Advances in research on Curcuma longa
- Received Date: 2003-01-22
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Key words:
- Curcuma longa /
- functionary mechanism /
- pharmacokinetics /
- toxicity /
Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To summarize the advances in research on the pharmacological activity of Curcuma longa in recent years. METHODS: To review the researching papers at home and abroad on the pharmacological activity of Curcuma longa in recent 20 years. RESULTS: The pharmacological activities of Curcuma longa are widely proved in anticancer , anti-inflammation, antibacteria, immunity improvement and the protection of liver, stomach and intestine. CONCLUSION: With the continuous findings and confirmations of the pharmacological activity , Curcuma longa is highly expected to open up a vast range of prospects for anticaneer and the treatment of respiratory and gastroenteric diseases , cutaneous infection and hepatic injuries.
Citation: | LI Xia, WANG Xiao-hua, YANG Bao-hua. Advances in research on Curcuma longa[J]. Journal of Pharmaceutical Practice and Service, 2003, (5): 298-301,307. |