Abstract Background Spices are considered as sexual invigorators in the Unani System of Medicine.In order to explore the sexual function improving effect of Myristica fragrans Houtt.(nutmeg) and Syzygium aromaticum (L) Merr.& Perry.
(clove) an experimental study was conducted in normal male mice.Methods The extracts (50% ethanolic) Shorts of nutmeg and clove were administered (500 mg/kg; p.o.) to different groups of male Swiss mice.
Mounting behaviour, mating performance, and general short term toxicity of the test drugs were determined and compared with the standard drug Penegra (Sildenafil citrate).Results The extracts of the nutmeg and clove were found to stimulate the mounting behaviour of male mice, and also to significantly increase their mating performance.The drugs were devoid of any conspicuous general short term toxicity.Conclusion The extracts (50% School Supplies, Office Organization, Document Organization and Protection, Sheet Protectors ethanolic) of nutmeg and clove enhanced the sexual behaviour of male mice.