Therapeutic potential and pharmacological activities of Atractylodes lancea (Thunb.) DC.
Open Access
- 1 June 2014
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Medknow in Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Medicine
- Vol. 7 (6), 421-428
- https://doi.org/10.1016/s1995-7645(14)60069-9
Abstract
The rhizome of Atractylodes lancea (A. lancea) (Thunb.) DC. (AL) is extensively used in Chinese, Thai, and Japanese traditional medicines as crude extracts/decoctions or a component in various herbal formulations. Various pharmacological activities of AL and its major constituents have been demonstrated in vitro, ex vivo, and in animal models. Results from the toxicity studies in animal models suggest safety profile of AL and its active constituents. Despite extensive use with positive impression in many diseases, there has not been a clinical study that can conclusively support its efficacy and safety profile in human. This review comprehensively summarizes current information on the pharmacological activities of AL and their active constituents including anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antipyretic activities, as well as activities on central nervous, cardiovascular, and gastrointestinal systems.Keywords
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