Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Abutilon indicum Linn. Leaf

The present study reveal that the ethanolic and aqueous extracts of Abutilon indicum Leaf using two different doses of each extract in acute (Carrageenin induced hind paw edema) and subacute (Formaldehyde induced hind paw edema) inflammation induced in rats, p.o. administration. In acute inflammation the % protection AIE 300 mg/kg -64.04% and 100 mg/kg -59.55%, while AIA 300 mg/kg -46.66% and 100 mg/kg -32.88%. In Subacute inflammation the % protection in 3^rd h are AIE 300 mg/kg -86% and 100 mg/kg -68%, while AIA 300 mg/kg -68% and 100 mg/kg -44%.The % protection of both the extracts shows Abutilon indicum possess potent anti-inflammatory activity and it significantly reduces inflammation.