Research Article

A Picrorhiza kurroa Derivative, Picroliv, Attenuates the Development of Dextran-Sulfate-Sodium-Induced Colitis in Mice

Table 3

Effect of picroliv on MPO activity and the levels of SOD and MDA of colon tissues in mice.

Group SOD
IU/mg protein
MDA
nmol/mg
MPO
IU/mg protein

Control1050.23 ± 3.582.21 ± 0.035.94 ± 1.23
DSS + saline1024.25 ± 2.665.87 ± 1.3335.35 ± 4.68
DSS + picroliv1036.49 ± 2.18*3.89 ± 1.42*16.01 ± 3.34*

Results are expressed as the mean ± SEM.
P < 0.05 versus control group, DSS + saline group.