Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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The association between oral leukoplakia and use of tobacco, alcohol and khat based on relative risks assessment in Kenya
('University of Nairobi, College of Health Sciences. Department of Dental Surgery,Kenya Medical Research Institute,Medical Research Centre, PO. Box 20752, Nairobi, Kenya, 1995)A case-control study was conducted to determine the significance of tobacco, alcohol and khat (Catha edulis) chewing habits in the development of oral leuko¬plakia among Kenyans aged 15 yr and over. In a house-to-house ... -
Film coating with aqueous latex dispersions
(2001)Latex dispersions have proved to be very useful in aqueous-based film coating, especially in controlled-release applications. Film coatings commonly are colored with pigments to provide a means of product identification ... -
Assessment of Polymer-Polymer interactions in blends of hpmc and film forming polymers by modulated temperature differential scanning calorimetry
(2000)To assess the miscibility and phase of binary blends of hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose (HPMC) with hydroxypropyl cellulose (HPC), methylcellulose (MC), and polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP).MTDSC was shown to be a useful technique ... -
Pattern of Bone loss in Dry Mandibles of individuals who died before 1957
(Departrnenr of Periodontology/Community and Preventive Dentistry, College of Health Sciences, University of NairobiCentre for Public Health Research, Kenya Medical Research Insiture, Nairobi,, 2005-10)Objective: To map out the pattern of periodontal disease in individuals who died before 1957 and were not exposed to formal dental services. Design: Descriptive cross-sectional study. Setting: National Museums of Kenya. ... -
Pharmacokinetics of cocaine and metabolites following intragastric administration to ten-day-old rat pups
(1998)Fetal cocaine exposure is a major problem resulting from the illicit use of cocaine by pregnant women. Studies examining the prevalence of cocaine use during pregnancy estimate usage ranges from 5-17% (I). Although no ... -
Prescription audit carried out at the pharmacy practice centre of the University of Nairobi between June and November 2004
(Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacy Practice, School of Pharmacy, University of Nairobi,, 2004)A retrospective descriptive study was carried out from June to November 2004 in a retail pharmacy situated at the School of Pharmacy, University of Nairobi within the Kenyatta National Hospital complex. The objective was ... -
Influence of dose and cessation of kiraiku, cigarettes and alcohol use on the risk of developing oral leukoplakia
(Faculty of Dental Sciences. College of Health Sciences. University of Nairobi'Medical Research Centre.Medical Research Institute. P.O. Box 20752. Nairobi, Kenya, 1996)Data from a previously-reported study of oral leukoplakia-associated risk factors in a Kenyan population were further analyzed to determine the influence of dose and cessation. Specifically. risk an31ysis was made with ... -
Analysis of solid state calorimetric data using non-iterative strategies
(Department of Pharmaceutics,, 1996)The elemental profi le of St John’s Wort was collected for a raw plant (SJW herb) and 6 processed forms (SJW A – F). A total of 27 elements were monitored including the toxic elements As, Cd, Hg and Pb as well as essential ... -
Strategies to improve HIV test acceptance and uptake of interventions in PMCT sites
(School of Nursing Sciences, University of Nairobi, 2004)HIV testing in the antenatal clinic is an entry point for interventions to prevent mother to child transmission. It is therefore crucial that all women learn their HIV status during pregnancy. The approach used may influence ... -
Characterization of thermal and rheological properties of zidovidine, lamivudine and plasticizer blends with ethyl cellulose to assess their suitability for hot melt extrusion
(Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacy Practice, University of Nairobi,Institute of Pharmaceutical Innovation, University of Bradford,Centre for Pharmaceutical Engineering, University of Bradford,, 2011)The influence of antiretroviral drugs and plasticizers on the rheological and thermal characteristics of ethyl cellulose formulations intended for hot melt extrusion has been investigated. Antiretroviral drugs used were ... -
Risk factors, management and outcomes of adverse drug reactions in adult patients on antiretrovirals at Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi
(Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacy Practice, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi,Center for Clinical Research, Kenya Medical Research InstituteDepartment of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacy Practice, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, 2010)Antiretrovirals have been associated with serious adverse drug reactions. Several factors have been suggested as independent risk factors for their development. Identification of these factors may help in prevention and ... -
Influence of cigarette filters on the risk of developing oral leukoplakia in a Kenyan population
(University of Nairobi, Kenya; "Centre for Public Health Research, Mbagathi Road. Nairobi, 2001)OBJECTIVE: To determine the influence of cigarette fil¬ters and the effect of smoking Kiraiku (home processed, hand rolled tobacco) on the risk of developing oral leuko¬plakia among cigarette smokers. DESIGN: Case control ... -
Prevalence of adverse drug reactions in adult patients on anti-retrovirals at Kenyatta National Hospital, comprehensive care centre
(Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacy Practice, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi,Centre for Clinical Research, Kenya Medical Research Institute,Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacy Practice, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi,, 2009)There has been an increased access to anti-retrovirals in resource constrained settings. However, few studies have addressed the area of adverse drug reactions in these settings.This study indicates a high prevalence of ... -
Trends of acute poisoning cases occurring at the Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya
(Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacy Practice, School of Pharmacy, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi,Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacognosy, School of Pharmacy, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi,, 2012)A retrospective study of poisoned patients admitted at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) over the period January 2002 to June 2003 was carried out. KNH is a national referral and university teaching hospital and patients ... -
Resistance of klebsiella species Isolates from two institutions in Nairobi, Kenya, to commonly prescribed antimicrobial agents
(Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacy Practice, University of Nairobi,Department of Biochemistry, University of Nairobi,Centre for Microbiology Research, Kenya Medical Research Institute, 2007)Klebsiella species isolates collected from the Kenyatta National Hospital and the Centre for Microbiology Research of the Kenya Medical Research Institute in Nairobi, Kenya were identified and screened for resistance to ... -
Essentials of rynchosia minima dc from Kenya:composition and antibacterial properties
(Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Nairobi,Departmento de microbiologia,Universidad nacional de rio cuarto, 2005)The hydrodistilled essential oil (yield, 0.1%) of semi-dried leaves of Rynchosia minima DC. was analyzed by GC and GC/MS. Twenty-four compounds representing 95.9% of the oil were identified. The major components were found ... -
Knowledge and attitude of MTCT of HIV among women in Karatina and Homabay Hospitals before and after counseling
(Department of Nursing Sciences, University of Nairobi., 2005)This project is part of the 11 country PMTC project of UNICEF, UNAIDS and WHO. The Three Kenyan sites supported by NARESA and MOH are KNH, Karatina and Homabay. Operations research is supported by Horizons and USAID. The ... -
Behcet's Syndrome presenting with Chronic Reriodontitis:
(Departrnent of Denial Surgery. College or Health Sciences. University of Nairobi., 1992-10)Behcet's syndrome is a disease of uncertain aetiology characterised by recurrent oral and genital ulcerations, ocular lesions and skin lesions. Although cases of this syndrome have been reported almost worldwide, the ... -
Essential oil of hyptis suaveolens(L)poit.from Tanzania composition and antifungal activity
(Faculty of Pharmacy, Muhimbili University College of Health Sciences,Institute of Traditional Medicine, Muhimbili University College of Health SciencesFaculty of Pharmacy, University of NairobiInstituto de Ciencia y Tecnologia de los Alimentos. Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Fisicas y Naturales, Universidad Nacional de Cordoba, ArgentinaInstituto Multidisciplinario de Biologia Vegetal, Catedra de Quimica Organica, 2003)The hydrodistilled essential oil (yield 1.2%) of fresh leaves of wild Hyptis suaveolens (L.) Poit. was analyzed by GC/MS. Twenty-four compounds representing 90.3% of the oil were identified. The main components of the oil ... -
The health workers for change impact study in Kenya
(Department of Nursing Sciences, University of Nairobi, 2001)This paper reports the detailed results of a study of the impact of the Health Workers for Change (HWFC) workshop series on clients' perceptions of health services, relationships within the health centre and relations ...
