Research Article

Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Emblica officinalis in Rodent Models of Acute and Chronic Inflammation: Involvement of Possible Mechanisms

Table 2

Effect of HAEEO on cotton pellet-induced granuloma in rats.

GroupWeight of cotton pellet granuloma (mg)Protection percentage

Control (vehicle treated)53.81 ± 1.94
Positive control (indomethacin 10 mg kg−1)18.96 ± 2.18a64.76
HAEEO (300 mg kg−1)35.23 ± 1.48a34.52
HAEEO (500 mg kg−1)30.30 ± 0.94a43.69
HAEEO (700 mg kg−1)25.63 ± 1.29a52.36

Each value represents the mean ± S.E.M. ( = 6). aP < 0.001 compared to control. HAEEO: hydroalcoholic extract of Emblica officinalis.