A Scientific Study on Pharmacological Action of Peristrophe bicalyculata Nees (Chaksini) in Convulsion Disorder
Abstract
The aqueous extract of “Chaksini” Peristrophe bicalyculata Nees (Acanthaceae) has been used for anti-convulsant activity by the method of Swaziland and Goodman, 1946. The preliminary neuropharmacological screening of the drug was done and Gross Behavior Test, and spontaneous motor tests were carried out.
How to cite this article:
Hoda S, Tafseer MB. A Scientific Study on Pharmacological Action of Peristrophe bicalyculata Nees (Chaksini) in Convulsion Disorder. J Integ Comm Health. 2021;10(1):1-5.
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