Purified Gambir (Uncaria Gambir (Hunter) Roxb.) Attenuate Renal Function in Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Male Rats
FITRI RACHMAINI,
ARMENIA,
RAHMAD ABDILLAH
Abstract:Objective: Diabetes and its vascular complications could prevent by antioxidants. Purified gambir is the purified extract of Uncaria gambir (Hunter) Roxb, which contains more than 90% catechins and scientifically work as antioxidant. This study aimed to determine the effect of purified gambir on renal function in alloxan-induced diabetic Wistar Kyoto rats.
Methods: Diabetic rats were induced by alloxan 125 mg/kgBW by intraperitoneal injection. Forty-five diabetic rats were divided into five groups, diabe… Show more
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