Abstract

Objective To investigate the protective effct of Panax quinquefolium saponins from steams and leaves(PQS)on focal cerebral ischemia injury in rats and its mechanisms. Methods Wistar rats were randomly divided into sham operation group,model control group,nimodipine group and two PQS groups,in which PQS of 100 and 50 mg/kg was intragastrically administered. Focal cerebral ischemia model was established by middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO)in rats, via string ligation of artetia carotis interna. The content of malondicldehy de(MDA) was determined by thibabituric acid ( TBA ) test, the activity of lactate dehydrogenase ( LDH ), superoxide dismutase (SOD)and the content of lactic acid(LA) were detected by chemical colorimetry test in cerebral tissues. Results PQS( 100,50mg/kg)could significantly decrease the content of LA、MDA and increase the activity of LDH、SOD. Conclusion The protective mechanism of PQS on focal cerebral ischemia injury may be related to reduce acidosis, anti-free radical and resist oxidative damage. Key words: Panax quinquefolium saponins from steams and leave; Cerebral ischemia; Acidosis; Free radical

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