Gastroprotective effects of methanolic extract of kratom leaves on gastric ulcer and reflux esophagitis in rats

Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa (Korth.) Havil.) is a tropical tree indigenous to Thailand. In traditional medicine, it has been used to treat diarrhea, peptic ulcer, stomach ache or gastric upsets. In this study, the protective effects of a methanolic extract of kratom leaves on peptic ulcer models an...

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Main Authors: Somsmorn Chittrakarn, Nisaudah Radenahmad, Sujitra Kaewsara, Wandee Udomuksorn, Niwat Keawpradub, Pimpimol Phukpattaranont
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Prince of Songkla University 2018-04-01
Series:Songklanakarin Journal of Science and Technology (SJST)
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Online Access:http://rdo.psu.ac.th/sjstweb/journal/40-2/40-2-1.pdf