IN-VITRO STUDIES ON EFFICACY OF SOME ETHNOMEDICINAL PLANTS AGAINST ASCARIDIA GALLI

摘要

Ascaridia galli is responsible for considerable economic losses in the form of retarded growth and lowered egg production. Often, the parasites are present in the host in such a large number that it causes almost complete obstruction of the bowel. Forthe management of this disease, many drugs are available but indiscriminate use of these results in development of resistance in birds. Therefore, search for the newer compounds is always there. The medicinal plants may offer an answer to the problem of drug resistance, as they are natural as well as eco friendly. WHO has recommended to all the member countries to actively promote native medicines and also to initiate steps to conserve and cultivate medicinal plants (Dalai, 1992).