Potentiation of uterine stimulatory action of Adenia globosa Engl. by oxytocin in vitro.
The effect of acqueous extract of the tuber of Adenia globosa on the isolated preparation of the rat uterus was determined. The crude drug caused a dose-dependent contraction of the tissue preparation. This action was enhanced by a small dose of oxytocin. The results are discussed in relation to the traditional uses of this plant.
Sinei
Kipruto A.
KA
Department of Pharmacy, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, P.O. Box 19676, Nairobi, Kenya.
Mwangi
Julius W.
JW
Achola
Kenneth J.
KJ
Munenge
Rahab W.
RW
Mwaura
Amos M.
AM