Delving the Role of the Ameliorative Effects
of <i>Caralluma tuberculata</i> N.E.Br. (Apocynaceae)
on Diabetes and Its Effect on the Organs Weight
of Alloxan-Induced Adult Male Mice
Saira Batool,
Sajida Batool,
Tahira Batool
et al.
Abstract:Caralluma tuberculata N.E.Br. is a naturally occurring plant that has been used for thousands of years for its health benefits. In the present study, the blood sugar lowering effect of C. tuberculata was investigated and compare with that of the diabetes drug metformin. The lyophilized extract of C. tuberculata was administered given to both non-diabetic and diabetic mice. Sixty mice were randomly divided into six groups. Blood glucose levels were measured after 24, 48, 72, and 96 h. The dose was administered … Show more
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