STUDIES ON PROSTRATE GLAND OF RATS FOLLOWING ADMINISTRATION OF TRAMADOL HCL AND MILK

Student: Naomi Chiemela Amaechi
Supervisor: Dr Ubi E Isaac
HOD: Dr Rademene S Oria
Department of Anatomy
Basic Medical Sciences
University of Cross River State, Calabar

Abstract

The prostate gland plays a crucial role in male reproductive health and its function can be influenced by various pharmacological agents and dietary factors. Tramadol HCI, a commonly prescribed analgesic, is known to have diverse effects on the body, including potential impacts on hormonal regulation and organ function. Additionally, milk, as a dietary component, contains various nutrients that may modulate physiological responses. The aim of this study was to investigate the prostate gland of rats following administration of Tramadol HCL and Milk. Twenty albino rats were divided into five groups containing five animals from group A to group E. Group A: normal control was given distilled water, Group B: administered tramadol 10mg/kg for high dose, Group C: received 12 grams-0.3mL for each rats, Group D: administered tramadol 0.2mL and milk 0.2mL for each rats and Group E: administered tramadol Smg/kg for low dose. All administration lasted for twenty-one (21) days, chronic consumption of tramadol HCL on the male reproductive system have revolved around testicular oxidative stress as the mediator of reproductive toxicity. tramadol HCL may have detrimental effects on the prostate gland, including increased risk of prostate problems, hormonal imbalance, inflammation and oxidative stress. Processed milk may have protective effect on the prostate gland, including regulating hormonal balances, reducing oxidative stress and inflammation, and potential even exhibiting anti-cancer properties.

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