Table 2 Inhibitory effect of arguta-solution on TPA-induced inflammation of mouse ears by surface treatment. Mouse ear weight is expressed as mean ± standard deviation
Group | Topical treatment 1 | Topical treatment 2 | No. of ear | Average weight of ear punch (mg) | Inhibition % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 66 % Acetone | TPA | 12 | 18.00 ± 1.08 | 0 |
2 | Arguta-solution (x1) | TPA | 12 | 14.55 ± 0.86* | 29.5 |
3 | Arguta-solution (x3) | TPA | 12 | 12.37 ± 1.16* | 48.2 |
4 | 66 % Acetone | Acetone | 4 | 6.31 ± 0.26 |  |
5 | Arguta-solution (x3) | Acetone | 4 | 6.70 ± 0.44 |  |