[Effect of total triterpenes from Centella asiatica on the depression behavior and concentration of amino acid in forced swimming mice].

OBJECTIVE

To evaluate the antidepressant activity of total triterpenes from Centella asiatica in forced swimming test.

METHODS

Mice were randomly divided into control group, model group and treatment group. The effect of total triterpenes from Centella asiatica on the immobility time in forced swimming mice and concentration of amino acid in mice brain tissue was observed.

RESULTS

Imipramine and total triterpenes from Centella asiatica reduced the immobility time and ameliorated the imbalance of amino acid levels.

CONCLUSIONS

The total triterpenes from Centella asiatica had antidepressant activity.