Evaluation of the Anti-schistosomal Effects of Turmeric (Curcuma longa) Versus Praziquantel in Schistosoma mansoni Infected Mice

Background: Curcumin is the major active ingredient of Curcuma longa L., traditionally known as turmeric and has been shown to exhibit a wide range of pharmacological activities including anti-parasitic effect. However, it is found to be water-insoluble and has low bioavailability. The aim of this...

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Main Authors: Atef HUSSEIN, Samia RASHED, Ibrahim El HAYAWAN, Rabab El-SAYED, Hemat ALI
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Tehran University of Medical Sciences 2017-12-01
Series:Iranian Journal of Parasitology
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Online Access:https://ijpa.tums.ac.ir/index.php/ijpa/article/view/1933