Antiepileptic Potential of Justicia insularis Leaf Extract in Swiss Mice

Epilepsy is a prevalent neurological condition characterized by repetitive seizures, necessitating the exploration of efficacious treatments. Justicia insularis, a plant with a historical use in treating convulsions and epilepsy, has garnered attention as a potential antiepileptic agent. This study aimed to investigate the antiepileptic properties of Justicia insularis leaf extract, focusing on generated seizure models in mice. The analysis of variance (ANOVA), specifically one-way ANOVA, was utilized to assess the statistical significance of the data. Seizure models were employed to evaluate the antiepileptic effects of Justicia insularis leaf extract. The p-values obtained from the one-way ANOVA were significant, with values of ap<0.005, bp<0.01, and cp<0.001. These results suggest the statistical significance of the observed effects in the seizure models. This study provides valuable insights into the therapeutic potential of Justicia insularis leaf extract as a treatment for epilepsy. The significant findings underscore the importance of further research into the use of natural medicines for managing epilepsy, potentially offering new avenues for treatment.

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Biology Medicine & Natural Product Chemistry
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2024-08-08
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https://doi.org/10.14421/biomedich.2024.131.271-275
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Pharmacological Effects and Toxicity Studies
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Antiepileptic Potential of Justicia insularis Leaf Extract in Swiss Mice

Uduak Peter Ise, Michael Chuks Nnumolu, Nancy Elkanah, Jude Effiom Okokon
Biology Medicine & Natural Product Chemistry
Pharmacological Effects and Toxicity Studies
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Antiepileptic Potential of Justicia insularis Leaf Extract in Swiss Mice

Uduak Peter Ise, Michael Chuks Nnumolu, Nancy Elkanah, Jude Effiom Okokon
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Abstract

Epilepsy is a prevalent neurological condition characterized by repetitive seizures, necessitating the exploration of efficacious treatments. Justicia insularis, a plant with a historical use in treating convulsions and epilepsy, has garnered attention as a potential antiepileptic agent. This study aimed to investigate the antiepileptic properties of Justicia insularis leaf extract, focusing on generated seizure models in mice. The analysis of variance (ANOVA), specifically one-way ANOVA, was utilized to assess the statistical significance of the data. Seizure models were employed to evaluate the antiepileptic effects of Justicia insularis leaf extract. The p-values obtained from the one-way ANOVA were significant, with values of ap<0.005, bp<0.01, and cp<0.001. These results suggest the statistical significance of the observed effects in the seizure models. This study provides valuable insights into the therapeutic potential of Justicia insularis leaf extract as a treatment for epilepsy. The significant findings underscore the importance of further research into the use of natural medicines for managing epilepsy, potentially offering new avenues for treatment.

Biology Medicine & Natural Product ChemistryVol. 13(1)
Bingham University (NG), University of Uyo (NG)
Openalex Percentile: Top 73%
Pharmacological Effects and Toxicity Studies
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