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Preliminary phytochemical analysis and in vitro anti-helmenthic activity of Achyranthes aspera leaf extract

  • Kamal Hasan
  • , Thangavelu Lakshmi
  • , Thirumalai Kumaran Rathinam
  • Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (Deemed to be University)
  • Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research

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Abstract

Objective: To evaluate the preliminary phytochemical analysis and in vitroAntihelmenthic activity of leaf extract of Achyranthes aspera. Background: Achyranthes aspera is an annual, stiff-erect herb found commonly as a weed throughout India. The leaf ethyl acetate extract showed high larvicidal activity on the tick larvae of Rhipicephalus. It strengthen the liver and kidneys, strengthening muscles, tendons and bones, anti-inflammatory, anti-toxin, urine laxative, normalize menstruation, hemostatic, ease childbirth. Chemical Ingredients includes Akirantin, glokosa, galactose, reilosa, ramnosa, and alkaloids. Hentriakontan, sapogenin, Betaine, ecdysterone, triterpenoid saponins. Methods: Preliminary phytochemical analysis was done by adopting the method of Evans. Antihelmenthic assay is performed by standard protocol. Result: The present study reveals the presence of few secondary metabolites and the extract exhibitspotent Antihelmenthic activity. Conclusion: From the present study it can be concluded that Achyranthes aspera leaf extract possessed marked in vitro Anti helminthic effect.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)397-399
Number of pages3
JournalPharmacognosy Journal
Volume7
Issue number6
DOIs
StatePublished - 2015
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Achyranthes aspera
  • Anti-helmenthic
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Laxative
  • Phytochemical

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