Table. 2. Effect of ECA on the body weights of the rats in the experimental groups.
| Group | Initial body weight (g) | Final body weight (g) | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NC | 241.9 ± 0.7 | 263.4 ± 0.9 | 8.9 |
| DC | 242.7 ± 1.4 | 233.8 ± 0.7 | -3.7* |
| MET-180 | 260.0 ± 2.9 | 291.9 ± 8 | 12.3*,† |
| ECA-150 | 264.3 ± 1.3 | 287.9 ± 9.1 | 8.9† |
| ECA-300 | 236.9 ± 8.3 | 237.4 ± 1.4 | 0.2* |
Results are represented as mean ± SEM. (*) and (†) indicate statistical significance (P < 0.05) in comparison with the NC and the DC, respectively. ECA, extract of Cassia abbreviata; NC, normal; DC, diabetic; MET, metformin; SEM, standard errors of the means.