Table 2 Anti-tussive activity of the ethanol extract of M. punicea in sulfur dioxide -induced coughing of mice
Group | Dose (mg/kg) | Number of coughs | Inhibition (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Control | -- | 107.71 ± 29.06 | -- |
EEM | 500 i.p. | 15.71 ± 9.81** | 85.41 |
250 i.p. | 30.14 ± 16.58** | 72.02 | |
125 i.p. | 67.57 ± 19.26 | 37.27 | |
Codeine phosphate | 20 i.p. | 19.58 ± 7.82** | 81.82 |