Narges Marefati
Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
[ 1 ] - The effects of captopril on lipopolysaccharide-induced sickness behaviors in rats
Neuro-immune mediators play an important role in the development of sickness behaviors. In the present study, the effect of captopril on sickness behaviors caused by lipopolysaccharide (LPS) was studied in the rats. The animals were randomized into the following groups: control, sham, 10 mg kg-1 captopril - LPS (Capto 10-LPS), 50 mg kg-1 captopril - LPS (Capto 50-LPS), and...
[ 2 ] - Suppressive Effects of the Aerial Parts of Datura Stramonium L. Extract on Naloxone-Precipitated Morphine Withdrawal Signs in Mice
Background and Objective: Datura stramonium L. is a medicinal herb from the family of Solanaceae. It has been used in herbal remedies for promoting health and treating several diseases. The current study was set up to compare the effects of Datura stramonium L. extract on the naloxone-precipitated opiate-withdrawal in mice. Materials and Methods: Male BALB/c mice (30–35 g, n = 40) were arbitra...