilanka, China, India and Pakistan. Various parts of the plant have great medicinal potential in folklore medicine and used in diarrhoea, fever, skin diseases, cough, malaria etc. Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, antispasmodic, antiulcer, cytotoxicity and hypotensive activiti...

Vigna radiata (L.) R. Wilczek commonly known as Mung bean is one of the most important pulse crops, grown from tropical to subtropical areas around the world. Mung bean is reported to help in preventing the loss of nails and hairs, and also reduces the risk of hypercholesterolemia, coronary heart disease and decreases the absorption of toxic substa...

Arenaria serpyllifolia L. is a medicinally important plant found in subtropical and temperate regions of Himalaya from Nepal to Kashmir. The plant is used traditionally to treat kidney and bladder related problems. Flavonoid and xanthone containing compounds such as epicatechin, japonicumone, quercetin etc are reported in the plant. Plant has shown...

Animals like plants are also medicinal agents for the prevention and cure of different health problems all over the world practically in about all human cultures. The concept of zootherapy is very old and has strong evidence of the medicinal use of animal resources. Different animals their body parts and preparations are used in folk medicines. Zoo...

A large number of people suffer from gall stone worldwide and this problem is now being increased significantly due to the malnutrition, changes in living style, lack of exercise and conditions i.e. industrialization. Medicinal plants are used for centuries due to their cultural acceptability, efficacy, safety and fewer side effects as compared to...

This certificate verifies that Dr. Salman Ahmed has completed 1 review(s) in 2021 for Molecular Neurobiology (MOLN). The editors thank you for your valuable contribution. Your support is greatly appreciated.

This certificate is awarded to Dr. Salman Ahmed in recognition for an outstanding contribution to the quality of the journal as a reviewer for Biomedical and Pharmacology Journal, 2021

Publons in accordance with the recommendation of the head of the Publons Academy (Julia. T.V. Mouatt) hereby recognize Dr. Salman Ahmed as having completed the Publons Academy Practical Peer Review course to a satisfactory level on the 27th of January 2021.

We believe “Reviewers are the key for the success of any journal”, Biomedical and Pharmacology Journal is proud to announce you as an outstanding reviewer for your inexplicable contribution which is really valuable in safeguarding the academic integrity of the Journal. We are thanful to Dr. Salman Ahmed for successfully completing the review of the...

Medicinal plants have been known for thousands of years and are highly esteemed throughout the world as a rich source of therapeutic agents for the prevention and cure of diseases. Nowadays, large number of population suffers from gall stone. Gall stones problem is now being increased significantly due to changes in living style and conditions i.e....

Medicinal plants have been known for thousands of years and are highly esteemed throughout the world as a rich source of therapeutic agents for the prevention and cure of diseases. Nowadays, a large number of population suffers from gall stone. Gall stones problem is now being increased significantly due to changes in living style and conditions i....

Dr. Salman Ahmed has reviewed 1 submission in the Journal of Experimental Pharmacology during 2020. This contribution is greatly appreciated.

This is to certify that Salman Ahmed completed a professional review of a paper submitted to Molecular Therapy — Nucleic Acids. The peer review process is the foundation on which publication of sound and important science rests and we very much depend on reviews such as Dr. Ahmed has provided. It is an important contribution to MTNA. Molecular Ther...

Pharmacological Research awarded Reviewer Certificate to Dr. Salman Ahmed in recognition of the review contributed to the journal since June 2020 (3 reviews)

This is to acknowledge that Dr Salman Ahmed has contributed as a reviewer to the peer-review process of a manuscript submitted to Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity. Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity is a unique peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research and review articles dealing with the cellular and molecular pathophy...

Abstract: Background: A huge number of individuals today use herbs as drug alongside medicine and non-physician recommended medications, thought about natural and safe, huge numbers of these herbs can potentially interact with other drugs, causing hazardous adverse effects and /or diminished advantages of prescription. Objective: It ought to be com...

Neurological sicknesses are serious, multifactorial, debilitating disorders that may cause neurodegeneration. Neuroprotection is the protection of the structure and capacity of neurons from affronts emerging from cell injuries instigated by an assortment of specialists or neurodegenerative diseases. Various neurodegenerative diseases, including Alz...

Globally, approximately 12% of the population is inflicted by various types of urolithiasis. Standard treatments are available both to avert and treat urolithiasis, but with significant adverse side effects. Pentacyclic triterpenes represent a group of naturally occurring compounds which holds immense potential as therapeutic for treating kidney st...

Cancer is one of the most extreme medical conditions in both developing and developed countries around the world, causing millions of deaths each year. Chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy are key for treatment approaches, but both have numerous adverse health effects. Furthermore, the resistance of cancerous cells to anticancer medication leads to tre...

Abstract: Cancer is one of the most extreme medical conditions in both developing and developed countries around the world, causing millions of deaths each year. Chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy are key for treatment approaches, but both have numerous adverse health effects. Furthermore, the resistance of cancerous cells to anticancer medication le...

A Certificate of Reviewing from Elsevier presented to Dr. Salman Ahmed

Background: Avicenna, as the Persian physician has had a great contribution to the field of medical sciences, especially surgery in 10th and 11th centuries AD. Methods: In the present paper, a few translated quoted words of Avicenna were shared about his surgical practice. Indexing databases of PubMed and Google Scholar were searched using the keyw...

Globally, approximately 12% of the population is inflicted by various types of urolithiasis. Standard treatments are available both to avert and treat urolithiasis, but with significant adverse side effects. Pentacyclic triterpenes represent a group of naturally occurring compounds which holds immense potential as therapeutic for treating kid-ney s...

Vigna mungo (L.) Hepper belongs to the family Papilionaceae. It is an erect hairy annual plant with long twining branches. The flowers are small and yellow in color, while fruits are cylindrical. The pods are hairy containing 1-4 seeds per pod. Seeds are used as nervine tonic and in urinary reflex disorder. The phytochemical analysis revealed the p...

Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp. (Papilionaceae) is a medicinally important plant and is used for the treatment of different diseases. Alkaloids, phenols, flavonoids and phytic acid have been reported from this plant. Antioxidant, antidiabetic and hypocholesterolemic activities are reported by Vigna unguiculata. The present review is an attempt to comp...

Background: Avicenna, as the Persian physician has had a great contribution to the field of medical sciences, especially surgery in 10th and 11th centuries AD. Methods: In the present paper, a few translated quoted words of Avicenna were shared about his surgical practice. Indexing databases of PubMed and Google Scholar were searched using the keyw...

Vigna aconitifolia (Jacq.) Marechal. (Papilionaceae) is a medicinally important plant and is used for the treatment of different diseases specially in dermatological disorders. Alkaloids, phenols, flavonoids and phytic acid have been reported from this plant. Antioxidant, antidiabetic and hypocholesterolemic activities are also shown by Vigna aconi...

Highlights • Cardiovascular diseases are one of the main diseases which are related to the mortality globally. • Effective management of such disorders remains a global challenge. • Curcumin has shown outstanding potential as a cardio-protective agent in myocardial ischemia. • Curcumin affects multiple signaling pathways in its myocardial isch...

Pharmacological Research awarded Reviewer Certificate to Salman Ahmed in recognition of the review contributed to the journal.

The kidney contains mineral deposits in various phases of calcium salts such as calcium oxalate and calcium phosphate. Calcium hydrogen phosphate dihydrate (CaHPO 4 .2H 2 O) / brushite is a stable form of calcium phosphate which exist in the form of kidney and bladder stone. The purpose of the study was to explore the possible morphological feature...

Numerous plants have been reported to have antitussive activity. The aim of our present study was to evaluate the antitussive effect of aerial parts of ethanolic extract of Caesalpinia pulcherrima (Caesalpiniaceae) at the doses of 200 and 400 mg/kg in healthy albino rats. Caesalpinia pulcherrima is an ornamental plant usually 3.7-4.3 m in height,...

Neurological illnesses are multifactorial incurable debilitating disorders that may cause neurodegeneration. These diseases influence approximately 30 million people around the world. Despite several therapies, effective management of such disorders remains a global challenge. Thus, natural products might offer an alternative therapy for the treatm...

Cardiovascular disorders are known as one of the main health problems which are associated with mortality worldwide. Myocardial ischemia (MI) is improper blood supply to myocardium which leads from serious complications to life-threatening problems like AMI, atherosclerosis, hypertension, cardiac-hypertrophy as well as diabetic associated complicat...

Fragaria nubicola (Hoof.f) Linn. (Rosaceae) is a medicinally important plant commonly called Wild strawberry. Traditionally it has been used to treat different diseases. The study was carried out to compile all the previous data in review form on the basis of its distribution, traditional medicinal uses, pharmacology and phytochemistry.

Neurological illnesses are multifactorial incurable debilitating disorders that may cause neurodegeneration. These diseases influence approximately 30 million people around the world. Despite several therapies, effective management of such disorders remains a global challenge. Thus, natural products might offer an alternative therapy for the treatm...

The genus Caesalpinia belongs to family Caesalpiniaceae and includes 280 species, distributed in tropic and sub-tropic regions of the world. Historically, species of the genus Caesalpinia have been used to treat a wide range of ailments such as malaria, ascariasis, dysentery, fever, rheumatism and influenza. Phytochemical works led to the isolation...

Pharmacognosy Research Evaluation

Background: Breast cancer is worldwide commonly found malignancy in women and effective treatment is regarded as a huge clinical challenge even in the presence of several options. Extensive literature is available that demonstrating polyphenols, the richly introduce phytopharmaceuticals as anticancer agents. Among these polyphenols, resveratrol, si...

Pharmacognosy Research Evaluation

Noncommunicable diseases also known as chronic diseases, tend to be of long duration and are the result of a combination of genetic, physiological, environmental and behaviors factors. Uric acid nephrolithiasis, arthritis and gout comes under noncommunicable diseases related with Monosodium urate monohydrate (MSUM) crystals. MSUM crystals are depos...

Pharmacognosy research evaluation of manuscript.

Hyperoxaluria is a metabolic disorder responsible for calcium oxalate nephrolithiasis. The study was carried out on glass slides to observe the growth patterns of urinary calcium oxalate monohydrate crystals and their inhibition by 5, 10, 15 and 20 % infusion of Macrotyloma uniflorum seeds. For this purpose, a drop of gel medium (sodium metasilicat...

Pharmacognosy Research Evaluation

Natural products have been used by human beings for treating different pathological conditions since the time immemorial. Numerous plants have been reported to have antitussive activity. The aim of our present study was to evaluate the ethanolic extract of Arenaria serpyllifolia (Carophyllaceae , Whole plant), Caesalpinia pulcherrima (Caesalpiniace...

The study was carried out on glass slides to observe the growth patterns of urinary calcium oxalate monohydrate crystals and their inhibition by using 5, 10, 15 and 20 % Phaseolus lunatus seed infusion. For this purpose, a drop of gel medium (sodium metasilicate of 1.06 specific gravity and 3M acetic acid solution) at pH 5.02-5.17 was placed in the...

The study was carried out on glass slides to observe the growth patterns of urinary calcium oxalate monohydrate crystals and their inhibition by using 5, 10 and 15% Phaseolus vulgaris seed infusion. For this purpose, a drop of gel medium (sodium metasilicate of 1.06 specific gravity and 3M acetic acid solution) at pH 5.02-5.17 was placed in the mid...

Macrotyloma uniflorum (Lam.) Verdc. (Papilionaceae) is commonly known as Horse gram and Kulthi. The seeds are reported as anthelmintic, diaphoretic, diuretic and emmenagogue. It is also useful in asthma, bronchitis and urolithiasis. In the present study, analgesic, anti-inflammatory and diuretic effects of the methanol extract of Macrotyloma uniflo...

The aim of the study was to explore the inhibition and modulation of calcium oxalate monohydrate crystals into calcium oxalate dihydrate by phytic acid. The study was carried out on glass slides by using phytic acid (1 - 5%) solutions. All tested solutions inhibited the growth and modulated calcium oxalate monohydrate crystals. Donuts, rosettes and...

Phycochemical and pharmacological studies were carried out on Ulva fasciata Delile. The ash content was found as 20.4812 % dry weight, moisture content 14.5514 %, total fat content as 0.1878% and 0.49341 %. Total carbohydrate was found as 54.5301-54.2246% dry weight, phenolic content as 0.022%, flavonoids found to be 0.0313% and tannins were 0.0000...

The seeds of Phaseolus vulgaris are known as common beans or kidney beans. The dry seeds are eaten as pulse and are enriched with protein, fiber, starch, B vitamins (B1, B6, B9), iron, potassium and selenium. Beans also contain about 1-2 % of fixed oil. Phaseolus vulgaris is linked with anticancer, antihyperlipidemic, hypoglycemic and antioxidant a...

Background: Phaseolus vulgaris commonly known as kidney bean has been studied previously for pharmacological activities like antidiabetic, antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antifungal and antibacterial properties. Various extracts of the seeds have been researched except fixed oils. Objective: Therefore objective of the present study is to...

Background: Phaseolus vulgaris commonly known as kidney bean has been studied previously for pharmacological activities like antidiabetic, antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antifungal and antibacterial properties. Various extracts of the seeds have been researched except fixed oils. Objective: Therefore objective of the present study is...