Abstract:The harmful effects of synthetic pesticides include neurological, behavioural dysfunctions, hormonal imbalances, and water pollution. Hydro-alcohol extract of the stem bark of B. sapida was studied for pesticidal effects on Glutathione S-transferases (GST) and acetylcholinesterase (AChE) using a rat model. Various concentrations of the extract were administered to six different groups, of three male and three female groups of rats (50 mg/kg, 100 mg/kg and 150 mg/kg bwt. respectively), two synthetic 10% (w/v) g… Show more
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