Sin Chea

University of Puthisastra · Faculty of Pharmacy

Background : Propolis is a natural resinous mixture produced by bees. It provides beneficial effects on human health in the treatment/management of many diseases. The present study was performed to demonstrate the anti- Acanthamoeba activity of ethanolic extracts of Propolis samples from Iran. The interactions of the compounds and essential protein...

Background : Propolis is a natural resinous mixture produced by bees. It provides beneficial effects on human health in the treatment/management of many diseases. The present study was performed to demonstrate the anti- Acanthamoeba activity of ethanolic extracts of Propolis samples from Iran. The interactions of the compounds and essential protein...

Giardia intestinalis (Giardia lambia, Giardia duodenalis) infections in humans may be asymptomatic or symptomatic and associated with diarrhea (without blood), abdominal cramps, bloating, flatulence, and weight loss. The protozoan Giardia is the third most common cause of diarrhea and death in children under five, preceded only by rotavirus and by...

Background : Propolis is a natural resinous mixture produced by bees. It provides beneficial effects on human health in the treatment/management of many diseases. The present study was performed to demonstrate the anti- Acanthamoeba activity of ethanolic extracts of Propolis samples from Iran. The interactions of the compounds and essential protein...

Medicinal plants have been used to treat several infectious diseases, including Acanthamoeba infections. The medicinal properties of Cambodian plant extracts; Annona muricata and Combretum trifoliatum were investigated against Acanthamoeba triangularis. A total of 39 plant extracts were evaluated and, as a result, 22 extracts showed positive anti-A...

Executive Summary ❖ The closure of physical classrooms across higher education institutions (HEIs) due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the rapid digital transformation across the world, and the resultant rise of e-learning have brought critical questions regarding the pedagogy of learning and teaching, particularly on issues of attendance, engagement and...

Most of the students, after being awarded with a high school diploma, have made decision to study at health science academic institutions under various majors particularly including Pharmacy and Medicine. However, the reasons behind this decision remain unclear. This study aimed to investigate the factors which make students decide to study Pharmac...

Carcinoscorpius rotundicauda Latreille (Family: Limulidae) (English name: Horseshoe crab) (Khmer name: Sat Pralang Kah) has been reported its blood effectively clots the bacteria rendering the bacteria harmless. In Cambodia, it is widely used for the treatment of various ailments such as inflammation and bacteria-infected diseases. This study aimed...

Citrus medica L. (Family: Rutaceae) (Local name: Reaksaa) has been used in the traditional system of medicine against various ailments such as sore throat, cough, asthma, thirst, hiccough and earache. This study aimed to determine the phytochemical constituents and to profile the Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) Rf values of methanolic leaf extract...

Combretum trifoliatum Vent. (Family: Combretaceae) (Local name: Voa Troahs) has been widely used to cure some disorders such as dysentery, pharyngitis, gonorrhea and mycobacterial infections. This study aimed to determine the phytochemical components and the profiling of Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) Rf values of methanolic root extract of Combre...

Cambodian traditional medicine has been practiced since the Angkor era, and it is widely used until today. It is frequently administered by older folk healers called kru khmer, who are well-respected aristocrats. The application of folk medicine remains prevalent among the rural area; however, the documentation of those practices remain not well-pr...

In Cambodian culture, the activities during the postpartum period are practiced. Medicinal plants play a key role in recovery during the postpartum period in traditional medicine; herbal steam bath has been widely applied. This study focused on the use of polyherbal formulation during the postpartum recovery practiced by Cambodian women. The study...

This study aimed to determine the phytochemicals and Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) profile of the whole body of Pleuractis gravis Nemenzo (local name: Phseth Thmar; family: Fungiidae) Native to Cambodia. The dried form of Pleuractis gravis Nemenzo whole body was collected from Koh Rong Island (GPS: 10°44'25.3"N 103°17'24.8"E), Krong Preah Sihanou...

This study was conducted to determine the phytochemicals and Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) profile of the whole plant of Scoparia dulcis Linn. (local name: Eisei Phsam Srech; family: Scrophulariaceae) native to Cambodia. The dried form of Scoparia dulcis Linn. whole plant was collected from herbal drugstore in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, in September 2...

This investigation was conducted to determine the phytochemicals and Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) profile of the stems of Rhodomyrtus tomentosa (Aiton) Hassk. (local name: Puech Thom), belonging to the family Myrtaceae, native to Cambodia. The dried form of Rhodomyrtus tomentosa (Aiton) Hassk. stems were collected from the local herbal drugstore...

This study aimed at determining the phytoconstituents and Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) fingerprint of the tubers of Eleutherine bulbosa (Mill.) Urb. (local name: Bratiel Moha Chumpu), belonging to the family Iridaceae, originated in Cambodia. The fresh form of Eleutherine bulbosa (Mill.) Urb. tubers were collected from the local herbal drugstore...

This study was conducted to determine the phytochemical components and Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) profile of the stems of Brucea javanica (L.) Merr. (local name: Doem Bramat Mnuhs), belonging to the family Simaroubaceae, native to Cambodia. The dried form of Brucea javanica (L.) Merr. stems were collected from the local herbal drugstore, Phnom...

This research aimed at determining the phytoconstituents and Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) profile of the stems of Oroxylum indicum (L.) Kurz (local name: Doem Pika), belonging to the family Bignoniaceae, native to Cambodia. The dried form of Oroxylum indicum (L.) Kurz stems were obtained from the local medicinal plant shop, Phnom Penh, Cambodia,...

This research aimed to determine the phytochemical properties and Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) profile of the stems of Cananga latifolia Finet & Gagnep. (local name: Chkae Sraeng), belonging to the family Annonaceae, originated in Cambodia. The dried form of Cananga latifolia Finet & Gagnep. stems were purchased from the local herbal drugstore,...

This study aimed to determine the phytochemical constituents and Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) profile of the stems of Derris scandens (Roxb.) Benth. (local name: Voa Preng Sar), belonging to the family Fabaceae, originated in Cambodia. The dried form of Derris scandens (Roxb.) Benth. stems were collected from the local herbal drugstore, Phnom Pe...

This study aimed to determine the phytochemicals and Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) profile of the aerial parts of Dicerma biarticulatum (L.) DC. (local name: Srae Muer), belonging to the family Fabaceae, originated in Cambodia. The dried form of Dicerma biarticulatum (L.) DC. aerial parts were collected from the local herbal drugstore, Phnom Penh...

This study aimed at determining the phytoconstituents and Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) fingerprint of the leaves of Annona muricata L. (local name:Tieb Barang), belonging to the family Annonaceae, originated in Cambodia. The dried form of Annona muricata L. leaves were collected from the local herbal drugstore, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, in February...

This investigation aimed at determining the phytochemicals and Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) profile of the tubers of Cyperus rotundus L. (local name: Smav Kravan Chruk), belonging to the family Cyperaceae, originated in Cambodia. The dried form of Cyperus rotundus L. tubers were collected from the local herbal drugstore, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, in...

Xylia xylocarpa Taub. (Khmer name: So Kram), belonging to the family Fabaceae, has been used to treat various illnesses including diarrhea, anemia and heart disease as well as used to nourish blood and support digestive system. In this study, methanolic extract of X. xylocarpa stems were investigated for phytochemicals and antibacterial activities....

Caesalpinia sappan L. (Khmer name: Sbaeng), belonging to the family Fabaceae, has been used to vitiate various conditions such as burning sensation, wounds, ulcers, leprosy, skin diseases, diarrhea, dysentery, epilepsy, convulsions, menorrhagia, diabetes and leucorrhoea. In the present study, methanolic extract of Caesalpinia sappan L. woods were i...

Oxidative stress caused by reactive oxygen species may cause various chronic, non-communicable diseases. Cambodian medicinal plants are well-known to be potential of scavenging free radicals leading to the cure of several illnesses such as cancers, inflammatory diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, stroke, asthma and Alzheimer's disease. This s...

Koh Kong province consists mainly of a huge coherent mountain range, the Cardamom Mountains Covered with lush deep rainforest considering as the biggest successional forested region in Southeast Asia This area of forest has been occupied local dwellers always using medicinal plants to cure the illnesses This study aimed to investigate the medicinal...

Cambodian medicinal plants contain different phytochemicals with therapeutic properties of various ailments. Plant alkaloids are the important secondary metabolites that are known to possess therapeutic properties including anti-tumor, anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-malarial activities. The objective of this research was to...

The parts of Scoparia dulcis L. (local name: Eisei Phsam Srech) and Rhodomyrtus tomentosa (Aiton) Hassk. (local name: Puech Thom) are broadly used in Cambodia as they possess anti-oxidant properties underlying the management of various ailments including Alzheimer's disease, diabetes mellitus, cancers and neurodegenerative disorders. This study aim...

Traditional Khmer Medicine (TKM) is believed to have been formalized since Angkorian era. Traditional healers in Cambodia basically use medicinal plants for the treatment of local patients with a plenty of illnesses such as cancers, diabetes, malaria, post-partum, pain, diarrhea, hepatitis and gastroenteritis. The objective of this research was to...

Koh Kong is a province in southwest Cambodia with a vast undeveloped coastline and a rugged interior encompassing part of the Cardamom Mountains rainforest This forested, hilly Koh Kong terrain is home to a variety of medicinal plants being used by the local folk healers to serve the community s health problem This study aimed at investigating poly...

Asterias rubens Linnaeus English name Starfish Khmer name Pkai Samot native to Cambodia has the ability to treat human inflammatory condition such as pain, arthritis, and hay fever Moreover, it has antibacterial and antiviral activities against human bacterial pathogens including virus This study aimed to determine the phytochemicals and Thin Layer...

Lophopetalum wallichii Kurz native to Cambodia has been widely used for healing various ailments such as asthma, urinary disorders, influenza, arthritis, malaria, and cancers. This study aimed at identifying the phytochemical components of ethanolic extracts of the Lophopetalum wallichii Kurz barks, native to Cambodia, and at profiling its Thin Lay...

Dillenia ovata Wall. ex Hook.f. & Thomson species are broadly used by the traditional healers in Southeast Asia as they are of benefit for the treatment of various diseases such as hemorrhoids, diarrhea, dysentery, and wound healing. This study was conducted to identify the phytochemical constituents of the ethanolic extracts of the barks of Dillen...

Cambodian medicinal plants have been used to treat different diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, inflammation, cancers, diabetes and AIDS. This study aimed at conducting the Phytochemical analysis and in vitro antioxidant activities of whole plant of Bryophyllum pinnatum (Lam.) Kurz, barks of Dillenia ovata Wall. ex Hook. f. & Thomson, rhizom...

Medicinal plants in Cambodia have been used traditionally to treat various ailments such as backache, burn, cold, cough, diarrhea, headache, malaria, post-partum, sprain, stomachache and wound. This survey aimed at conducting the ethnobotanical observation on medicinal plants used by traditional healers in Kampong Speu province, Cambodia. The surve...

Androgapic paniculata (Burm. f.) Wall. ex Nees (Family: Acanthaceae) has been traditionally used for the treatment of various ailments including cancer, diabetes, bronchitis, dermatitis, influenza, dysentery, dyspepsia and malaria for centuries. This research aims at analyzing the organoleptic features and phytochemicals of Androgapic paniculata (B...

Woman in Mondulkiri province, Cambodia, have been using medicinal plants to cure various ailments associated with maternal healthcare for centuries; however, the use of such plants for maternal healthcare is not well documented. This study aimed at conducting the ethnobotanical survey on medicinal plants used for maternal healthcare in Mondulkiri p...

Vernonia cinerea L. (Family: Compositae) has been used as therapeutic agents exerting the effects of anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and anti-microbial activities, and for the treatment of various illnesses including malaria, cancers, gastrointestinal disorders, asthma and liver disease. The study aims at evaluating the organoleptic features and ph...

Curcuma longa L. and Zingiber cassumunar Roxb. rhizomes have been widely used by the traditional medical practitioners for curing various illnesses such as arthritis, inflammation and muscle problems. In the field of cosmetics, these plants have been used for the improvement of skin health. This study aims at comparing the evaluation of microscopic...

Hydnophytum formicarum Jack. (Family: Rubiaceae) is a medicinal plant which is used by traditional healers for the treatment of various ailments such as cardiovascular disease, hepatitis, rheumatism and diarrhea. This plant also exerts some therapeutic effects including anti-inflammatory, anti-parasitic and anti-oxidant activities. The study aims a...

Orthosiphon aristatus (Blume) Miq. also known as cat’s whiskers or java tea is a branched herbaceous plant that belong to Lamiaceae family. It possesses an anti-inflammatory, anti-hypertensive, anti-microbial properties and also enhances the urine flow. This study was conducted to evaluate the organoleptic features and phytoconstituents of Orthosip...

Most of the students, after being awarded with a high school diploma, have made decision to study at health science academic institutions under various majors particularly including Pharmacy and Medicine. However, the reasons behind this decision remain unclear. This study aimed to investigate the factors which make students decide to study Pharmac...

Morinda citrifolia L. has been used for the treatment of such diseases as gastritis, dermatitis, respiratory infections, menstrual and urinary disorders, fever and diabetes. This study aims to identify the phytochemical constituents of the ethanolic extracts of Morinda citrifolia L. and to record its profile based on Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC)...

Nicotiana tabacum L. has been employed in healing of various ailments such as gastrointestinal disorders, abdominal discomfort, constipation, urinary tract obstruction, dental pain and dermatitis. This study was conducted to investigate the phytochemical components of leaf extracts of Nicotiana tabacum L. Dried leaves of Nicotiana tabacum L. were s...

Cambodian medicinal plants traditionally have been used to treat various ailments such as backache, burn, cough, diarrhea, sprain, malaria and post-partum. This study was conducted to analyze the preliminary phytochemicals of selected Cambodian plant species including leaves of Nicotiana tabacum, whole plant of Vernonia cinerea, barks of Azadiracht...