In this study, scientists looked at how a plant extract from ephedra can help protect the liver from damage caused by a medication called cisplatin in rats. They gave different doses of the ephedra extract to rats with liver injury from cisplatin and checked their weight and blood for liver health markers. The rats that got the ephedra extract had better weight, lower liver enzyme levels, and higher levels of beneficial compounds in their livers compared to rats that didn't get the extract. The results suggest that ephedra extract can be helpful in preventing liver damage caused by cisplatin.

Key Point: Ephedra water extract may guard the liver against injury from cisplatin in rats.