In this study, the hypolipidaemic effect of an aqueous extract of the bark of Helicteres isora was investigated in streptozotocin (STZ)-induced diabetic rats. Administration of the bark extract of Helicteres isora (100 and 200 mg/kgb.w.) for 21 days resulted in significant reduction in serum and
OBJECTIVE
Herbal medicines have good curative effect on certain diseases especially for diabetes mellitus which needs continuous medication throughout the life. Present day allopathic medicines are costlier and having more side effects which could cause severe damages to the vital organs. Hence,
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