Virgin Coconut Oil Protects Against Dolutegravir-induced Toxicity in Wistar Albino Rats
Kennedy I. Amagon,
Sandra P. Dachin,
Leritshimwa Amagon
et al.
Abstract:Virgin Coconut oil is known for its health and therapeutic benefits and is exploited because of its ability to scavenge free radicals. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of virgin coconut oil on dolutegravir-induced organ toxicity in Wistar albino rats. Fifteen healthy Wistar Albino rats were allotted into five groups of three animals each. Animals in the negative control group were administered normal saline, while those in group two had dolutegravir (10 mg/kg oral) daily for 28 days. Rats in groups thre… Show more
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