Table 5 Effect of G. sylvestre leaf extracts on aspirin induced gastric ulcer in mice
Group | Treatment | Quantal ulcer incidence | Ulcer index | % protection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
I | Control | 6/6 | 9.7 ± 0.03 | -- |
II | Omeprazole- 20 mg/kg | 6/6 | 3.5 ± 0.01 | 72% |
III | 50 mg/kg as extract | 6/6 | 6.2 ± 0.05 | 44% |
IV | 100 mg/ kg as extract | 6/6 | 5.9 ± 0.05 | 56% |
V | 150 mg/kg as extract | 6/6 | 2.1 ± 0.02* | 89% |
VI | 200 mg/kg as extract | 6/6 | 0.5 ± 0.07* | 100% |