Comparative efficacy of different antidotes against experimental nitrate intoxication in rabbits

The antidotal efficacy of aqueous garlic extract, methylene blue, and velenium (Vitamin E+sodium selenite) was compared against experimental nitrate intoxication in rabbits. Forty-two, albino rabbits of identical age, gender and body weight were randomly divided into 7 groups (A to G) and subjected to experimental treatments for a period of 40 days. Rabbits of group A were offered only normal feed and served as negative control, while, rabbits of group B constituted the positive control group and received feed supplemented with sodium nitrate at 400 mg/kg body weight.
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Tags: RESEARCH Source Type: research