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The aim of the present study was to evaluate the phyto-chemical investigation and anthelmintic activity of methanolic and aqueous extract of leaves of Carica papaya linn using Pheretima posthuma. The time of colour change, length, thickness, paralysis and time of death were studied and the activity was compared with diethyl carbamazine as reference standard. The methonol and aqueous extract of leaves of Carica papaya shows significant anthelmintic activity as evidenced by decreased paralyzing time and death time. The results concluded that the use of Carica papaya leaves possess potent anthelmintic agent. KEYWORDS: Anthelmintic activity, Pheretima posthuma, Diethyl carbamazine, Carica papaya leaves, Methonolic extract of Carica papaya leaves, Aqueous extract of Carica papaya leaves. |
