Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology

Gastro - Protective Effect of Grewia optiva (Dhamna) Leaf Extract on Ethanol Induced Gastric Ulcer in Rats

Saira Aslam

University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan.

Muhammad Aslam Tahir *

Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, Pakistan.

Muhammad S. A. Abbasi

G. I. X Labs. P. O. Box 1356 Nilore, Islamabad Pakistan.

*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.

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Abstract

In present examination, gastro defensive movement of Grewia optiva (GO) in rodents has been explored based on bioactive mixes (tannins, terpenoids, flavonoids, steroids and saponins) present in it. Ethanolic concentrate of Grewia optiva leaves was utilized in present study to research its gastro-defensive impact on ethanol actuated gastric ulcer in Albino rats. The investigation including negative, positive, drug, and reference controls.

Keywords: Albino rats, bioactive compounds, gastro-protective, Grewia optiva, ulcer.

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