Thrombolytic, Membrane Stabilizing and Hypoglycemic Activities of Anethum sowa Linn.

Abstract

The hexane (HE), dichloromethane (DCME), ethyl acetate (EAE) and methanol (ME) extracts of seed
and stem of Anethum sowa were subjected to screenings for thrombolytic, membrane stabilizing and hypoglycemic
activities. Ethyl acetate extract of stem showed highest thrombolytic activity. In addition, the dichloromethane, ethyl
acetate and methanol extract of seed revealed higher percentage (%) of inhibition in hypotonic solution induced
hemolysis. In hypoglycemic activity, the dichloromethane and ethyl acetate extracts of stem and seed displayed
significant blood glucose lowering effect.