Review of Astragali Radix
10.3969/j.issn.1674-6384.2011.02.004
- Author:
Jing LIU
;
Zhongzhen ZHAO
;
Hubiao CHEN
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Astragali Radix;
Astragalus membranaceus;
Astragalus membranaceus var. mongholicus;
clinical application;
pharmacological effects
- From:
Chinese Herbal Medicines
2011;03(2):90-105
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Astragali Radix (AR), known as Huangqi in China, is one of the most popular herbal medicines learnt worldwide to reinforce Qi (the vital energy). AR is traditionally prepared from the dried roots of Astragalus membranaceus or A. membranaceus var. mongholicus. It has been reported to have cardiotonic, hepatoprotective, hypotensive, immunostimulant, anti-aging, anti-oxidative, antidiabetic, and anti-inflammatory activities. The bioactive compounds were found to be flavonoids, saponins, polysaccharides, amino acids, and some trace elements. The present paper reviews the studies on AR including history, phytochemistry studies, pharmacological functions, and clinical application in recent years.
