5 citations
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January 2024 in “Advances in Pharmacological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review explored the biological properties of Punica granatum, noting its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activities, and highlighted its potential as a therapeutic agent for various conditions; however, more extensive clinical trials are needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety.
27 citations
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April 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” In this review, Ziziphus lotus was reported to have multiple traditional uses and demonstrated various pharmacological properties in lab and animal studies, with over 181 identified bioactive compounds; however, clinical trials are needed to confirm its efficacy as a medicinal agent.
April 2026 in “Antioxidants” In this study, broccoli sprout extract and sulforaphane were found to reduce cell viability, suppress growth, and induce apoptosis in breast cancer cells, and oral broccoli sprout extract inhibited tumor growth in animal models, suggesting it may be effective in managing breast cancer.
5 citations
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January 2024 in “Egyptian Dental Journal /Egyptian Dental Journal” This study discusses various anti-cancer therapies, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy, emphasizing the challenges in classifying these medications due to their diverse chemical compositions, mechanisms of action, and effectiveness against different types of cancer.
June 2023 in “International Ayurvedic Medical Journal” This review article compiles extensive information on Tridax procumbens, an Ayurvedic herb, detailing its traditional uses, chemical makeup, and various pharmacological properties, including its roles in wound healing and as an antimicrobial agent.
13 citations
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January 2017 in “Molecules” This study reported that compounds isolated from Alpinia zerumbet significantly promoted hair cell growth and exhibited anticancer activity in cell cultures, suggesting potential as treatments for alopecia and cancer.
44 citations
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November 2022 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This review discusses the role of toll-like receptors in cancer treatment, providing an overview of pre-clinical studies and clinical trials on TLR-targeted therapies and noting the challenges and future prospects.
7 citations
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May 2022 in “Indonesian Journal of Science and Technology” This study found that compounds isolated from the Etlingera alba rhizome exhibited cytotoxic and anti-metastatic activity, with potential for development against Triple-Negative Breast Cancer.
January 2025 in “UiTM Institutional Repositories (Universiti Teknologi MARA)” This study investigated the effects of Christia vespertilionis extract on breast cancer cell lines, finding that it had a concentration-dependent cytotoxic effect, although less potent than tamoxifen, suggesting potential as an alternative cancer treatment.
50 citations
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May 2011 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” In this cell study, Eclipta alba extract inhibited cancer cell proliferation and induced apoptosis, showing potential antiproliferative and anti-metastasis effects on liver and related cancer cell lines.
18 citations
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December 2016 in “European journal of pharmacology” In this study, 12-Chloracetyl-PPD showed anti-cancer activity by inhibiting cancer cell viability and inducing apoptosis through reactive oxygen species production without harming normal cells.
April 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that topical bortezomib increased cell proliferation in hair follicles and sebaceous glands in mice and may activate hair keratin gene expression through GATA-3 transcription factors.
8 citations
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January 2013 in “Medicinal chemistry” This study reported that among 10 tested 2-(4-chlorophenyl)-5-aryl-1,3,4-oxadiazole compounds, compound 4c showed the highest activity against cancer cell lines, with a 95.37% average growth rate.
April 2022 in “JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND REVIEW IN SCIENCE” This review examines existing scientific literature on African plants with anti-cancer properties and reports no new experimental results.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” This review details the causes, symptoms, and treatments for dandruff, emphasizing herbal ingredients with anti-dandruff properties used in shampoos and exploring their antifungal and anti-inflammatory mechanisms. It highlights dandruff's exploitation by personal care companies due to the lack of medical interventions.
2 citations
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March 2025 in “Nanoenergy Advances” This review examines recent advances in bioelectronic nanogenerators for anti-cancer therapy, highlighting various transducing strategies such as photodynamic therapy and electrical stimulation, while also discussing the potential mechanisms for tissue repair and the challenges that lie ahead.
20 citations
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June 2022 in “Molecules” This review discusses three classes of thiazole-bearing compounds in drug development and presents preclinical findings but reports no new experimental results, highlighting the need for further drug discovery.
2 citations
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May 2023 in “Life” This review summarizes the mechanisms by which Plumbagin, a naphthoquinone derived from plants, may impact inflammation and explores its potential biological effects, highlighting areas that require further comprehensive research before considering it for therapeutic use.
46 citations
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October 2025 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” This review examines the potential of plant-derived exosome-like nanovesicles in dermatology, highlighting their bioactive properties and discussing challenges to their clinical application, but does not provide new clinical results.
70 citations
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July 2020 in “Pharmacological Reports” This review discusses the antiviral potential of cepharanthine against SARS-CoV-2, noting its effectiveness in preclinical models but presenting no new clinical results.
7 citations
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December 2021 in “Pharmaceutics” This review examines the anti-alopecia effects of plant-derived phytochemicals and their mechanisms for promoting hair growth, but it reports no new clinical findings.
March 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study highlighted the promising health benefits of taxifolin, a flavonoid with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and other protective effects found in foods like onions and milk thistle, though more research is needed to fully understand its mechanisms and safety for human therapeutic use.
4 citations
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September 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses the dermatological applications and potential health benefits of Epigallocatechin-gallate (EGCG) from green tea, but provides no new clinical findings.
13 citations
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October 2017 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” In this study, ethyl acetate fraction of Eclipta alba was found to inhibit adipogenesis and reduce dyslipidemia in hamsters, suggesting potential as an herbal treatment for obesity.
March 2026 in “Journal of Medicinal Plants Studies” This source reviews the traditional and contemporary medicinal uses of Murraya koenigii, reporting its significant pharmacological activities, including antioxidant and anticancer effects, supported by both preclinical and clinical research.
January 2020 in “Ayurline: IJ-RIM” This study found that Eclipta alba Hassk. (Bhrungraj) significantly inhibited the growth of human liver cancer cells, suggesting its potential as an anticancer agent.
9 citations
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May 2008 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” This article compiles references on toxic epidermal necrolysis and cutaneous reactions to anticancer agents but reports no new findings.
116 citations
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December 2003 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” This study reports that Iressa, an anti-cancer agent, commonly causes acneiform eruptions and xerosis as cutaneous side effects, similar to other agents targeting epidermal growth factor receptors.
January 2015 in “Annual Research & Review in Biology” This review explores the potential of phytotherapeutic molecules and oxidative inhibitors as novel anticancer and chemopreventive agents, reporting no new clinical results while suggesting their promise in drug development.
January 1980 in “Lluc: revista de cultura i d'idees” This study found that Agaricus bisporus-derived β-Glucan particles showed potential as an anticancer, antimicrobial, and antioxidant agent, inducing apoptosis and disrupting mitochondrial membrane potential in cervical cancer HeLa cells.