The antidiabetic effects of ethnanol bulb extract of Discorea bulbifera in alloxan-induced diabetic Wistar rats

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  • Eke DO, Akuodor GC, Ofor CC, Ofonakara U, Akpan JL Enendu AC, Nwodo ES, Anele DO, Nweke DHN Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48047/ez0c1m46

Keywords:

Dioscorea bulbifera; Diabetes; Haematological parameters; Kidney indices; Liver indices; Rats

Abstract

Objectives: Diabetes Mellitus, as one of the major diseases affecting human population all over the world has caused significant morbidity and mortality. The management of this condition has raised the demand for safe and costeffective remedial measures due to several side effects associated with the present use of modern medicines. Thus, it is crucial to explore other options  for diabetes management such as the use of medicinal plants. 

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Published

2025-12-30

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Vol. 54 No. 5 (2025): Year 2025 ,Volume 54 Issue 5

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Original

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The antidiabetic effects of ethnanol bulb extract of Discorea bulbifera in alloxan-induced diabetic Wistar rats (Eke DO, Akuodor GC, Ofor CC, Ofonakara U, Akpan JL Enendu AC, Nwodo ES, Anele DO, Nweke DHN , Trans.). (2025). Cuestiones De Fisioterapia, 54(5), 5178-5198. https://doi.org/10.48047/ez0c1m46