1-Triacontanol cerotate; isolated from Marsilea quadrifolia Linn. ameliorates reactive oxidative damage in the frontal cortex and hippocampus of chronic epileptic rats.
Researchers investigated the antiepileptic effects of Marsilea quadrifolia Linn. (MQ) in rats by identifying its active component responsible for minimizing oxidative damage in the brain. MQ is traditionally used for insomnia and epileptic disorders in Indian medicine. Results showed that treatment with the active component led to a decrease in oxidative damage and a reduction in epileptic seizures compared to a control group. This study suggests the potential usefulness of MQ in the treatment of epilepsy and highlights the importance of further research on traditional medicinal practices.
- Snehunsu A et al (2015).
- J Ethnopharmacol.
- PubMed:
- 26117530