Table 2.
Effect of the total alkaloids on the ammonia liquor induced cough in mice
| Groups | Dose (mg/kg) | Treatment | Frequency of cough | Inhibition (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Control | – | ig | 23.5 ± 10.3 | – |
| Codeine phosphate | 30 | ig | 9.2 ± 4.1** | 60.9 |
| The total alkaloids | 10 | ig | 16.4 ± 4.8 | 30.2 |
Values expressed as mean ± SEM (n = 10)
** P < 0.01 for comparison of treated groups with control