Antiviral Activity of the Fruit Extract of Cucumis metuliferus E. Meye (Curcubitaceae) in Chicks

2 Abstract: Aim of Study: Antiviral property of the alkaloidal components of fruit extract of Cucumis metuliferus E. Meye (100-600 mg/kg) was evaluated in chicks infected with newcastle disease. Materials and Method: The alkaloidal component of the fruit extract was investigated for antiviral properties in chicks. The birds were infected with a virulent strain of newcastle disease virus and the following were examined: physical signs of clinical...