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Research Article

Neuronal protective effect of Songling Xuemaikang capsules alone and in combination with carbamazepine on epilepsy in kainic acid-kindled rats

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Pages 21-27 | Received 11 May 2018, Accepted 12 Dec 2018, Published online: 06 Feb 2019

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