Advances in Studies on Chemistry,Pharmacological Effect,and Pharmacokinetics of Eurycoma longifolia
10.3969/j.issn.1674-6384.2011.03.004
- Author:
Wenbin HOU
;
Xuefeng XIAO
;
Wei GUO
;
Tiejun ZHANG
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
chemistry;
clinical study;
Eurycoma longifolia;
pharmacokinetics;
pharmacological effects
- From:
Chinese Herbal Medicines
2011;03(3):186-195
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Eurycoma longifolia,also known as Tongkat Ali in Malaysia,as one of traditional herbal medicines,is used for centuries in South-East Asia.With the discovery of anticancer and anti-HIV properties,this herbal medicine has attracted great attention recently.In this review,the following information on E.longifolia,including chemistry,bioactivities,pharmacokinetics,clinical studies,and side effects and safety,was introduced.Our results,to a certain extent,will provide scientific base for commercial utilization and clearance of the Tongkat Ali products with regard to consumers' safety.
