Sedative Effects of Cassia singueana Root Bark

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  • ,NG
  • ,NG

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https://doi.org/10.18311/jnr/2003/152

Keywords:

Cassia singueana, Sedation.
Therapeutic Drug Monitoring

Abstract

Objective: To investigate the effects of Cassia singueana on the central nervous system in mice. Materials and methods: The effects of methanol extract of Cassia singueana on motor coordination, spontaneous motor activity, pentobarbital sleeping time and exploratory behaviour were evaluated in mice. Results: The extract failed to exhibit activity on motor coordination test, but significantly reduced spontaneous motor activity and exploratory behaviour, and prolonged barbital hypnosis. Conclusion: The extract contains potent neuropharmacological principle with sedative effect.

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Published

2003-06-01

How to Cite

Adzu, B., & Gamaniel, K. S. (2003). Sedative Effects of <I>Cassia singueana</I> Root Bark. Journal of Natural Remedies, 3(2), 134–137. https://doi.org/10.18311/jnr/2003/152

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