Effect of the Hydroethanolic Extract of <i>Bixa orellana</i> Linn (Bixaceae) Leaves on Castor Oil-Induced Diarrhea in Swiss Albino Mice

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Authors

Michel Archange Fokam Tagne · University of Ngaoundéré

Hypolyte Akaou · University of Ngaoundéré

Paul Aimé Noubissi · University of Buea

Angèle Foyet Fondjo · Institut Universitaire du Golfe de Guinée

Yaouke Rékabi · University of Ngaoundéré

Henri Wambe · Université de Dschang

René Kamgang

Abstract

The hydroethanolic extract was found to be effective against castor oil-induced diarrhea in experimental mice at 50, 100, and 200 mg/kg bw which provides evidence that could justify its traditional use.

Topics & Keywords

Hibiscus Plant Research Studies Natural Products and Biological Research Veterinary medicine and infectious diseases

UN Sustainable Development Goals

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Publication Details

Published in: Gastroenterology Research and Practice

Volume 2019, pp. 1-8

DOI: 10.1155/2019/6963548

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