Abstract
In the present study the efficacy of OST-6 (OsteoCare), a herbomineral preparation, on bone mineralization in experimental rickets has been evaluated. This was accomplished by feeding pregnant rats and subsequently their pups with vitamin D and calcium deficient (VDCD) with low phosphorus diet. The parameters such as serum and bone mineral contents (calcium and inorganic phosphorus), serum alkaline phosphatase, sex hormones and histology of bone were considered. VDCD resulted in a significant reduction in bone and serum calcium and inorganic phosphorus, increased serum alkaline phosphatase and decreased sex hormones (testosterone in males, progesterone and oestrogen in females). Histologically the bone showed osteodystrophic changes and disproportionate cartilaginous proliferations in the epiphyseal region. Incorporation of OST-6 into feed at 5% concentration resulted in a complete reversal of rickets, which was substantiated by biochemical and histological observations. It has been concluded that OST-6 is useful in the management of rickets in a natural way through herbal resources.
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