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Ancient Science of Life 1988 October ; 8 (2) :106-109
Toxicity Of Semecarpus Anacardium Extract

Abstract
Toxicity by oral route administration of S. anacardium extract with peanut oil was compared against the same extract emulsified with Tween-80 saline. The traditional way of administration with peanut oil was found to be safe and upto 25 mg/kg/day x9 days, increase in weight, RBCs & haemoglobin % was observed without mortality. Same dose with Tween-80 saline was found to have adverse effects regarding all the pharameters with 16.5% mortality. This study support Ayurvedic method of administration for efficacy without toxicity.

DHARA ID: D000233 Pubmed ID: 22557639


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