Evaluation of Anti--amylase and Anti--glucosidase Activity of Canna x Generalis L.H Bailey & E.Z Bailey Rhizome
Nguyen Thi Van Anh,
Le Hong Luyen
Abstract:Canna x generalis L.H Bailey & E.Z Bailey (CG) has been used as folk medicine to treat different diseases. However, scientific information about the pharmacological effects and chemical composition of this plant is still very limited. This study aims to evaluate for the first time the α-amylase and α-glucosidase inhibitory activity of CG rhizome extracts. The rhizome part of CG was extracted with ethanol and then fractionated with n-hexane, ethyl acetate, and water. The total extract and fractions were eva… Show more
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