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3985

Source

Scopus

Electronic ID

2-s2.0-34548546688

Authors

Falodun A., Okunrobo L.O., Agbo L.O.

Title

Evaluation of the anti-edematogenic activity of the aqueous extract of Leea guineensis

Publication Year

2007

Source Title

Pakistan Journal of Scientific and Industrial Research

Volume

Issue

Citations

None

DOI

None

URL

https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-34548546688&partnerID=40&md5=e134d68413f2ab483fcf9a597e101fbd

Affiliations

Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria

Authors with Affiliations

Falodun, A., Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria; Okunrobo, L.O., Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria; Agbo, L.O., Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria

Abstract

The aqueous extract of Leea guineensis leaves was evaluated for its anti-edematogenic properties.The phytochemical studies revealed the presence of saponins and glycosides as the secondary metabolites. Using the carrageenaninduced paw oedema, there was a significant (P<0.001) reduction in edema. The study also revealed a dose dependent antiedematogenic activity.

Author Keywords

Anti-edematogenic activity; Carrageenan; Leea guineensis

Index Keywords

evergreen tree; organic compound; phytochemistry; secondary metabolite; shrub; Leea guineensis

Funding Details

None