Protective Effects of Homeopathic Arsenic Trioxide in Mice
Author Information
Author(s): Pathikrit Banerjee, Soumya Sundar Bhattacharyya, Surajit Pathak, Naoual Boujedaini, Philippe Belon, Anisur Rahman Khuda-Bukhsh
Primary Institution: University of Kalyani
Hypothesis
Can microdoses of ultra-high diluted arsenic trioxide provide hepatoprotective effects in mice subjected to arsenic poisoning?
Conclusion
The study found that Arsenicum Album-200C showed protective effects against liver damage caused by arsenic trioxide in mice.
Supporting Evidence
- Arsenic intoxicated mice showed significant liver damage.
- Administration of Ars Alb-200C improved liver enzyme levels.
- Positive changes in blood glucose and hormone levels were observed in drug-fed mice.
Takeaway
This study shows that a tiny amount of a homeopathic remedy can help protect mice from the bad effects of arsenic.
Methodology
Mice were divided into groups receiving different treatments, and various toxicity biomarkers were measured over time.
Limitations
The study was conducted on mice, and further clinical trials are needed to validate the findings in humans.
Participant Demographics
Thirty-six healthy adult Swiss albino mice of both sexes, weighing 30–40 g.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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