Microscopic Evaluation of the Use of a Combination of Vitamin C and Activated Charcoal as Ameliorating Agent against Paraquat-induced Hepatotoxicity
Tobias Peter Pwajok Choji, Samuel Ifedioranma Ogenyi, Kizito Peter Jugu, Calistus Gyang Nyam, Lovelyn Peter Unubi, Linus Koomnoe Biringmiap, Mada Umoru Alesa, Lot Emmanuel Logyang & Ejeatuluchukwu Obi · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2026
Background: Paraquat is a highly toxic, non-selective herbicide that induces severe oxidative stress and multiorgan damage, particularly affecting the liver, lungs, and kidneys, with high mortality in cases of acute poisoning. Owing to the lack of a specific antidote, antioxidant...
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10.9734/jalsi/2026/v29i2759