INTRODUCTION: Smoking can affect hormone secretion; some of these effects are associated with important clinical implications. These effects are mainly mediated by the action of nicotine. Curcumin is a well known antioxidant agent. AIM OF THE WORK: To study the protective role of curcumin against nicotine induced toxic effects on the adrenal medulla. METHODS: Thirty adult male mice were used ... Read more

Nicotine is a major toxic component of cigarette smoke. Cigarette smoking alters the levels of endogenous steroid hormones. Curcumin is a well known antioxidant agent. Aim of the Work: To study the protective role of curcumin against nicotine induced toxic effects on the adrenal cortex. Materials and Methods: Thirty adult male mice were used and were divided into three groups ... Read more