Sacha Inchi (Plukenetia volubilis L.) powder: acute toxicity, 90 days oral toxicity study and micronucleus assay in rodents

• Published in: Journal of pharmacy & pharmacognosy research Vol. 6; no. 1; pp. 17 - 26
• Main Authors: Rodeiro, Idania, Remirez, Diadelis, Flores, Diana
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: GarVal Editorial Ltda 01.01.2018
• Subjects: acute toxicity; micronucleus assay; Sacha Inchi; subchronic toxicity; toxicological studies

Context: Sacha Inchi has been consumed for years by indigenous peoples. Meanwhile, its toxicological potential has not been sufficiently studied. Aims: To assess the acute, sub-chronic toxicity and genotoxicity evaluation of Sacha Inchi powder obtained from Plukenetia volubilis L. Methods: A dose of...