Evaluation Of In-Vivo Hepato-Protective Activity of Polyherbal Extract Against Chemically Induced-Hepatotoxic Rats
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Chemically induced hepatotoxicity in rats, also known as drug-induced liver injury (DILI), is a widely used model for studying liver damage caused by various chemicals and drugs. Researchers use this model to understand the mechanisms of hepatotoxicity, develop new therapies, and assess the safety of new drugs before they are tested in humans. Commonly used hepatotoxins in rats include Carbon Tetrachloride (CCl4), Thioacetamide (TAA), Paracetamol (Acetaminophen), D-Galactosamine, and Dimethyl nitrosamine (DMN). Histopathological and biochemical parameters are assessed through examination of liver tissue under a microscope and measurement of liver enzymes and markers in blood samples. The study aims to assess the in-vivo hepato-protective activity of a polyherbal extract against chemically induced-hepatotoxic rats. The objectives include conducting a literature survey, selecting plant material, procuring and authenticating it, preparing a poly-herbal combination, evaluating liver injury caused by hepatotoxic substances, investigating the test compound's ability to protect the liver against hepatotoxicity, comparing its efficacy with known hepato-protectants, and evaluating the safety profile of the test compound or herbal extract in hepatotoxic rats. In Present study, we can conclude that, This formulation preserves the activity of serum marker enzymes, which aids in the healing of hepatic tissue. At the oral dosages examined, the formulation was well tolerated and showed no symptoms of hepato-, reno-, or hematotoxicity, nor any indication of clinical toxicity. These results are confirmed by the findings of our study which is further supported by the histopathological findings. By acute and general toxicities following oral ingestion, we were able to prove that, it is a non-toxic hepatoprotective medication. This Polyherbal extract containing different types of the extract can be a best alternative for treatment of hepatotoxicity.
Author: Mrunali Dhakare*, Dr. Gopal Bihani, Dr. Pavan N. Folane, Dr. Kailash Biyani
Language: English
Subfield: Pharmacology
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6911941301
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