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To evaluate the effect of a hydroethanolic extract of L. ("bitter melon", Cucurbitaceae) leaves (MCHA) on ovalbumin (OVA)-induced asthma model. Balb/c mice were sensitized twice and challenged for 4 alternate days with OVA and then treated with MCHA (500 mg/kg) for 7 consecutive days. Control groups received treatment with normal saline or dexamethasone (2 mg/kg) on the same day. We assessed bronchial hyperresponsiveness and inflammation and mucus production in bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), lung homogenates, and lung tissue. MCHA si