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March, 2026

Volume: 16, Issue: 3

In this Issue: Erratum: 1, Research Article: 29, Review Article: 6
On the cover: NADPH oxidase-mediated renal injury in Diabetic kidney disease (Image Credit: Swaminathan et al., Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, India).

5 Feb, 2026   Review Article

Sesbania grandiflora (L.) Pers.: A review of its phytochemistry, molecular pharmacology, and clinical potential

Vijishna Lekshmi Viswambharan, Manoj Madanahalli Ramesh, Rudresh Adarkar, Maria Nison, Megha Kotian, Vasudev R. Pai, Chandrashekhar K. S. Bhat, Richard Lobo

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.276745Pages: 001-013

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5 Feb, 2026   Review Article

Overview of novel sample pretreatment methods and their pharmaceutical applications in bioanalysis

Jamshed Haneef, Larzi Mohsin Bin Mohammed

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.241408Pages: 014-040

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5 Feb, 2026   Review Article

Cape gooseberry (Physalis peruviana L.) as a functional food for metabolic health: A narrative review of glucose and lipid regulatory effects

María Gabriela Mendoza-Girón, Fernando Castro-Gómez, Jenny Castro Guerrero

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.260089Pages: 041-057

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5 Feb, 2026   Review Article

Cell and Gene Therapy Regulation in Malaysia: Current Pathways and International Comparison

Hazureen Mohd Halimi, Meor Mohd Redzuan Bin Meor Mohd Affandi, Mahmathi Karuppannan, Azizah Ab. Ghani

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.248204Pages: 058-074

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5 Feb, 2026   Review Article

Benchmarking antimicrobial stewardship practices in secondary care hospital settings in India: A narrative review

Rajalakshmi Rajendran, Shravya Chitrapady, Kapu Haritha, M. Udayakumar Tejashree, Jayaraj Mymbilly Balakrishnan, Sreedharan Nair, Mohammed Salim Karattuthodi, Sohil Khan, Sneh Shalini, R. Uday Kumar, N. V. Vajid, Girish Thunga

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.252614Pages: 075-091

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5 Feb, 2026   Review Article

The role of NADPH oxidase in diabetic kidney disease: Mechanisms, isoforms, and therapeutic opportunities

Shilna Muttickal Swaminathan, Shankar Prasad Nagaraju, Mohan V Bhojaraja, Indu Ramachandra Rao, Ravindra Prabhu Attur, Dharshan Rangaswamy, Srinivas Vinayak Shenoy, Ankur Gupta, Kirthinath Ballala, Sindhura Lakshmi Koulmane Laxminarayana

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.270714Pages: 092-104

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Biological activity of 1,3,4-oxadiazole: A bibliometric analysis (2000-2025)

Sabina Rachel Harold, Ramesh Kumar Miryala, Kalyani Sambaru, Venu Kumar Boghe

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.242937Pages: 105-117

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Effects of polyphenolic extracts from Mediterranean forage crops on cholinesterases and amyloid aggregation relevant to neurodegenerative diseases

Antonio D’Errico, Pierluigi Reveglia, Rosarita Nasso, Alessandro Maugeri, Mariorosario Masullo, Rosaria Arcone, Lucia Lecce, Emmanuele De Vendittis, Rosario Rullo

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.251960Pages: 118-130

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Molecular docking study and molecular dynamics simulation of quinazoline derivatives targeting p53 and EGFR proteins as anti gastric cancer

Ayunda Pratiwi Kusumaningrum, Endang Astuti, Harno Dwi Pranowo

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.259319Pages: 131-139

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Impact of Cleistocalyx nervosum var. paniala seed extract on dyslipidemia, liver health, inflammation, and oxidative stress in rats fed a high-cholesterol diet

Wathita Phachonpai, Prathakphong Riyamongkol, Dej Mann, Kitipong Wuthiyan, Anukul Junkaew, Rattaphong Pokkaew

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.268812Pages: 140-151

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Exploring the therapeutic potential of Selaginella doederleinii extract for cervical cancer treatment through network pharmacology and in vitro studies

Dhecella Winy Cintya Ningrum, Rifki Febriansah, Melisa Juniananda, Sri Tasminatun, Annisa Krisridwany

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.237094Pages: 152-164

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Antifungal potency of Citrus limon essential oil in immunosuppressed Rattus norvegicus with oral candidiasis

Desiana Radithia, Reiska Kumala Bakti, Nisa’a Tassya Fatarnaha, Diah Savitri Ernawati, Adiastuti Endah Parmadiati, Ajiravudh Subarnbhesaj, Bima Ewando Kaban, Winda Dwi Malinda Masuku

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.268297Pages: 165-174

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Investigation of the in vivo antidiabetic effects of vildagliptin–fenugreek loaded liposomes by preventing GLP-1 and GIP degradation

Sefat Hasan Sumaiya, Sumiya Sharmin Mou, Nasiba Binte Bahar, Shihab Uddin Ahmad, Swarnali Islam, Md. Elias Al-Mamun, Irin Dewan

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.267587Pages: 175-186

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

In-vitro evaluation of preliminary anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activities of Ratha taila (medicated oil) and development of a novel emulgel formulation from its ingredients

Navodi Sandamini Jayathilaka, Jeevani Dahanayake, Dilanthi Rajika Herath, Abarna Nadeshkumar, Banukie Nirosha Jayasuriya

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.265966Pages: 187-198

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

A global bibliometric analysis of regulatory science in the pharmaceutical industry

Bernice Sugirtha George, Jayaseelan Jaganathan, Yuvaraj Jaganathan, Shyam Nikethen Girivasan, Balasubramaniam Vishwanathan, Sankaragoundanpalayam Palanisamy Dhanabal, Ponnusankar Sivasankaran

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.262045Pages: 199-211

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Computational approach for the identification of skeletal muscle-specific AMPK complex (α2β2γ1) activators for type-2 diabetes therapy

Srinivasa R. Vulichi, Abhiram Kumar, Ashish Runthala, Shivang Shukla, Partha Sarathi Sahoo, Kakarla Pakeeraiah, Kumar Pranav Narayan

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.258862Pages: 212-228

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

An LC–MS/MS method development and validation for the quantification of selpercatinib in spiked human K2EDTA plasma

Prathusha Katthala, G. Shiva Kumar

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.203015Pages: 229-235

5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Nanoparticles PLGA-chitosan/Na-alginate as a base for Zanthoxylum acanthopodium fruit extracts delivery and care as antimalarials

Arman Suryani, Azzula Safir Suwarno, Pandisa Parawansa, Indri Puspita, Jovanza Karisma Audrelia, Aisyah Aiska Qumayroh

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.254078Pages: 236-249

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Metabolomic profiling, in vitro antidiabetic and anti-inflammatory activities of methanolic extract of Leonotis leonurus leaves

Kunle Okaiyeto, Raphael Idowu Adeoye, Nasifu Kerebba, Oluwafemi Omoniyi Oguntibeju

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.252625Pages: 250-262

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Molecular dynamics analysis of HbA1c-binding aptamer selectivity and stability for aptasensor development

Serly Zuliska, Irkham, Ahmad Fariz Maulana, Iman Permana Maksum

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.245936Pages: 263-275

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Anticholinergic burden and treatment compliance in the geriatric population

Shivani Singh, Vikas Kumar Pandey, Arti Saini, Inderjeet Verma

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.247030Pages: 276-282

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Mechanism of vasorelaxant effect of the indole alkaloid 12-hydroxynorfluorocurarine hydrochloride on aortic smooth muscle contraction

Ibragimov Eldor Bakhtiyor Ugli, Zhumaev Inoyat Zulfiqorovich, Zaripov Abdisalim Abdikarimovich, Usmanov Pulat Bekmuratovich, Rustamov Shavkat Yusubovich, Esimbetov Adilbay Tlepovich, Adizov Shahobiddin Mukhammadovich, Kurbanov Abduburkhan Kuzibayevich

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.272383Pages: 283-291

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Optimization of microwave-assisted extraction of phenolics, flavonoids, and antioxidant capacity from Graptophyllum pictum leaves using response surface methodology

Feda Anisah Makkiyah, Eldiza Puji Rahmi, Ayu Rana Esadini, Dhigna Luthfiyani Citra Pradana, Fahma Alifa Insani, Djarot Sasongko Hami Seno, Waras Nurcholis

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.282660Pages: 292-300

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Stress study of elafibranor and characterization of its degradation impurities using HPLC and LC-MS/MS techniques

Madhusudana Reddy Muthukurpalya Bhojegowda, Thoorpugadda Raja Reddy, Babji Palakeeti, Sateesh Reddy Vuyyuru

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.281006Pages: 301-311

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Development and optimization of a topical self-microemulsifying drug delivery system of Mammea americana L. using a quality by design and Box–Behnken approach

Kevin Lasprilla, Valentina Padilla, Ana Reyes, Yina Pájaro-González, Fredyc Díaz, Reinaldo G. Sotomayor

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.279892Pages: 312-323

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Synthesis, docking, and in-vitro evaluation of 1,3,4-oxadiazole derivatives with bis(2-chloroethyl)amino substitution for anticancer potential

Gopinathan Aiswarya, Kalpana Divekar

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.275798Pages: 324-339

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Evaluation of red ginger (Zingiber officinale var. rubrum) and paracetamol combination on inflammatory and stress markers in a rat model of NGF-induced low back pain during pregnancy

Dainty Maternity, Adi Prayitno, Soetrisno Soetrisno, Brian Wasita, Paramasari Dirgahayu, Eti Poncorini Pamungkasari, Ida Nurwati

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.270282Pages: 340-353

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Strategic optimization of curcumin-loaded nanostructured lipid carriers via design of experiment approach for the treatment of chronic wound

Preksha Vinchhi, Mayur M. Patel

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.246588Pages: 354-374

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

In silico targeting of snake venom phospholipase A2 using phytochemicals from Cyanthillium cinereum: An integrated machine learning and molecular simulation study

Wisnu Ananta Kusuma, Aulia Fadli, Chairunnisa Nur Amanda, Fajar Sofyantoro, Dhadhang Wahyu Kurniawan, Donan Satria Yudha, Slamet Raharjo, Yekti Asih Purwestri, Tri Rini Nuringtyas, Irmanida Batubara

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.271166Pages: 375-391

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Solid lipid nanoparticle-loaded oral dispersible films of eletriptan hydrobromide for enhanced bioavailability and sustained migraine relief

Anju Bala, Chander Parkash Dora, Inderjeet Verma

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.262961Pages: 392-403

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Development of biocompatible polymer film patches for the delivery of kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) extract as a natural analgesic

Juraithip Wungsintaweekul, Rajeev Shankar Rajagopal, Thanaporn Amnuaikit

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.1753301176Pages: 404-420

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Neuroprotective effects of Moringa oleifera, Mucuna pruriens, and Silybum marianum in a rotenone-induced Parkinson’s disease model

Hoda Dakdouk, Iman Al Housseini, Samah Hachem, Jamilah Borjac

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.278673Pages: 421-436

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Green analytical RP-HPLC method for daidzein in cubosomes: A QbD-based stability-indicating approach

Yadishma A. Gaude, Archana S. Patil, Abhijit Salokhe, Pooja Rayanade, Priya Shetti

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.284452Pages: 437-448

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Gastroprotective effects of Aleurites moluccanus (Candlenut) oil against aspirin-induced gastric injury in rats: A dose-dependent histopathological evaluation

Eman Sutrisna, Mohammad Rizky Ariesto, Hidayat Sulistyo, Iwan Purnawan

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.275058Pages: 449-455

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5 Feb, 2026   Research Article

Self-medication awareness, practices, and influencing factors among Malaysian medical students studying in India: A cross-sectional study

Jyoti M. Benni, A.B. Fareeda Banu, Varsha M. Shindhe, Basavaraj R. Tubaki

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2026.273752Pages: 456-464

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5 Feb, 2026   Erratum

Erratum: Assessments of anti-breast cancer activity and profiling of active compounds using LC-MS/MS from the Indonesian Agelas nakamurai

DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2024.158982.erratumPages: 465-465