College of Pharmacy: Recent submissions
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The effect of intermittent fasting on the clinical and hematological parameters of patients with sickle cell disease: A preliminary study
( Frontiers Media S.A. , 2023 , Article)Introduction: Sickle cell disease is a genetic disorder that frequently presents with vaso-occlusive crisis (VOC). Most patients with sickle cell disease in Qatar are Muslims; hence, they practice intermittent fasting ... -
Translating and piloting a cardiovascular risk assessment and management online tool using mobile technology
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)BackgroundCardiovascular disease (CVD) risk assessment and management (RAM) services face many challenges and barriers in the community. Mobile technology offers the opportunity to empower patients and improve access to ... -
Studies on anti-colon cancer potential of nanoformulations of curcumin and succinylated curcumin in mannosylated chitosan
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Colon cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of death and the third most diagnosed cancer worldwide. Although curcumin (CUR) has demonstrated a potent anticancer activity, it is characterized by its poor solubility, low ... -
Sestrin2 as a Protective Shield against Cardiovascular Disease
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2023 , Article)A timely and adequate response to stress is inherently present in each cell and is important for maintaining the proper functioning of the cell in changing intracellular and extracellular environments. Disruptions in the ... -
Impact of dispersion media and carrier type on spray-dried proliposome powder formulations loaded with beclomethasone dipropionate for their pulmonary drug delivery via a next generation impactor
( Public Library of Science , 2023 , Article)Drug delivery via aerosolization for localized and systemic effect is a non-invasive approach to achieving pulmonary targeting. The aim of this study was to prepare spray-dried proliposome (SDP) powder formulations to ... -
Qatar-Sustaining Interprofessional Collaboration in Collaborative Partnership with Other Universities
( Springer , 2020 , Article)The State of Qatar, an oil and gas rich nation, is a sovereign Arab state situated in the Arabian Gulf Region of the Middle East. The country’s population has grown significantly in the last twenty years, due to the large ... -
Warfarin-Rifampin-Gene (WARIF-G) Interaction: A Retrospective, Genetic, Case–Control Study
( Wiley-Blackwell , 2023 , Article)Warfarin is extensively metabolized by cytochrome P450 2C9 (CYP2C9). Concomitant use with the potent CYP2C9 inducer, rifampin, requires close monitoring and dosage adjustments. Although, in theory, warfarin dose increase ... -
Cathine and cathinone disposition kinetics and neurotransmitter profile in several organs of rats exposed to a single dose of Catha edulis (Vahl) Forssk. ex Endl. extract
( Walter de Gruyter , 2023 , Article)Catha edulis (Vahl) Forssk. ex Endl. (Khat) is a stimulant plant that contains cathine and cathinone, which its abuses induce euphoria, alertness, and motor activity. Since the toxicokinetics of these substances remain ... -
Cost savings and cost avoidance with the inpatient clinical pharmacist interventions in a tertiary cancer care hospital
( SAGE , 2023 , Article)Background: The economic benefit of the clinical pharmacist's role in ensuring the optimum use of medicines is potentially considerable, particularly when it comes to cancer management. We sought to evaluate the overall ... -
6-Formylindolo(3,2-b)carbazole Dampens Inflammation and Reduces Endotoxin-Induced Kidney Injury via Nrf2 Activation
( American Chemical Society (ACS) , 2023 , Article)Patients with sepsis are at a high risk of morbidity and mortality due to multiple organ injuries caused by pathological inflammation. Although sepsis is accompanied by multiple organ injuries, acute renal injury is a ... -
Natural resorcylic acid lactones: A chemical biology approach for anticancer activity
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article)Resorcylic acid lactones (RALs) are fungal polyketides that consist of a β-resorcylic acid residue (2,4-dihydroxybenzoic acid) embedded in a macrolactone ring. RALs exhibit a broad range of biological activities, including ... -
Philosophy, Theories, Models, and Strategies in Pharmacy Education: An Overview
( Elsevier , 2018 , Book chapter)Pharmacy education has a very important role in determining the quality of pharmacists who will work for society in the future. There is a great need for revolution and innovation in pharmacy education and training. Pharmacy ... -
Introductory Notes: Why Do We Need a Book on Pharmacy Education?
( Elsevier , 2018 , Book chapter)Pharmacy education in the 21st century has witnessed several important revolutionary changes. Although there is a growing pharmacy-related literature in the forms of research, published articles, and specialized journals, ... -
Recent advances in stimuli-responsive drug release and targeting concepts using mesoporous silica nanoparticles
( Springer , 2020 , Article Review)Being a developed and promising approach, nanotechnology has attracted a lot of attention in biomedical and pharmaceutical therapy applications. Among nanostructured materials, mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) are ... -
Developing Leadership Skills in Pharmacy Education
( Springer , 2022 , Article)Leadership could refer to holding official leadership positions or advocating for patients and the profession. Different pharmacy organizations recommend the inclusion of leadership development in pharmacy education and ... -
Clinical and Economic Evaluation of the Impact of Midazolam on Morphine Therapy for Pain Relief in Critically Ill Ventilated Infants with Respiratory Distress Syndrome
( Springer , 2021 , Article)Background: The impact of midazolam on the overall performance of morphine therapy for pain in ventilated neonates with respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) has never been investigated. Objective: This study is a clinical ... -
Caffeine for the Treatment of Apnea in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: A Systematic Overview of Meta-Analyses
( Springer , 2020 , Article Review)Background: Caffeine is a common treatment for neonatal intensive care management of the developmental complication of apnea of prematurity in preterm infants. There are several systematic reviews (SRs) on the performance ... -
Authors’ Reply to Denning: Comment on: “Global Consumption Trend of Antifungal Agents in Humans From 2008 to 2018: Data From 65 Middle- and High-Income Countries”
( Springer , 2022 , Article)thank you for the opportunity to respond to the comments raised in Prof. Denning’s letter. We also thank Prof. Denning for taking an interest in our paper and speculating on possibilities for an increase in itraconazole ... -
Global Consumption Trend of Antifungal Agents in Humans From 2008 to 2018: Data From 65 Middle- and High-Income Countries
( Springer , 2022 , Article)Background: Understanding the trend of global antifungal agent consumption could assist with identification of global healthcare policy inadequacies and promote accessibility and availability of antifungal agents. Methods: ... -
Efficacy and Safety of Ibuprofen Plus Paracetamol in a Fixed-Dose Combination for Acute Postoperative Pain in Adults: Meta-Analysis and a Trial Sequential Analysis
( Springer , 2021 , Article)Background: Ibuprofen and paracetamol (acetaminophen) are very commonly used for analgesia and pain. In 2020, the US FDA gave its first approval of a fixed-dose combination (FDC) of the two drugs in the same tablet for ...
