Table 5.
Effect of topical application of 80% methanol leaf extract of Verbascum sinaiticum on breaking strength in an incision wound model.
| Group | Breaking strength (g) | % Tensile strength |
|---|---|---|
| Left untreated | 397.5 ± 0.42 | — |
| BO | 485.6 ± 0.42 | 22.16 |
| NFO (0.02%) | 787.5 ± 51.53a3,b3 | 76.1 |
| 5% extract ointment | 900.0 ± 40.8a3b3c1 | 85.6 |
| 10% extract ointment | 850.0 ± 106.06a3b3 | 75.2 |
Values are expressed as mean ± S.E.M (n = 6). All superscripts indicate significance. acompared to control group, bcompared to untreated group, ccompared to the standard drug; 1 p < 0.05, 3 = p < 0.001; BO = base ointment; NFO = nitrofurazone ointment.