February, 2026

Volume: 16, Issue: 2

In this Issue: Guest Editorial: 1, Mini Review: 1, Research Article: 14, Review Article: 6

On the cover: Metabolite profiling and bioactivity of Pogostemon cablin L. from North Konawe: GC-MS analysis, anti-inflammatory, and antinociceptive mechanisms via COX-2/cytokine inhibition (Image credit: Fristiohady et al., Universitas Halu Oleo, Indonesia).

5 Jan, 2026   Guest Editorial

Recent trends and future predictions in the area of nano-carriers for effective delivery of drugs

Preethi G. Anantharaju, Nithin Mohan, Subbarao V. Madhunapantula

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.279372.edPages: 001-005

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5 Jan, 2026   Review Article

Phytochemical and pharmacological profile of Aegle marmelos (L.) Correa: A comprehensive review of therapeutic potential, mechanisms of action, and translational relevance

Amitha Shetty, Lowel Fernandes, Devendranath Shambhavi, Manohar Mahadev, Akhilesh Dubey

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.273299Pages: 006-018

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5 Jan, 2026   Review Article

Challenges of using artificial intelligence (Natural Language Processing) tools for regulatory documentation

Harshada B. Pawar, Neelanshu, Gowri M. Bhat, Arun Srikanth, Pradeep M. Muragundi

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.267918Pages: 019-027

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5 Jan, 2026   Review Article

Pharmacogenetics in metabolic diseases: The impact of cytochrome P450 variants on drug response

Paulina Tyminska, Julia Fraczek, Karolina Borówka, Grzegorz Machnik, Boguslaw Okopien

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.255397Pages: 028-037

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5 Jan, 2026   Review Article

Microbial nanoparticles: biosynthesis and emerging roles in combating antimicrobial resistance

Alan Raj, Angel Treasa Alex, Venkatesh Kamath, Volety Mallikarjuna Subrahmanyam

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.244963Pages: 038-045

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5 Jan, 2026   Mini Review

Gut microbiota as a key player in type 2 diabetes: Current perspectives

Sruthi Sethumadhavan, Saramma Mini Jacob, Monica Narendra Babu

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.267236Pages: 046-054

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5 Jan, 2026   Review Article

Traditional Vietnamese herbal remedies for Gout: A comprehensive review of mechanisms, practical applications, and therapeutic potential

Hung Minh Hoang, Ling Yan Yong, Khang Hoang Au, Tuan Minh Pham, Van Anh Thi Pham, Thu Hien Thi Dang, Yong Xiang Gao

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.254687Pages: 055-069

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5 Jan, 2026   Review Article

Hypoglycemic potential of Sargassum spp.: A review of bioactive compounds for diabetes management

Muhamad Firdaus, Ahmad Faris Priambodo

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.234652Pages: 070-076

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5 Jan, 2026   Research Article

Development of a HPLC method for the quantification of Docetaxel in the BPMO@DTX injectable formulation

Ha Van Nguyen, Quan Minh Le, Tuan Duc Nguyen, Ngan Hanh Thao Nguyen, Minh Cong Duong, Anh Nhat Ha, Trinh Thu Thi Le, Dang-Khoa Nguyen, Tan Le Hoang Doan, Tri Minh Le

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.252951Pages: 077-088

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5 Jan, 2026   Research Article

Morin protects against palmitic acid-induced diabetic cardiomyopathy via SIRT6 activation and mitochondrial preservation

K. P Divya, P. V Anuranjana, Krupa Thankam George, Krishnaprasad Baby, Fathima Beegum, Navjot Kanwar, Nitesh Kumar, Krishnadas Nandakumar, Abhinav Kanwal

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.261812Pages: 089-102

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5 Jan, 2026   Research Article

Bioanalytical method development and validation for the pharmacokinetics and biodistribution study of pirfenidone-loaded solid lipid nanoparticles

Suci Ananda Putri, Yahdiana Harahap, Silvia Surini

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.231524Pages: 103-111

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5 Jan, 2026   Research Article

Red rice bran extract attenuates oxidative stress and testicular damage in high-fat diet/streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats

Watcharaporn Preedapirom Jeefoo, Atcharaporn Ontawong, Sirinat Pengnet, Tichanon Promsrisuk, Napapan Kangwan, Wathita Phachonpai, Arnon Pudgerd

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.249609Pages: 112-121

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5 Jan, 2026   Research Article

Discovery of pyrazole–pyrazoline derivatives as VEGFR-2 kinase inhibitors: In silico approach

Deepali M. Wanode, Kumud P. Bhendarkar, Pramod B. Khedekar

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.256031Pages: 122-135

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5 Jan, 2026   Research Article

Quinazolinone derivatives as selective COX-2 inhibitors: In silico analysis using molecular docking, dynamics, and ADMET

Tendy Oktriawan, Tri Joko Raharjo, Winarto Haryadi, Muhammad Idham Darussalam Mardjan

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.235134Pages: 136-148

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5 Jan, 2026   Research Article

Immunogenicity evaluation of an Alum-adjuvanted recombinant prefusion RBD-Fd SARS-CoV-2 protein subunit produced in Glycoengineered Pichia pastoris

Andri Wardiana, Hariyatun Hariyatun, Dian Fitria Agustiyanti, Yana Rubiyana, Alfi Taufik Fathurahman, Herjuno Ari Nugroho, Endah Puji Septisetyani, Popi Hadi Wisnuwardhani, Sugiyono Saputra, A’liyatur Rosyidah, Syaiful Rizal, Hastuti Handayani S. Purba, Kartika Sari Dewi, Nissa Arifa, Ratih Asmana Ningrum, Wien Kusharyoto

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.270912Pages: 149-156

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5 Jan, 2026   Research Article

Metabolite profiling and bioactivity of Pogostemon cablin L. from North Konawe: GC-MS analysis, anti-inflammatory, and antinociceptive mechanisms via COX-2/cytokine inhibition

Adryan Fristiohady, Jafriati, Irvan Anwar, Rathapon Asasutjarit, Idin Sahidin, Sry Susanti, Lidya Agriningsih Haruna, La Ode Muh Julian Purnama, Hariana, Hutamy Viranda Rahman

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.268636Pages: 157-168

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5 Jan, 2026   Research Article

Aaptamine attenuates the action of statin on PCSK9 and LDLR expression as well as LDL-C uptake in human liver cells

Abdul Matin, Gul-e-Saba Chaudhry, Yeong Yik Sung, Tengku Sifzizul Tengku Muhammad

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.26400Pages: 169-183

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5 Jan, 2026   Research Article

Neuroprotective effect of Salvia officinalis bioactive fraction against ischemic stroke in rats: LC-MS, in silico and in vivo insights

Sathivardhan Chinni, Varalashmi Onnamala, Naresh Babu Chilamakuru, Sudheer Akkiraju, Geethavani Thippeswamy Gari, Kartheek Golla, Anjayneyulu Kuruva

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.266761Pages: 184-195

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5 Jan, 2026   Research Article

A retrospective observational study on the discordance rate of antibiotic dosing among critically ill patients: Considerations for using KDIGO guideline

Worapong Sungsana, Chotirat Nakaranurack, Weerachai Chaijamorn, Nattachai Srisawat

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.259994Pages: 196-207

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5 Jan, 2026   Research Article

A sensitive green analytical LC-MS/MS method for the quantification of trace levels of nine nitrosamine impurities in Zaltoprofen bulk drug

Shobha Rani Satla, Raghuvaran Gunda

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.244232Pages: 208-218

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5 Jan, 2026   Research Article

Formulation development of diclofenac sodium extended-release tablet using hydrophobic and hydrophilic matrix systems

Truc-ly Thi Duong, Duyen Thi My Huynh, Tu-Uyen Thi Nguyen, Quoc-Dung Tran Huynh, Thuy-Tien Thi Phan, Thu-Thi Tran, Ha Van Nguyen, Benni Iskandar, Dang-Khoa Nguyen

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.253028Pages: 219-229

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5 Jan, 2026   Research Article

Metabolomics and cheminformatics bioprospection of corn silk against key enzymes implicated in type 2 diabetes mellitus and its complications

Ayesha Akoonjee, Halimat Yusuf Lukman, Adedayo Ayodeji Lanrewaju, Raliat Abimbola Aladodo, Saheed Sabiu

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.249308Pages: 230-256

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