Research Journal of Phytochemistry1819-34712151-6081Science International10.3923/rjphyto.2011.98.106Citrullus colocynthis Methanolic Seed Extract]]>GillN.S. KaurSupreet AroraR. BaliDr. M. 2201152Medicinal plants are the backbone of Traditional systems of medicine throughout the world. They are invaluable, incredible and traditional source for the curing various diseases in the form of medicines. The objective of our present study was to evaluate the antioxidant and antiulcerogenic property of Citrullus colocynthis seeds. The motivation behind this study was to highlight the importance of traditionally consumed seeds as a potent source of bioactive compounds. Phytochemical screening of methanolic seed extract showed the presence of various phytoconstituents that are responsible for pharmacological activities. Antioxidant activity of extract was studied spectrophotometrically by 1, 1-diphenyl-2-picryl hydrazyl and Hydrogen Peroxide free radical scavenging method. 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