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Artemisia herba-alba: antioxidant capacity and efficacy in preventing chronic arthritis in vivo

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Arthritis is a debilitating condition impacting the quality of life for millions worldwide, characterized by pain and inflammation. Understanding the mechanisms of arthritis and developing effective treatments are crucial. This study investigated the hydroethanolic extract of Artemisia herba-alba for its protective potential against arthritis hallmarks, oxidative stress, and lipid peroxidation in vitro. It also assessed its in vivo anti-arthritic activity. The phytochemical analysis identified various compounds within the extract, with high concentrations of polyphenols and flavonoids. These compounds are associated with numerous health benefits, making A. herba-alba a potential source of valuable phytochemicals. A. herba-alba demonstrated a notable effect in body weight loss, paw edema, and arthritic severity. Histopathological examination revealed structural improvements in bone and muscle tissues, emphasizing its therapeutic potential in managing chronic arthritis. Furthermore, while these findings are promising, further studies are necessary to delve deeper into the mechanisms underlying the observed hematological changes and to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the in vivo results. This research sets the stage for continued exploration, ultimately aiming to unlock the full potential of A. herba-alba in addressing chronic arthritis and enhancing the lives of those affected by this condition.

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  1. Laboratory of Immunology and Biodiversity, Faculty of Sciences Ain Chock, Hassan II University, Maarif, B.P2693, Casablanca, Morocco

    Hicham Wahnou, Martin Ndayambaje, Zaynab Ouadghiri, Salma Benayad, Oumaima Chgari, Abdallah Naya, Younes Zaid & Mounia Oudghiri

  2. Annasr Pathology Center, 24000, El Jadida, Morocco

    Hicham Elattar

  3. Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Rabat, Morocco

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Conceptualization, H.W. and M.O.; methodology, H.W. and M.N.; software, H.W. and O.C.; validation, A.N., Y.Z. and M.O.; writing—original draft preparation, H.W., Z.O., S.B. and M.O.; writing—review and editing, H.E., A.N., Y.Z. and M.O..; visualization, H.W.; supervision, M.O.; project administration, M.O. All authors have read and agreed to the published version of the manuscript.

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Wahnou, H., Ndayambaje, M., Ouadghiri, Z. et al. Artemisia herba-alba: antioxidant capacity and efficacy in preventing chronic arthritis in vivo. Inflammopharmacol (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10787-024-01463-6

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