A fraction (MG1) obtained from the ethanolic extract of Mikania glomerata Sprengel (Compositae), popularly known as 'guaco' and used as 'an' anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory agent, was evaluated for these properties on ovalbumin-induced allergic pleurisy and in models of local inflammation
The leaves of guaco (Mikania glomerata and M. laevigata) are widely used for the treatment of asthma and bronchitis. An LC method for the quantification of coumarin and O-coumaric acid in medicinal extracts was developed and validated for linearity, limit of detection, accuracy, precision, as well
Mikania glomerata Sprengel, popularly known as "guaco," is used in Brazilian folk medicine for several inflammatory and allergic conditions. Besides, the popular use "guaco" is indicated by the Brazilian Ministry of Health as a safe and effective herbal medicine. The
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