Mouse foot-pad studies with M. leprae--effect of desoxy fructo serotonin (DFS) and related compounds.
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1985-04-01
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Mouse foot-pad experiments were carried out to study the effects of DFS and related compounds on the multiplication of M. leprae. Of the 25 cases clinically suspected Dapsone resistance, 8 were found resistant and 14 sensitive to Dapsone by mouse foot-pad experiments. Six were resistant to DFS and 16 were sensitive. Desoxy fructo 5-hydroxy tryptophane as well as Nutrition Antileprosy (NAL) diet were also found effective in suppressing the growth of M. leprae in mouse foot-pad. Of the two liposoluble derivatives of DFS tested (DFS LS-I and DFS LS-II), DFS LS-II was found more effective in suppressing the growth of M. leprae in foot-pads of mice.
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Balakrishnan S, Mester L, Venkataramaniah HN, Bhatia VN. Mouse foot-pad studies with M. leprae--effect of desoxy fructo serotonin (DFS) and related compounds. Indian Journal of Leprosy. 1985 Apr-Jun; 57(2): 323-8