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Proceedings of Research Symposium - Faculty of Allied Health Sciences: Recent submissions

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Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices on Radiopharmaceuticals among Patients Undergoing Radiopharmaceutical Procedures: A Cross-sectional Study.

Wickramanayaka, S.H.P.; De Silva, K.I.M.; Kumara, A.H.D.; Perera, B. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

Background: Radiopharmaceutical procedures are integral for diagnostic and therapeutic practice in modern medicine. Understanding knowledge, attitudes and practices on radiopharmaceuticals among patients undergoing ...
Evaluation of Suitability of Palmyra Palm Syrup and Kithul Syrup as Binding Agents in Tablet Formulation

Tharsika, K.; Madushani, J.S.; Herath, H.M.D.R. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

Background: Binders are used to impart cohesiveness to granules, for mechanical strength and drug releasing in drug delivery. Natural binders, being cost-effective, non-toxic, biocompatible, and environmentally friendly, ...
Molecular Insights into Metformin and Ceftriaxone Combination against Gastroenteritis: Multifaceted Actions Revealed by Network Pharmacology.

Hemachandra, R.U.V.N.; Gunawardena, S.; Wasana, P.W.D. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

Background: Network pharmacology (NP) investigates the multifaceted actions of drugs across various targets, aiding drug discovery for complex diseases like gastroenteritis (GE). Metformin (MET) has antihyperglycemic ...
Current Regulatory Challenges for the Registration of Generic Medicines in Sri Lanka.

Sandalika, A.A.N.; Kariyawasam, P.N.; Jayasinghe, M. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

Background: Generic medicines play a crucial role in ensuring the affordability of pharmaceuticals in the market. Nevertheless, stringent regulatory authorization is indispensable for upholding the quality of these ...
Comparison of in vitro Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory Activity of Two Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume Varieties

Lekamge, L.N.L.; Jayasuriya, W.J.A.B.N.; Hapuarachchi, S.D.; Herath, H.M.D.R. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

Background: Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume known as Ceylon cinnamon has been widely used in traditional medicines since ancient times. Sri Gemunu (SG) and Sri Wijaya (SW) are the most cultivating cinnamon varieties in Sri ...
Therapeutic Effects of Atalantia ceylanica (Arn.) Oliv. Leaves Essential Oil in Acute Bronchitis Treatment: Network Pharmacology-based Exploration

Wijekoon, S.W.G.M.Y.G.J.K.; Gunawardena, S.; Wasana, P.W.D. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

Background: Network pharmacology involves in mapping of poly-pharmacology networks onto the human disease-gene network, thereby uncovering the therapeutic potential of numerous plant extracts and herbal remedies. ...
Enhancing Geriatric Medication Management: Development of a Decision Support Tool for Healthcare Providers to Ensure Appropriate Prescribing in Sri Lankan Older Adults: A Study Protocol

Arachchige, M.P. Godakanda; Moles, R.J.; Zawahir, S.; Lekamwasam, S.; Chen, T.F. (FAHS, 2024-07)

Background: As the aging population expands, ensuring the appropriate prescribing of medication for older adults is increasingly vital. Despite the availability of numerous decision support tools, their applicability ...
Impact of Patient Information Leaflet on Improving Knowledge of Antibiotic Resistance and Rational Use of Antibiotics among Parents of Pediatric Patients

Rupasingha, G.S.K.; Jayakodige, T.S.; Prasadi, G.A.M.; Punchihewa, J.C.; Hewa, Gonapinuwala P.S. (Impact of Patient Information Leaflet on Improving Knowledge of Antibiotic Resistance and Rational Use of Antibiotics among Parents of Pediatric Patients, 2024)

Background: The misuse and overuse of antibiotics have become a serious problem today particularly prevalent in developing countries. This phenomenon exacerbates the emergence and dissemination of antibiotic resistance ...
Exploring the Pharmacological Mechanism of Cinnamomum zeylanicum Fruit Extract in Treating Gingivitis Using Network Pharmacology

Jayasundara, J.H.D.S.; Gunawardena, S.; Wasana, P.W.D. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

Background: Cinnamomum zeylanicum (CZ), a traditional Ayurvedic medicinal plant, is known for its anti-inflammatory properties, particularly in the treatment of gingivitis. Despite its recognized efficacy, the precise ...
Analyzing the Molecular Mechanisms of Passiflora foetida Aerial Parts Extract in Managing Inflammatory Pain: A Network Pharmacology and Bioinformatics Approach

Sewwandi, L.H.C.; Wasana, P.W.D. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

Background: Inflammatory pain (IP) poses a significant global health challenge, with peripheral tissue damage and inflammation identified as its primary causes. Passiflora foetida (PF) is widely recognized for its ...
Local Pharmaceutical Industry in Sri Lanka: Regulatory Challenges

Manimendra, M.A.S.U.; Subasinghe, H.W.A.S.; Jayasinghe, M. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

Background: The current pharmaceutical industry in Sri Lanka heavily relies on imports. In today’s rapidly changing economic environment, pharmaceutical manufacturing companies are experiencing many challenges. Encouraging ...
Health Related Quality of Life and Associated Factors among Pregnant Women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Cross-sectional Study

Kumuduni, R.A.D.; Sanjeewani, P.G.N.; Kanthi, H.B.G.T.; Ranawaka, K.H.; Yapa, H.E. (FAHS, 2023-11-10)

Background: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a prevalent metabolic disorder during pregnancy affecting 13.9% of women in Sri Lanka. Owing to potential risks to mother, fetus and child’s development, GDM may ...
Prevalence of Urine Incontinence and Its’ Impact on the Quality of Life of Older Adults in Galle

Kumari, M.D.H.S.; Perera, B. (FAHS, 2023-11-10)

Background: Urinary incontinence (UI) is a significant physical health issue among older adults. This condition adversely affects the quality of life (QoL) of older adults. Objectives: To assess the prevalence of UI ...
Prevalence of Post-stroke Depression and Associated Factors in Selected Tertiary Care Hospitals in Sri Lanka

Madumali, R.H.H.D.; Kariyawasam, P.N. (FAHS, 2023-11-10)

Background: The prevalence of stroke and stroke-related disabilities are increasing in low and middle-income countries. Post-stroke depression (PSD) is one of the common consequences of stroke that is associated with ...
Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Discomforts among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinics in Tissamaharama MOH Area

Abewardhana, M.S.; Kariywasam, P.N. (FAHS, 2023-11-10)

Background: Pregnancy is a special condition that can cause numerous physiological changes in a woman’s body. Hormonal and anatomical changes during pregnancy create various musculoskeletal discomforts. These discomforts ...
Estimation of Stature and Weight using Selected Dominant Hand and Handprints Measurements among a Selected Young Adult Population in Sri Lanka

Murugananthan, K.; Karunarathna, R.D.S.N.; Madumali, I.K.D.; Piumini, J.M.C.; Sandeep, R.P.; Wijekumar, P.J.; Edirisinghe, E.A.S.T. (FAHS, 2023-11-10)

Background: Estimation of stature, weight, and gender are the fundamentals of personal identification in forensic science of crime victims and missing person’s identification. Objective: To formulate sex specific ...
Supervision among Third-year Nursing Students in Selected Nurses Training Schools in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Weerasinghe, Y.P.; Amarasekara, A.A.T.D. (FAHS, 2023-11-10)

Background: Nursing education is a combination of theoretical learning and clinical experience. Since nursing is a performance-based profession, Clinical Learning Environment (CLE) and clinical supervision play a ...
wareness and Prevalence of Perceived Symptoms of Cervical Cancer Risk Factors among Women Attending Gynecological Clinics at Base Hospital Tangalle

Wijesekara, S.L.; Tharangani, U.G.P.; Dilhani, M.K.R.; Sewwandi, S.M.G.; Dilhani, E.A.; Nisansala, M.W.N.; Senarath, N.S.A.S.N. (FAHS, 2023-11-10)

Background: Cervical cancer is the fourth most common type of cancer among women globally. Incidence is gradually increasing and 90% of the new cases and deaths are reported in low and middle-income countries. Patient ...
Medication Awareness among Geriatric Patients with Selected Chronic Diseases: A Hospital-Based Cross-Sectional Study

Tharangani, A.R.; Subasinghe, H.W.A.S.; De Silva, K.I.M. (FAHS, 2023-11-10)

Background: Geriatric patients are more likely to have chronic diseases that necessitate pharmacotherapy, including multiple medications. Lack of awareness of medications and reduced compliance are not unusual among ...
Workplace Safety Climate in Handling Systemic Anti-cancer Chemotherapy among Pharmacists at the National Cancer Institute, Sri Lanka

Senarath, N.S.A.S.N.; De Silva, D.; Rathnayake, R.W.M.W.K.; Warnakulasuriya, S.S.P.; Meegoda, M.K.D.L.; Jayasinghe, S.S. (FAHS, 2023-11-10)

Background: Pharmaceutical agents used in Anti-Cancer Chemotherapy (SACT) are considered hazardous. Unnecessary exposure to hazardous drugs leads to increased negative health effects among healthcare workers who handle ...

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