Evaluation of the acid-neutralizing and cytotoxicity properties of novel plant mucilage used as an alternative treatment for peptic ulcers and as antacids in Namibia
Hypersecretion of gastric acid damages the stomach lining, causing the formation of peptic ulcers. Mucilage from medicinal plants offers a relaxing and soothing effect to the endodermal lining of the gut and has antacid properties, which can protect the mucosal lining from gastric acidity. This is...
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| Language: | English |
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Universidade Estadual de Maringá
2023-04-01
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| Series: | Acta Scientiarum: Biological Sciences |
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| Online Access: | https://ojs.uem.br/ojs/index.php/ActaSciBiolSci/article/view/64407 |