thuja standishii/悪性腫瘍

In vivo experiment has been conducted to observe the preventive role of Thuja occidentalis Linn (leaves) against 7, 12 dimethylbenz(a)anthracene (DMBA)-induced mammary cancer. Ethyl acetate (EtOAc) and methanolic (MeOH) extracts in two doses (5 and 10 mg/kg body weight) of the plant were tested for

Silver nanoparticles contribute a giant share to the realm of modern nanobiotechnology. Their utility as antimicrobial agents is also well documented. Green synthesis of nanoparticle has several advantages over its chemical synthesis. In the present study, Thuja occidentalis leaf extract mediated

The use of dietary supplements for various ailments enjoys unprecedented popularity. As part of this trend, Sabal serrulata (saw palmetto) constitutes the complementary treatment of choice with regard to prostate health. In homeopathy, Sabal serrulata is commonly prescribed for prostate problems

BACKGROUND Homeopathy is an alternative medical system practiced in all parts of the world. Although several theories are proposed to explain the mechanisms of action, none are scientifically verified. In this study, the authors investigate the effect of selected homeopathic remedies often used to

Thuja occidentalis Linn. (Family cupressaceae), commonly known as American Arbore Vitae, is an evergreen tree and native of North America. Leaves & twigs, which contains essential oil, condylomatous growth, spongy tumours, warts, ill effects of vaccination etc. Twigs fan-shaped; leaves ovate,

BACKGROUND Increasing evidence suggests that the inability to undergo apoptosis is an important factor in the development and progression of prostate cancer. Agents that induce apoptosis may inhibit tumor growth and provide therapeutic benefit. In a recent study, the authors found that certain

BACKGROUND Tumor microenvironment induces an active immune tolerance and escapes immune surveillance. In order to achieve an effective antitumor immune response, appropriately activated immune cells should maintain their antitumor activity to overcome the immune suppressive tumor

Seven labdane-type diterpenoids from the stem bark of Thuja standishii (Gord.) Carr. (Cupressaceae) and their analogues showed strong inhibitory effects on Epstein-Barr virus early antigen (EBV-EA) activation induced by 12-O-tetradecanoylphorbol-13-acetate (TPA). Among these compounds,

Three new labdane-type diterpenoids, labda-8(17),13-dien-15,12R-olid-19-oic acid (1), 12S-hydroxylabda-8(17),13(16),14-trien-19-oic acid (2) and 13-ethoxylabda-8(17),11,14-trien-19-oic acid (3), along with known diterpenoids, trans-communic acid (4), totarol (5), 12-methoxyabieta-8,11,13-trien-11-ol

Lung cancer is a malignant tumour with minimal survival rate and the current treatments are not showing complete remission of tumour and have many side effects. Thus a natural herbal medicine with good anti-cancer properties is highly demanded. Thuja orientalis L. is a traditionally used medicine to

CRUDE ETHANOLIC EXTRACT OF THUJA OCCIDENTALIS (FAM: Cupressaceae) is used as homeopathic mother tincture (TOΦ) to treat various ailments, particularly moles and tumors, and also used in various other systems of traditional medicine. Anti-proliferative and apoptosis-inducing properties of TOΦ and the

Edible plants have been widely used in traditional therapeutics because of the biological activities of their natural ingredients, including anticancer, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. Plant sap contains such medicinal substances and their secondary metabolites provide unique chemical

The first synthesis of a labdane diterpenoid, (-)-13-oxo-15,16-dinorlabda-8(17),11E-dien-19-oic acid [(-)-1a], isolated from the stem bark of Thuja standishii (GORD.) CARR., from the major component trans-communic acid (3a) is described.

The arborvitae or Thuja occidentale L., one of the Cupressaceae, has rarely been investigated until now. Several authors have demonstrated that allopathic extracts of this plant could be used as strong antiviral agents directed against plant and animal viruses. Polysaccharide fractions with