Antidiabetic activity of Hydroalcoholic extract of Epiphyllum oxypetalum (Nishagandhi) leaf extract on Alloxan induced Diabetes Mellitus in Rats

Background

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by persistent hyperglycaemia resulting from impaired insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. It is associated with disturbances in carbohydrate, protein, and lipid metabolism. Epiphyllum oxypetalum, commonly known as “Bakawali” or “Bunga Raja,” belongs to the family Cactaceae and is traditionally used in Malay medicine.

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