Anti-diabetic activity of leaf extract of Tridax procumbens
Abstract
important objective of such a study is to bring the anti-diabetic medicinal plants sector on a fi rm scientifi c footing, raise awareness and add value to the resource. Dried aqueous, alcoholic, and petroleum ether (60-80°C) extracts of leaves of Tridax procumbens were subjected for hypoglycaemic activity in Wistar rats (150-200 g). Blood sugar level was determined using digital glucometer. Th e oral administration of leaf extracts at doses of 200 mg kg−1 lead to a signifi cant blood glucose reduction. Th is laid the foundation to study the active compounds of such anti-diabetic plants that are responsible for the hypoglycemic activities. It also proves the traditional
claim of Mandesh region with regard to Tridax procumbens for its anti-diabetic activity.
Key words: Alloxan-induced diabetes, hypoglycaemic activity, Tridax procumbens
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.22377/ijgp.v2i2.46
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