Asiaticoside: attenuation of neurotoxicity induced by MPTP in a rat model of Parkinsonism via maintaining redox balance and up-regulating the ratio of Bcl-2/Bax. [electronic resource]
- Pharmacology, biochemistry, and behavior Jan 2012
- 413-8 p. digital
Publication Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
1873-5177
10.1016/j.pbb.2011.09.014 doi
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