Effects of Cynodon dactylon on Stress-Induced Infertility in Male Rats
2011

Effects of Cynodon dactylon on Stress-Induced Infertility in Male Rats

Sample size: 60 publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Chidrawar VR, Chitme HR, Patel KN, Patel NJ, Racharla VR, Dhoraji NC, Vadalia KR

Primary Institution: Shree H. N. Shukla Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Gujarat, India

Hypothesis

Does Cynodon dactylon help in coping with stress-induced sexual dysfunction in male rats?

Conclusion

Cynodon dactylon has shown a promising effect in overcoming stress-induced sexual dysfunction and improving male fertility.

Supporting Evidence

  • Treatment with Cynodon dactylon significantly improved sexual performance in stressed male rats.
  • Fructose content and sperm concentration were restored in rats treated with Cynodon dactylon.
  • Histopathological examinations showed improved testicular architecture in treated rats.

Takeaway

This study found that a plant called Cynodon dactylon can help male rats with fertility problems caused by stress.

Methodology

The study involved administering different extracts of Cynodon dactylon to male rats subjected to immobilization stress and evaluating their sexual behavior and fertility parameters.

Limitations

The study was conducted on rats, and results may not directly translate to humans.

Participant Demographics

Adult sexually experienced male Wistar albino rats weighing 250–300 g.

Statistical Information

P-Value

p<0.05

Statistical Significance

p<0.05

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.4103/0975-1483.76416

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