Hepatoprotective role of Azadirachta Indica and Vitamin E in acetaminophen induced liver toxicity in Wistar rats

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (9) ◽  
pp. 2330-2332
Author(s):  
Farheen Hameed ◽  
Muhammad Sajid Khan ◽  
Sana Imran ◽  
Muhammad Adnan Sadiq ◽  
Mohammad Sair ◽  
...  

Aim To study the comparative effect of acetaminophen with aqueous Neem leaf extract (Azadirachta Indica) and vitamin E mediated liver toxicity on the basis of liver enzymes. Methods: A total of sixty (60) Wistar rats of either sex were divided equally into four groups. Each groupwas made up of 15 animals. Group A was the control group. Animals in Group B were treated with a single oral dose of 2 mg / kg b / w Paracetamol. Group C animals with 500 mg / kg b / w oral Neem extract for 15 days with oral administration of 2 mg / kg b / w oral Paracetamol. In Group D, animals received the same dose of Paracetamol and 100 mg / kg b / w intra-peritoneal vitamin E for 15 days, respectively. The liver enzymes ALT,AST, and ALP were then evaluated. Data was analyzed using SPSS Version 20.0 with level of significance being kept at p-value ≤0.05 Results: In the 4 groups, The ALT values were 22.8 (Group A), 100 (Group B), 29.11 (Group C), and 31.16 U/L (Group D). The AST values were 25 (Group A), 40 (Group B), 20 (Group C), and 15 (Group D) U/L. The ALP values were 220 (Group A), 445 (Group B), 242 (Group C), and 244 (Group D) U/L. There was significant increase in liver enzymes were found in Group B after induction of Paracetamol toxicity, however, hepatoprotective effects could be seen in the intervention Group C and D Conclusion: Azadirachta Indica and Vitamin E showed hepatoprotective effects on the Wistar rats that were subjected to Paracetamol Key words: Azadirachta Indicaleaf extract, Vitamin E, Paracetamol, Wistar rats

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (12) ◽  
pp. 3211-3213
Author(s):  
Jawad Mumtaz Sodha ◽  
Aftab Abbasi ◽  
Hina Mawani ◽  
Ghulam Nabi Pathan ◽  
Umair Ali Soomro ◽  
...  

Aim: To study the comparative effect of Acetaminophen induced liver toxicity with aqueous extract of Azadirachta Indica (Neem) and vitamin E on the basis of liver Histopathology. Methods: Sixty Wistar Rats of both sexes were split into four groups. Each group contained 15 animals. The control group was group A, Group B was treated orally with single dose of Paracetamol 2 mg / kg by weight, Group C was administrated orally with aqueous Neem extract 500 mg/kg +2 mg/Kg by weight oral Paracetamol, and Group D was given orally paracetamol+Neem extract+Vitamin E with 100mg/Kg/body weight for 15 days. Rats from all groups were decapitated, the liver was sliced, and liver tissues were taken for histological examination. Tissue samples were fixed in 10% formaldehyde, embedding in paraffin followed by Hematoxylin and Eosin dye (H&E) and observed under 400x magnification with a digital microscope. Results: On Histopathological examination of the rat`s liver in we found that the control group had a normal appearance, colour, and uniform surface without any necrosis. Group B showed severe necrosis and haemorrhagic patches. In comparison, Group C revealed normal appearance, colour, and smooth surface with no necrotic alterations. Livers from the group D looked virtually normal in terms of colour, undersurfaces, and organ weight. However, hepatoprotective effects were observed in the Group C and D. Therefore, we can conclude that Azadirachta indica and Vitamin E could serve as a good medication for defence against liver injury. Conclusion: Our findings showed thatextract of Azadirachta Indica and Vitamin E exhibited hepatoprotective effects on the Wistar rats that were subjected to Acetaminophen. Key words: Azadirachta Indica leaf extract, Vitamin E, hepatoprotective Paracetamol, Wistar rats.


2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 024-030
Author(s):  
Godwin Chinedu Uloneme ◽  
Demian Nnabuihe Ezejindu ◽  
Darlington Cyprian Akukwu ◽  
Amadi Chibundu Chiekezie

Background: The extract of Corchorus olitorius has a reasonable content of vitamins A and C, calcium, iron and fibre, and therefore enjoys a universal application in the treatment of some disease conditions, even as the whole leaf is a very important component of food in so many cultures. Purpose: The study was designed to investigate the effect of Corchorus olitorius extracts on the testis of adult Wistar rats. Method: A total number of thirty two adult Wistar rats weighing between 180 and 200 grammes separated into four groups labeled A,B,C and D respectively were used for the study. Animals in group A which served as the control group were fed with the normal rat chow and water only. The group B rats were administered 100mg/kg body weight of aqueous extract of Corchorus olitorus; while those in group C were administered 500mg/kg body weight of the extract. The group D rats received 1000mg/kg body weight of the extract. For a period of four weeks, the different experimental animal groups received the respective aforementioned treatments once daily, around nine- o’clock in the morning through oral intubation. At the end of the 28 day treatment, the animals were sacrificed and the testes harvested for histological, investigation, and through cardiac puncture, blood samples for some hormonal studies was also collected and investigated using standard laboratory standards. Results: Observations made showed that the extract produced no histological distortions, degenerative or defective effects on the testicular tissues. The testosterone levels of group B, C, and D rats were observed to be significantly higher (P<0.005) than that of the group A (control group).ound: The extract of Corchorus olitorius has a reasonable content of vitamins A and C, calcium, iron and fibre, and therefore enjoys a universal application in the treatment of some disease conditions, even as the whole leaf is a very important component of food in so many cultures. Purpose: The study was designed to investigate the effect of Corchorus olitorius extracts on the testis of adult Wistar rats. Method: A total number of thirty two adult Wistar rats weighing between 180 and 200 grammes separated into four groups labeled A,B,C and D respectively were used for the study. Animals in group A which served as the control group were fed with the normal rat chow and water only. The group B rats were administered 100mg/kg body weight of aqueous extract of Corchorus olitorus; while those in group C were administered 500mg/kg body weight of the extract. The group D rats received 1000mg/kg body weight of the extract. For a period of four weeks, the different experimental animal groups received the respective aforementioned treatments once daily, around nine- o’clock in the morning through oral intubation. At the end of the 28 day treatment, the animals were sacrificed and the testes harvested for histological, investigation, and through cardiac puncture, blood samples for some hormonal studies was also collected and investigated using standard laboratory standards. Results: Observations made showed that the extract produced no histological distortions, degenerative or defective effects on the testicular tissues. The testosterone levels of group B, C, and D rats were observed to be significantly higher (P<0.005) than that of the group A (control group).


2014 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Janet Walangitan ◽  
Lily Loho ◽  
Meilany Durry

Abstract: Cinnamon (Cinnamomum burmannii) is a traditional herbal plants which are often found in our daily life and has many benefits especially in health. This study were designed to know the effect of cinnamon on gastric mucosa given aspirin. This was an experimental research and used Wistar rats as the subject research.  The Wistar rats were randomly divided into 6 mice of control group and 9 mice of treatment group. Group A (K-) given pellets, group B (K+) given pellets and aspirin 150 mg/kgBB for 7 days, group C given pellets, aspirin 150 mg/kgBB and cinnamon extract 3 mg for 3 days, group D given pellets, aspirin 150 mg/kgBB for 7 days and given cinnamon extract 3 mg for 3 days, group E given pellets, aspirin 150 mg/kgBB for 7 days and given pellets only (without treatment) for 3 days. The results showed that aspirin cause gastric mucosa damage in group B (K+) compared with kelompok A (K-). Group C and D showed less inflammatory cells compared with group B (K+). Group E showed more inflammatory cells compared with group D. The study suggested that cinnamon extract has protective and therapeutic effects on gastric mucosa of Wistar rats. Keywords: cinnamon, gaster, aspirin.   Abstrak: Kayu manis (Cinnamomum burmannii) merupakan tanaman herbal tradisional yang banyak dijumpai dalam kehidupan sehari- hari dan memiliki banyak manfaat termasuk dalam bidang kesehatan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakah ada efek pemberian kayu manis terhadap mukosa lambung yang diberi aspirin. Desain Penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode eksperimental dan subjek penelitian menggunakan tikus Wistar, yang terbagi atas 6 ekor kontrol dan 9 ekor perlakuan. Kelompok A (K-) diberikan pelet selama 7 hari, kelompok B (K+) diberikan pelet dan aspirin 150mg/kgBB selama 7 hari, kelompok C diberikan pelet, aspirin 150 mg/kgBB, ekstrak kayu manis 3 mg secara bersama- sama selama 7 hari, kelompok D diberikan pelet dan Aspirin 150 mg/kgBB selama 7 hari dilanjutkan dengan pemberian ekstrak kayu manis 3 mg selama 3 hari, kelompok E diberikan pelet dan Aspirin 150 mg/kgBB selama 7 hari dilanjutkan dengan pemberian pelet saja (tanpa perlakuan) selama 3 hari. Hasilnya menunjukkan aspirin menimbulkan kerusakan mukosa lambung pada kelompok B (K+) dibandingkan dengan kelompok A (K-). Kelompok C dan D menunjukkan sel-sel radang yang lebih sedikit dari kelompok B(kontrol +). Kelompok E menunjukkan sel- sel radang yang lebih banyak dibandingkan dengan kelompok D. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah kayu manis mempunyai efek protektif dan terapeutik terhadap mukosa lambung tikus Wistar. Kata kunci: kayu manis, lambung, aspirin.


2013 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Juita Pasaribu ◽  
Lily Loho ◽  
Poppy Lintong

Abstrak: Gastritis akut merupakan proses inflamasi yang bersifat akut dan biasanya terjadi pada bagian permukaan mukosa lambung. Penyakit ini biasanya disebabkan karena banyak faktor salah satunya yaitu penggunaan asam mefenamat dalam dosis yang berlebihan. Pada penelitian yang telah dilakukan sebelumnya didapatkan bahwa lengkuas dapat mengurangi terjadinya radang akut. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui gambaran histopatologi lambung tikus wistar yang diberikan lengkuas setelah diinduksi dengan asam mefenamat. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode eksperimental dengan sampel 11 ekor tikus wistar yang dibagi dalam 4 kelompok perlakuan. Kelompok A tidak diberikan perlakuan. Kelompok B diberikan asam mefenamat 10 mg selama 7 hari. Kelompok C diberikan asam mefenamat 10 mg selama 7 hari kemudian diberikan perasan lengkuas selama 7 hari. Kelompok D diberikan asam mefenamat 10 mg kemudian tidak diberikan perlakuan selama 7 hari. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa gambaran mikroskopik lambung tikus wistar pada kelompok C terdapat sel-sel radang PMN yang lebih sedikit dibandingkan dengan kelompok B dan D. Simpulan: lengkuas dapat mengurangi sel-sel radang PMN pada mukosa lambung yang diberikan dengan asam mefenamat. Kata kunci: Lengkuas, Asam Mefenamat, Gastritis akut.   Abstract : acute gastritis is an acute inflammatory process normally occurring in the mucosal lining of the stomach. This disease is caused by a variety of factors, one of which is the use of mefenamat acid in large doses. Previous research has revealed that galangal can be used to reduce acute inflammation. The objective of this research was to reveal the histopathological pictures of stomach of wistar rats that treatment with galangal after induce by mefenamat acid. This study is an experimental, employing 11 wistar rats which were assigned for four treatment groups. Group A was the control group in which the rats received no treatment. Rats in group B were administered mefenamat acid 10 mg for 7 days. In group C, the rats were also administered mefenamat acid 10 mg for 7 days and then received galangal distillation for 7 days. In group D, rats were administered mefenamat acid 10 mg for 7 days and then for 7 days without receiving anymore mefenamat acid or galangal distillation. Results showed that microscopic pictures of stomach of wistar rats in group C were presented with PMN inflammatory cells fewer than rats in group B and D. Conclusion: galangal can reduce PMN inflammatory cells in mucosal lining of the stomach exposed to mefenamat acid. Key words: galangal, mefenamat acid,  acute gastritis.


Author(s):  
O. D. Omotoso ◽  
S. A. Adelakun ◽  
O. O. Oyewo ◽  
B. T. Adediran

Background: Cadmium is a human carcinogen element and one of the most toxic pollutants in the environment. Present study aims at histomorphological study of some of the effects of Moringa oleifera oil and cashew (Anarcardium occidentale) nuts oil on Cadmium-induced liver damage in wistar rats. Methods: Thirty-five Wistar rats (80-180 g) were randomly selected and divided into seven groups of five rats each after acclimatization for two weeks. Group A which served as control received phosphate buffer, Group B received Cadmium only (3.5 mg/kg body weight). Group C received Vitamin C and Vitamin E; Group D received Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Cadmium. Group E received Cadmium and Moringa oleifera oil, Group F received Cadmium and Cashew nut oil and Group G received Cadmium (3.5 mg/kg body weight) and Moringa oleifera oil and Cashew (Anarcardium occidentale) nut oil. Results: Histological examination revealed normal histo-architecture of the liver, the central vein and the hepatocytes were seen clearly and there was orderly arrangement of the hepatocytes in Group A (control group). In group B, there was enlarged portal vein and there was distorted arrangement of the hepatocytes. In group C, the hepatocytes and the central vein were seen. In group D, the central vein and hepatocytes were seen though not orderly arranged. In groups E, F and G, there was restoration of the hepatocytes and the central vein was seen. Conclusion: This therefore suggests that Moringa oleifera oil and Cashew (Anarcardium occidentale) nut oil have ameliorative effects which led to the restoration of the damaged and distorted hepatocytes.


2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (5) ◽  
pp. 81-86 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aniekan I Peter ◽  
Inocent A Edagha

Background: Efavirenz is a drug used in combination as highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) used for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).Aims and Objectives: To investigate the effects of Efavirenz and vitamin E on the histopathology and biochemical parameters in the liver of Wistar rats.Materials and Methods: Twenty five Wistar rats were divided into fi ve groups. Group A were administered with 1 ml of distil water; group B animals were administered with 8.57 mg/kg Efavirenz, group C were administered with 17.14 mg/kg Efavirenz; group D were administered with 8.57 mg/kg, Efavirenz and 14.82 mg/kg Vitamin E, and group E were administered with 14.82 mg/kg Vitamin E for 32 days. On day 33, the rats were sacrificed using chloroform inhalation method. The liver were excised, routinely processed, stained using haematoxylin and eosin method, and viewed in DPX medium under light microscope. Blood samples from the rats were collected and then centrifuged after 30 minutes to obtain the serum for analysis of aspartate amino transaminase (AST), alanine amino transaminase (ALT), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), and total bilirubin (TB).Results: The liver of Wistar rats administered with Efavirenz, showed distortions with various degree of vacoulations, dilatation of sinusoidal spaces and nuclei pyknoctic changes. In the group where Efavirenz was combined with vitamin E this changes were ameliorated. This also agreed with the biochemical changes which showed significant levels of increase in AST and ALT in Efavirenz groups, this changes were also ameliorated in the group that Efavirenz was combined with vitamin E.Conclusion: Efavirenz administration can damage the liver, vitamin E can ameliorate this effect, therefore Vitamin E should be prescribed for patients on Efavirenz administration.Asian Journal of Medical Sciences Vol.7(5) 2016 81-86


2007 ◽  
Vol 51 (3) ◽  
pp. 1022-1027 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kerstin Pfister ◽  
Dago Mazur ◽  
Jürgen Vormann ◽  
Ralf Stahlmann

ABSTRACT Quinolone-induced chondrotoxicity in juvenile rats and multiple other species has been demonstrated previously. Identical damages can be induced in immature rats by feeding them a magnesium-deficient diet. The objective of the present study was to investigate whether, in reverse, oral supplementation with magnesium, vitamin E, or both can diminish the typical quinolone-induced arthropathy in juvenile Wistar rats. Four groups of 12 (6 male, 6 female) 24-day-old Wistar rats were each fed either normal feed (group A), a vitamin E-enriched diet (group B), a magnesium-enriched diet (group C), or a diet enriched with both vitamin E and magnesium (group D) for 10 days. All rats received two subcutaneous ciprofloxacin doses of 600 mg/kg of body weight on postnatal day 32. Two days later, the rats were sacrificed and cartilage samples from knee joints were examined under a light microscope for the presence of typical quinolone-induced joint cartilage lesions. In addition, magnesium, calcium, and vitamin E concentrations in cartilage and plasma were determined. In the samples from rats fed a normal diet (group A), 17 quinolone-induced joint cartilage lesions were observed. In groups fed an enriched diet, the incidence of specific lesions (n) was significantly lower: group B, n = 10 (41% reduction compared to the incidence for group A; P < 0.05); group C, n = 6 (65% reduction; P < 0.01); and group D, n = 3 (82% reduction; P < 0.01). In comparison to the standard diet, diets with magnesium and vitamin E supplementation resulted in significantly higher magnesium and vitamin E concentrations in plasma and articular cartilage. Supplementation with magnesium and vitamin E alone or in combination may relevantly diminish joint cartilage lesions induced by quinolones in immature rats, with an additive effect of combined supplementation. The data further support the proposed pathomechanism of quinolone-induced arthropathy and the crucial role of magnesium in immature joint cartilage.


2013 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anthonio B. Lengkong

Abstract: The plant Selaginella doederleinii is a herbal plant. Its phytochemical content including saponin, flavonoid and alkaloid can function as hepatoprotector. The objective of this study was to reveal the histopathological features of wistar rats induced with CCl4 and administered with water extract of the leaves of Selaginella doederleinii. This study was an experimental research employing 16 wistar rats. The rats were divided into 5 groups. Group A was the control group, whereas the other groups were treated with CCl4 for five days. The differences between these groups were as follows; after treatment with CCl4, rats in group B were terminated, rats in group C were fed with regular pellets, rats in group D were administered with water extract of the leaves of Selaginella doederleinii of 1.6 cc/day, and rats in group E were administered with water extract of  the leaves of Selaginella doederleinii of 3.2 cc/day. Results showed that the histological features of the liver of rats administered with water extract of  the leaves of Selaginella doederleinii for three days after treated with CCl4 exhibit numerous regeneration of liver cells. However, if the administration was prolonged for six days then fatty liver was observed. To conclude, Selaginella doederleinii can improve the histopathological features of the liver of rats induced with CCl4, however if the administration was prolonged then liver damage may occur. Keywords: Selaginella doederleinii, CCl4, histopathological features of the liver of wistar rats.   Abstrak: Tanaman cakar ayam merupakan sediaan herbal. Kandungan yang terdapat didalamnya seperti saponin, flavonoid dan alkaloid berfungsi sebagai hepatoprotektor. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melihat gambaran histopatologik hati tikus wistar yang diinduksi CCl4 dan diberi air rebusan tanaman cakar ayam. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian eksperimental yang menggunakan 16 ekor tikus wistar sebagai sampel. Tikus wistar dibagi dalam 5 kelompok. Kelompok A merupakan kelompok kontrol, sedangkan kelompok lainnya diberi CCl4 selama 5 hari. Perbedaan antara keempat kelompok lainnya yaitu setelah pemberian CCl4 kelompok B langsung diterminasi, kelompok C diberi pakan standart, kelompok D diberi tanaman cakar ayam dosis 1,6 cc/hari, dan kelompok E diberi tanaman cakar ayam dosis 3,2 cc/hari. Kelompok C, D, dan E dilakukan 2 kali terminasi yaitu hari ke-3 dan ke-6. Setelah perlakuan, terminasi dilakukan untuk mengetahui gambaran makroskopis dan mikroskopis hati tikus wistar. Dari hasil pengamatan yang dilakukan, gambaran hati tikus yang diberi air rebusan tanaman cakar ayam selama 3 hari setelah induksi CCl4 menunjukkan banyak regenerasi sel hati, tetapi pada pemberian selama 6 hari gambaran yang terlihat adalah perlemakan hati. Pemberian air rebusan tanaman cakar ayam dapat memperbaiki gambaran histopatologik hati yang diinduksi CCl4dan dalam jangka waktu lebih panjang dapat menyebabkan kerusakan hati. Kata kunci: Tanaman cakar ayam, CCl4, gambaran histopatologik hati tikus wistar.


2018 ◽  
Vol 09 (01) ◽  
pp. 03-07
Author(s):  
Nausheen Adnan ◽  
Uzma Bukhari ◽  
Iffat Raza

Objective: To evaluate weight changes on the liver of male (albino wistar) rats induced by erythromycin. To assess the outcome of aqueous Neem leaf extract on erythromycin induced hepatic injuries. Methodology: Eighty male albino wistar rats were taken randomly and were divided into 4 groups of 20 animals each. Group A as a control group. Group B rats were treated with erythromycin drug. Group C rats were treated with erythromycin along with Aqueous Neem leaves extract. Group D were given only Aqueous Neem leaves extract. Body weight of animals was recorded initially and also after experimentation. After 14 days animals were sacrificed, liver weight was also recorded. Results: The liver of erythromycin treated animals group B were little bigger in size and more reddish. However erythromycin plus Neem treated animals of group C livers were almost like liver of control group A and only Neem given group D animals, liver were exactly same appearance like control group A.Rise in absolute and relative weight of liver was because of drug toxicity. Conclusion: Its established from this recent study that Aqueous Neem leaves extract being a powerful antioxidant, decreased oxidative stress and hepatic injury caused by erythromycin.


Author(s):  
A. E. Anyabolu ◽  
D. N. Ezejindu ◽  
B. N. Obinwa

The organophosphate, dichlorvous (Otapia-pia) formulated in varying concentrations as insecticides is utilized by several individuals in most remote places of Nigeria due to its affordable value and accessibility. However, this present study is conducted to investigate the adverse effect of the exposure of this substance on the respiratory system (lungs) of male albino wistar rats. Twenty (20) albino wistar rats comprising of all males weighing between 150-230g were divided into four groups (A-D) of five animals each. Group A received only water, feed, and served as the control. Group B was exposed to dichlorvous inhalation 3hrs daily for a period of two weeks; Group C was exposed to dichlorvous inhalation 6hrs daily for a period of two weeks; while Group D was exposed to dichlorvous inhalation 10hrs daily for a period of two weeks. Twenty four hours after the last exposure, the animals were sacrificed by cervical dislocation and dissected. The lungs were weighed and fixed in 10% formal saline for histological studies. The body weight of the experimental groups decreased insignificantly when compared with the control group. The lungs weight increased significantly when compared to the control groups. Histological observation revealed a moderate to severe effects on the lungs with severe consolidated inflammatory exudates (discharge of fluids from pores), a moderate intra-alveoli hemorrhage, and a severe dilation of alveolar septa which is evident as emphysematous changes. This result revealed that the exposure to dichlorvous causes distortion of the normal histological architecture of the lungs. Thus, showing that dichlorvous inhalation influences the normal physiologic mechanisms of the lungs.


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