Antioxidant and Hepatoprotective Potential of Phenol-Rich Fraction of <i>Juniperus communis</i> Linn. Leaves.

Abstract

Phenol-rich fraction (PRF) and other fractions/extract of <i>Juniperus communis</i> leaves were screened for antioxidant, cytotoxic, and hepatoprotective activity.Significant antioxidant and hepatoprotective activity without any cytotoxicity were found while treating with ethyl acetate fraction (EAF). <b>Abbreviations used:</b> HepG2: Liver hepatocellular carcinoma, BHT: Butylated hydroxytoluene, PCM: Paracetamol, IC50: Half maximal inhibitory concentration, RSA: Radical Scavenging Activity, WST: Water-soluble tetrazolium.