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Anticonvulsant activity and acute neurotoxic profile of Achyranthes aspera Linn.

Achyranthes aspera Linn. (A. aspera) root powder is used in Indian traditional medicine to manage epilepsy. This study aims to investigate its efficacy. The experimenters conducted a study on rats and found that A. aspera root powder had anticonvulsant effects, reduced the frequency and duration of seizures, and improved memory function. These results suggest that A. aspera may be a promising natural alternative for managing epilepsy. However, further research is needed to confirm and understand its therapeutic mechanisms.

Gawande DY et al (2017).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
28315457