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Enhancement of inhibitory neurotransmission and inhibition of excitatory mechanisms underlie the anticonvulsant effects of Mallotus oppositifolius
CONTEXT: Mallotus oppositifolius is a shrub that is used traditionally to treat epilepsy, but its potential has not been scientifically validated. AIMS: This study investigated the anticonvulsant properties and possible mechanism of action of the 70% v/v hydroalcoholic extract of the leaves of M. op...
Autores principales: | Kukuia, Kennedy Kwami Edem, Ameyaw, Elvis Ofori, Woode, Eric, Mante, Priscilla Kolibea, Adongo, Donatus Wewura |
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Formato: | Online Artículo Texto |
Lenguaje: | English |
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Medknow Publications & Media Pvt Ltd
2016
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Acceso en línea: | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4929967/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27413356 http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/0975-7406.183226 |
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