In vitro anti-inflammatory activity of aqueous extract of Pithecellobium dulce

Abstract

Aqueous extract of whole plant of Pithecellobium dulce (Family: Fabacia) was assessed for its anti-inflammatory activity by in vitro methods. In vitro anti-inflammatory activity was evaluated using egg albumin denaturation assay, at 10mg concentrations. Diclofenac sodium, used as standard drugs. The results showed Pithecellobium dulce at Leaf, fruit significantly (P 0.05) activity.