scholarly journals Protective Effect of Peanut (Arachis hypogaea L) and Its Combination with Propranolol on Dyslipidemia in Isoproterenol Induced Cardiotoxic Rats

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 58-64
Author(s):  
Farah Naz ◽  
Nasim Jahan ◽  
Nayma Sultana
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Arachis Hypogaea ◽  
Combined Treatment ◽  
Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Treated Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Albino Rats ◽  
Final Body Weight ◽  
Arachis Hypogaea L ◽  
The Mean

Background: Cardiotoxicity can be developed due to prolonged use of higher doses of some drugs, exposure to some chemicals, toxins or infectious agents and also by some disease conditions. Natural plant food such as peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) may have free radical scavenging and lipid lowering activity, thereby, can be used for the prevention and management of heart disease. Objective: To observe the protective effect of peanut (Arachis hypogaea L) and its combined action with propranolol on dyslipidemia in Isoproterenol induced cardiotoxic rats. Methods: This experimental study was carried out in the Department of Physiology, Sir Salimullah Medical College (SSMC), Dhaka from January to December, 2012. Twenty Wistar albino rats, age 85-100 days, weighing 120 to 150g (initial body weight) were included in the experimental group (Group B, with peanut). They were further sub-divided into group B1 (isoproterenol treated group after peanut treatment), and group B2 (isoproterenol treated group after combined treatment of peanut and propranolol). Age and weight matched 30 Wistar albino rats without any peanut supplementation was taken as control (group A) and divided into three sub-groups, group A1 (baseline control), group A2 (isoproterenol treated control) and group A3 (isoproterenol treated control after propranolol treatment). Each subgroup consisted of 10 rats. After taking final body weight all the rats were sacrificed on 22nd day. Blood was collected from heart and supernatant serum was preserved in deep freeze until analysis. For assessment of lipid profile status, serum total cholesterol (TC), low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL- C) and high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) were estimated by standard method. The statistical analysis was done by one way ANOVA and Bonferroni test as applicable. Results: In this study, percent change from initial body weight to final body weight was significantly (p<0.01) lower both in isoproterenol treated group after peanut treatment and in isoproterenol treated group after combined treatment of peanut and propranolol as compared to that of baseline control. Again, this value was almost similar and the difference was not statistically significant between isoproterenol treated group after peanut treatment and isoproterenol treated group after combined treatment of peanut and propranolol. Again, the mean serum TC (p<0.01) and LDL-C (p<0.05) were significantly lower in isoproterenol treated group after peanut treatment and isoproterenol treated group after combined treatment of peanut and propranolol in comparison to those of isoproterenol treated control group. Moreover, the mean serum HDL-C was significantly (p<0.01) higher in isoproterenol treated group after combined treatment of peanut and propranolol, in comparison to that of isoproterenol treated control group. Furthermore, the mean serum TC and LDL-C were non significantly higher and serum HDL-C was significantly (p<0.01) higher in isoproterenol treated group after combined treatment of peanut and propranolol when compared to those of isoproterenol treated group after peanut treatment. Conclusion: The present study revealed that peanut alone can maintain blood lipid level by decreasing TC and LDL-C levels and by increasing HDL-C level in isoproterenol induced cardiotoxic rats. However, the combined therapy of peanut with propranolol showed synergistic effect on preventing dyslipidemia. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/jbsp.v8i2.18655 Bangladesh Soc Physiol. 2013, December; 8(2): 58-64

scholarly journals Effect of Peanut (Arachis hypogaea) on Kidney in Rats

2014 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-21
Author(s):  
Sadia Choudhury Shimmi ◽  
M Tanveer Hossain Parash ◽  
Lazina Afrin ◽  
Pervin Akter
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Serum Creatinine ◽  
Arachis Hypogaea ◽  
Biochemical Parameters ◽  
Treated Group ◽  
Male Rats ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Peanut Kernel ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Experimental Group

Background: Kidney is the main excretory organ which can be damaged by various disease conditions, foods, exposure to some chemicals, toxins, or infectious agents. Peanuts (Arachis hypogaea) may have antioxidant activity thereby can be used for the improvement of kidney functions though its exact role is yet to be explored. Objective: To observe the effect of peanut kernel powder on kidney by observing the histology and some biochemical parameters (serum creatinine and blood urea) in Wistar albino rats. Materials and method: This experimental study was conducted between October 2012 to December 2012 in the Institute of Food and Nutrition, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh. A total number of 20 apparently healthy Wistar albino male rats, weighing between 120 to 150 grams, age range 90 to 120 days were used. Prior to conducting the study, the animals were acclimatized for 14 days. Then, they were divided into two groups; control group (Group A) consisted of 10 rats and experimental group (Group B- Peanut treated group) consisted of 10 rats. All groups of animals received basal diet for 21 consecutive days and in addition, experimental group received peanut kernel powder (500mg/kg body weight/day; orally) in the morning along with food for 21 consecutive days. All the animals were sacrificed on 22nd day. The blood and kidney samples were collected. Blood urea, serum creatinine levels were measured and histopathology of kidney was done by using standard laboratory procedure. Results: The mean body weight of peanut treated group was significantly lower than that of control group. The mean blood urea and creatinine levels were higher in peanut treated group in comparison to those of control group but the differences were not statistically significant. On histology, kidney revealed normal findings both in control and peanut treated group. Conclusion: Role of peanut kernel powder in normalizing the biochemical parameters is controversial. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/dmcj.v2i1.17792 Delta Med Col J. Jan 2014; 2(1): 17-21

scholarly journals Protective Effect of Peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) and Its Combination with Propranolol in Cardiotoxic Rats

2015 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 22-30 ◽  
Author(s):  
Farah Naz ◽  
Nasim Jahan ◽  
Nayma Sultana
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Protective Effect ◽  
Arachis Hypogaea ◽  
Heart Tissue ◽  
Albino Rats ◽  
Initial Body Weight ◽  
Final Body Weight ◽  
Histological Changes ◽  
Arachis Hypogaea L ◽  
Wistar Albino Rats

Background: Cardiotoxicity (CT) can be developed due to prolonged use of higher doses of some drugs, exposure to some chemicals, toxins or infectious agents and also by some disease conditions. Natural plant foods such as peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) may have free radical scavenging activity, thereby can be used for the prevention and management of heart disease. Objective: To observe the protective effect of peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) and its combined action with propranolol on histological changes in isoproterenol induced cardiotoxic rats. Method: This experimental study was carried out in the Department of Physiology, Sir Salimullah Medical College, Dhaka in 2012. For this purpose, 20 Wistar albino rats, age 85- 100 days, weighing 120 to 150g (initial body weight) were included in the peanut treated group. They were sub-divided into CT-ISO-P (Cardiotoxic group with isoproterenol after peanut treatment) and CT-ISO-C (Cardiotoxic group with isoproterenol after combined treatment of peanut and propranolol). Age and weight matched 30 Wistar albino rats without any peanut supplementation were taken and sub-divided into three sub-groups, BC (Baseline control), CT-ISO (Cardiotoxic group with isoproterenol) and CT-ISO-PRO (Cardiotoxic group with isoproterenol after propranolol treatment). Each sub-group consisted of 10 rats. After taking final body weight all the rats were sacrificed on 22nd day. The heart was removed and preserved in 10% formalin for histological processing. To find out the histopathological changes of heart tissue, histological slides were prepared and were observed under microscope in the Department of Pathology, SSMC. Histological findings were categorized by scoring as mild, moderate and severe histological changes. The statistical analysis was done by one way ANOVA and Bonferroni test as applicable. Result: In this study, percent change from initial body weight to final body weight was significantly (p<0.01) lower both in CT-ISO-P and CT-ISO-C as compared to that of BC. Again, histological score was significantly (p<0.01) higher in CT-ISO in comparison to that of BC. Moreover, these scores were significantly lower in CTISO- PRO (p<0.01), CT-ISO-P (p<0.05) and CT-ISO-C (p<0.05) in comparison to that of CT-ISO. Similarly, this score was significantly (p<0.01) lower in CT-ISO-C when compared to that of CT-ISO-P. Conclusion: The present study revealed that peanut can preserve almost normal histological architecture of heart tissue in isoproterenol induced cardiotoxic rats. However, the combined therapy of peanut with propranolol showed synergistic effect on preventing histological changes in heart tissue. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/jbsp.v9i1.22792 Bangladesh Soc Physiol. 2014, June; 9(1): 22-30

scholarly journals Anti-Obesity and Anti-Adipogenic Effects of Chitosan Oligosaccharide (GO2KA1) in SD Rats and in 3T3-L1 Preadipocytes Models

Molecules ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 331
Author(s):  
Jung-Yun Lee ◽  
Tae Yang Kim ◽  
Hanna Kang ◽  
Jungbae Oh ◽  
Joo Woong Park ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Treated Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Chitosan Oligosaccharide ◽  
Sd Rats ◽  
Adipogenic Gene

Excess body weight is a major risk factor for type 2 diabetes (T2D) and associated metabolic complications, and weight loss has been shown to improve glycemic control and decrease morbidity and mortality in T2D patients. Weight-loss strategies using dietary interventions produce a significant decrease in diabetes-related metabolic disturbance. We have previously reported that the supplementation of low molecular chitosan oligosaccharide (GO2KA1) significantly inhibited blood glucose levels in both animals and humans. However, the effect of GO2KA1 on obesity still remains unclear. The aim of the study was to evaluate the anti-obesity effect of GO2KA1 on lipid accumulation and adipogenic gene expression using 3T3-L1 adipocytes in vitro and plasma lipid profiles using a Sprague-Dawley (SD) rat model. Murine 3T3-L1 preadipocytes were stimulated to differentiate under the adipogenic stimulation in the presence and absence of varying concentrations of GO2KA1. Adipocyte differentiation was confirmed by Oil Red O staining of lipids and the expression of adipogenic gene expression. Compared to control group, the cells treated with GO2KA1 significantly decreased in intracellular lipid accumulation with concomitant decreases in the expression of key transcription factors, peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARγ) and CCAAT/enhancer-binding protein alpha (CEBP/α). Consistently, the mRNA expression of downstream adipogenic target genes such as fatty acid binding protein 4 (FABP4), fatty acid synthase (FAS), were significantly lower in the GO2KA1-treated group than in the control group. In vivo, male SD rats were fed a high fat diet (HFD) for 6 weeks to induced obesity, followed by oral administration of GO2KA1 at 0.1 g/kg/body weight or vehicle control in HFD. We assessed body weight, food intake, plasma lipids, levels of alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) for liver function, and serum level of adiponectin, a marker for obesity-mediated metabolic syndrome. Compared to control group GO2KA1 significantly suppressed body weight gain (185.8 ± 8.8 g vs. 211.6 ± 20.1 g, p < 0.05) with no significant difference in food intake. The serum total cholesterol, triglyceride, and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) levels were significantly lower in the GO2KA1-treated group than in the control group, whereas the high-density lipoprotein (HDL) level was higher in the GO2KA1 group. The GO2KA1-treated group also showed a significant reduction in ALT and AST levels compared to the control. Moreover, serum adiponectin levels were significantly 1.5-folder higher than the control group. These in vivo and in vitro findings suggest that dietary supplementation of GO2KA1 may prevent diet-induced weight gain and the anti-obesity effect is mediated in part by inhibiting adipogenesis and increasing adiponectin level.

scholarly journals Effect of Curcuma longa (Turmeric) on serum creatine kinase-MB and troponin I in isoproterenol induced myocardial infarction in wistar albino rats

2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 47-53
Author(s):  
Sharmin Nahar ◽  
Qazi Shamima Akhter
Keyword(s):  
Myocardial Infarction ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Troponin I ◽  
Curcuma Longa ◽  
Heart Weight ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Albino Rats ◽  
Creatine Kinase Mb ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Wistar Albino Rats

Background: The prevalence of myocardial infarction (MI) is increasing day by day in Bangladesh due to socioeconomic transition. Spices and herbs are important source of remedy for various diseases in human. Curcuma longa suggested to be used as an indigenous medicine for the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Objective: To observe the effect of Curcuma longa in isoproterenol induced myocardial infarction in Wistar albino rats. Methods: This experimental study was carried out in the Department of Physiology, Dhaka Medical College, Dhaka during 2015. Twenty one Wistar albino male rats, weighing 100 to 150 g (initial body weight); aged 85 to 100 days were selected for the study. After acclimatization for 14 days, the rats were divided into BC (Baseline control group), ISP-TC (Isoproterenol treated control group) and CLP-ISPT (Curcuma longa pretreated and isoproterenol treated group). Each group consisted of 7 rats. After experiment, on the 10th day, final body weight was taken, rats were sacrificed and blood samples were collected from the heart. The heart was removed and weighed. Serum creatine kinase-MB (CK-MB) level was estimated by ELISA method and Troponin I (cTnI) level by AxSYM method. The statistical analysis was done by one way ANOVA and Bonferroni test as applicable. Results: In this study, the mean percent (%) change of body weight (p<0.01), mean serum CK-MB (p<0.001) and cTnI (p<0.001) levels were significantly higher but mean heart weight was non significantly higher in ISP-TC in comparison to those of BC. Again, the mean percent (%) change of body weight (p<0.01), mean heart weight (p<0.01), mean serum CK-MB (p<0.01) and cTnI (p<0.001) levels were significantly lower in CLP-ISPT than those of ISP-TC group. Conclusion: From the results, it can be concluded that Curcuma longa may have cardioprotective effect. J Bangladesh Soc Physiol. 2018, December; 13(2): 47-53

scholarly journals The Hypolipidemic Effect of Aqueous Extract of Hibiscus sabdariffa on Paracetamol-induced Hepatotoxicity in Albino Wistar Rats

2020 ◽  
pp. 54-60
Author(s):  
E. B. Umoren ◽  
J. F. Ekpenyong ◽  
O. E. Oyama ◽  
A. O. Obembe
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Aqueous Extract ◽  
Low Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Treated Group ◽  
The Body ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Hypolipidemic Effect ◽  
Low Density ◽  
Hibiscus Sabdariffa

Aim of the Study: This study was undertaken to ascertain if Hibiscus sabdariffa extract can affect the lipid profile (Total cholesterol (TC), triglycerides (TG), high density lipoprotein (HDL), very low density lipoprotein (VLDL), and low density lipoprotein (LDL)) levels in a paracetamol- induced hepatotoxicity using albino Wistar rat as a model. Materials and Methods: Thirty (30) rats used for this study were divided into three groups. Group A (n=10) served as control. Group B (n=10) was administered paracetamol only at a dose of 750 mg/kg body weight. Group C (n=10) was administered paracetamol (dose 750 mg/kg body weight) and aqueous extract of H. sabdariffa (dose 10 ml/kg body weight) of the animal for 3 weeks. All animals were allowed free access to clean drinking water and normal rat chow. Results: Results of the study revealed that TC was significantly lower (p<0.05) in the paracetamol + H. sabdariffa-treated group as compared to paracetamol-treated group and control respectively. Similar trend was observed with TG, VLDL-c, LDL-c and HDL-c. However, the decrease in HDL-c was not statistically significant when compared to control. Conclusion: The presence of bioactive constituents vis; anthocyanins, flavonoids, polyvenols and free radical scavenging properties in H. sabdariffa enabled a hypolipidemic effect on the animals by lowering the levels of serum TG, VLDL-c, LDL-c despite challenge on the liver. However, it was unable to produce significant effect on HDL concentration -very important cholesterol required in high level to maintain homeostasis inside the body. This may be due to the challenge on the liver as a result of the paracetamol abuse.

scholarly journals Antidiabetogenic impact of bitter melon (Momordica charantia) and garlic (Allium sativum) on alloxan induced diabetic rabbit model

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 402-408
Author(s):  
Ambiara ◽  
Fahima Binthe Aziz ◽  
Md Mahmudul Hasan ◽  
Md Shajedur Rahman ◽  
Misrat Masuma Parvez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Glucose Level ◽  
Combined Treatment ◽  
Rabbit Model ◽  
Treated Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Bitter Melon ◽  
Diabetic Rabbit ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

The present study was undertaken to investigate the antidiabetic effect of the Bitter melon and Garlic on Alloxan induced diabetes in experimental rabbits. At 2 to 3 months of age, rabbits were assigned into five groups (A, B, C, D and E) and each group was remained 4 rabbits. Group A was kept for control, Group B was treated with Alloxanintramuscullarly at a dose of 75mg /kg body weight, Group C was treated with bitter melon 250gm/kg body weight orally, Group D was treated with garlic 750mg/kg body weight orally, Group E treated with combined at previous dose. After acclimatization, diabetes was induced in four groups of rabbits (B, C, D and E) by administering Alloxan injection in a dose of 75mg/kg body weight (b.wt.) intramuscularlly. There was significant decreased in blood glucose level in all treated group C, D, E compared to the B group and lowest glucose was recorded in E group when treated with combined medicinal herbs and body weight was increased in all treated group C, D, E compared to the B group and highest was recorded in Dgroup while treated with those.% of PCV level and Hb gm/dl concentration was the highest in group E which was treated with both garlic and bitter melon compare to the A group. ESR was highest in group B treated with Alloxan and lowest in group E. The present study reveals that combined treatment increases body weight and decreases glucose level without affecting health of rabbits.Asian J. Med. Biol. Res. September 2016, 2(3): 402-408

scholarly journals The effect of the phenolic and other active compounds of the alcohol and acid extracts of cinnamon on some of the Biochemical Parameters of induced diabetes mellitus

2015 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-36
Author(s):  
Hayder Turki AL-Musaw AL-Musawi ◽  
Mohammed Ibrahem AL-Tai AL-Tai ◽  
Muna Turki AL-Musawi AL-Musawi
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Treated Group ◽  
Laboratory Animals ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Alcoholic Extract ◽  
Serum Concentrations ◽  
Active Compounds ◽  
Cinnamon Extract ◽  
Long Duration

The phenolic compound and other active compounds were extracted from cinnamon, in anattempt to produce a drug from Medical and herbal Plants for the diabetes on rats. Theextraction process included two methods the first carrid out with 2% v/v acetic acid andpropanol, and in the second process 70% v/v ethanol and chloroform were used. In the detectionof extracts it was noticed that both conteined phenols, flavonoids, tannins and Glycosides andCoumarins, while the saponin showed up only in the alcoholic extract of cinnamon. The phenoliccompounds in the extracts of cinnamon were determined by using Ultraviolet Spectroscopy (UV)and other function groups such as phenols, aldehyedes, estars, hydrocarbons, alcohols andcarboxylic compounds were diagnosed by using Infrared spectroscopy (IR). The study of the halflethal dose (midl lethal) (LD50) was also examined by testing the toxicity of the two cinnamon 2015 مجلة مركز بحوث التقنيات االحيائية المجلد التاسع- العدد االول42extracts. Rats were used as laboratory animals in conducting the experiments. The rats were fedby the dose (100, 200, 300,400, 500 mg / kg of body weight). The results have shown that there isno toxic effect in the cinnamon extracts. Similar concentrations were used to determine theeffective dose of the extracts in reducing the level of glucose in the blood of healthy animals. Thedose (300) mg / kg of body weight of the animal body has proved to be the the most efficient as itdecreased. The fasting glucose (Glu) serum consider by following of the cinnamon extracts withthe adopted groups during the duration of (30) days in comparison with the control group (theinfected) and outperformed the treated given Glibenelinide (daonil) group. The biochemical testsshowed that the serum concentrations of each of cholesterol (TC),Triglyceride (TG), low densitylipoprotein (LDL-C) was lowered in each of the groups treated with both cinnamon extracts incomparison with the positive groups (infected) throughout the duration (30) days and overcomethe daonil treated group. However the serum high density lipoprotein (HDL-C) level wasincreased in cinnamon extract treated groups and decreased in the control group (infected).The serum concentrations of enzymes (GOT) and (GPT) were measured to test the liver functionafter where their levels were lowered after (30) days in the cinnamon extracts administeredgroups compared with the two other groups, the control (positive) and the Daonil. The Urea andCreatinine levels were measured to determine or test the kidney functions, where it was observedas from the early days of the infection in that animals infected by induced diabetes developedsymptoms of the illness, apparent in the high levels of urine which affected the functions ofkidney, but the long duration (30 days) of treatment with these extracts of cinnamon proved theirefficiency over the control group (positive).

scholarly journals Anti-hyperglycemic Effects of Diacerein in Alloxan-Induced Diabetes Mellitus in Wistar Albino Rats

2020 ◽  
pp. 107-113
Author(s):  
Arsalan Uqaili ◽  
Samia Siddiqui ◽  
Roomi Aijaz ◽  
Yar Muhammad Nizammani ◽  
Navaid Kazi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Treated Group ◽  
Diabetic Control ◽  
Diabetic Rats ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Albino Rats ◽  
Group B ◽  
Group D

Objective: To determine the anti-hyperglycemic effects of interleukin-1 inhibitor (diacerein) in alloxan induced diabetic albino wistar rats. This experimental study was performed at the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Sciences, Sindh Agriculture University, Tando Jam within 6 months from April 2016 to September 2016. Total of 160 adult Albino Wistar Rats having an average of 200 to 300 grams body weights were selected. Animals were categorized into 4 groups as; Group A (n=15): Control rats – receive 0.9% normal saline as placebo Experimental Groups Group B (n=15): Experimental Control (Diabetic rats) - Alloxan50 mg/kg body weight intraperitoneal. Group C (n=15): Diabetic rats + Diacerein (30 mg/kg/day) orally daily. Group D (n=15): Diabetic rats + Diacerein (50 mg/kg/day) orally daily. Animals were kept and treated as per the NIH Guideline for Use and Care of Laboratory Animals. Diabetes mellitus was induced via a single intraperitoneal injection of 50 milligram/kg alloxan monohydrated dissolved in aseptic 0.9% saline. After 72 hours, blood specimens were taken from the caudal vein of the rats and glucose level>200 mg/dL was taken as diabetes. Experimental rats were given diacerein approximately 30 and 50 mg orally for 6 weeks. At the completion of experiment the body weight was measured of each animal by electronic measuring balance and blood sample was taken from each animal of all groups to assess the blood glucose level and HbA1c level. Data were recorded via self-made proforma and analysis was done by using SPSS version 20. Results: Average body weight of Diabetic control (Group B) was 193.33±22.50 grams, which was lower in contrast to Diacerein treated group C 202.47±25.70 grams and significantly lower as compared to Diacerein treated group D as  212.6±23.43 grams. A significant increase in blood glucose levels 182.07±10.63 mg/dl was noted in the Diabetic control (Group B) compared to Diacerein treated group C (110.13± 8.54 mg/dl) and group D (85.87±8.41 mg/dl) (P=0.001). HbA1c was markedly raised in the Group B- diabetic controls, while diacerein treated diabetic rats (groups C and D) showed a significant decrease in HbA1c (P=0.001). Conclusion: It was concluded that Diacerein achieves the Euglycemic state by reducing the levels of blood glucose and glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) in Alloxan-Induced diabetes mellitus in Wistar Albino Rats.

scholarly journals Protective Effect of Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) on Serum Aspartate Aminotransferase and Lactate Dehydrogenase in Isoproterenol Induced Myocardial Injury in Rats

2019 ◽  
Vol 47 (3) ◽  
pp. 13-17
Author(s):  
Sharmin Nahar ◽  
Qazi Shamima Akhter ◽  
Mahmuda Nasrin Shumi ◽  
Noor E Jannat Tanvi ◽  
Nahid Yeasmin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Lactate Dehydrogenase ◽  
Myocardial Injury ◽  
Curcuma Longa ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Final Body Weight ◽  
Serum Aspartate Aminotransferase ◽  
Group A ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Group B

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) emerging as a major health problem in Bangladesh due to increase prevalence of risk factors. Conventional cardioprotective drugs are effective but expensive and associated with a number of side effects. Curcuma longa is an important source of traditional medicine for the prevention and treatment of CVDs. The objective of the study was to evaluate the protective effect of Curcuma longa on isoproterenol induced myocardial injury in rats. This experimental study was carried out in the Department of Physiology, Dhaka Medical College, Dhaka during 2015. Total 21 Wistar albino male rats, aged 85 to 100 days, weighing 100 to 150 g (initial body weight) were selected for the study. After acclimatization for 14 days, the rats were divided into three groups. Group A (base line control group), Group B (isoproterenol treated control group) and Group C (Curcuma longa pretreated and isoproterenol treated group). Each group consisted of 7 rats. On the 10th day of experiment, rats were sacrificed after taking final body weight. Blood samples were collected from the heart. Serum aspartate aminotransferase (AST) level was estimated by Colorimetric method and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) level was estimated by ELISA method. The statistical analysis was done by one way ANOVA and Bonferroni test as applicable.  In this study, the mean initial and final body weight of the rats were almost similar and showed no statistically significant difference among the groups. The mean serum AST and LDH levels were significantly (P<0.001) higher in Group B than those of Group A. Again, these levels were significantly (P<0.001) lower in Group C than those of Group B group. From the results, it can be concluded that Curcuma longa has cardioprotective activity on isoproterenol induced myocardial injury in Wistar albino rats. Bangladesh Med J. 2018 Jan; 47 (3): 13-17

scholarly journals CELECOXIB

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (01) ◽  
pp. 50-57
Author(s):  
Sadia Sundus ◽  
Nazia Qamar ◽  
Raheela Adil ◽  
Muhammad Faisal Fahim
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Relative Weight ◽  
Treated Group ◽  
Renal Tissue ◽  
The Body ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Albino Rats ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
General Architecture

Objective: To observe the absolute, relative weight of kidney and body weightof albino rats on celecoxib induced kidney with protection by lycopene. Study Design:Experimental study. Place and Duration of study: This study was conducted in BMSI (Anatomydepartment), JPMC, Karachi, from 4th May 2015 to 3rd June 2015. Materials and Methods: Fortyhealthy adult, male Albino rats, 90-120 days old, weighing 200-220gm was taken for the study.The rats were divided into 4 groups, Group A was control group, Group B receive Celecoxib 50mg/kg body weight orally, Group C receive Celecoxib 50 mg/kg body weight orally along withlycopene50 mg/kg body weight orally and Group D receive lycopene 50 mg/kg body weightorally for 30 days. At the end of study rats were sacrificed and renal tissue sections were stainedwith hematoxylin and eosin. Results: Markedly decreased weight was observed in rats takingcelecoxib. Slides which were stained with hematoxylin and eosinshowed general architecture ofrenal parenchyma, shape and arrangement of epithelial cells. Apoptosis, hemorrhage, necrosisand vacuolation seen in Celecoxib group, whereas renal architecture were ameliorated andreverted back in celecoxib along with lycopene receiving group. Conclusion: This studyconcludes that lycopene restored the body weight, absolute and relative kidney weight incelecoxib treated group.

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