Preliminary Phytochemical Screening and Antispasmodic Activity of Artemisia macrocephala Jacquem
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Preliminary Phytochemical Screening and Antispasmodic Activity of Artemisia macrocephala Jacquem
The current work describes the antispasmodic action of Artemisia macrocephala, which is achieved via blocking of the calcium channels. This explains its traditional use as an antispasmodic.The crude methanolic extract of A. macrocephala was studied for possible relaxant effect(s) on spontaneous rabbits' jejunum preparations. Analytical-grade chemicals were used in the experimental protocols. A....
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عنوان ژورنال: Journal of Young Pharmacists
سال: 2011
ISSN: 0975-1483
DOI: 10.4103/0975-1483.80300