Molecules· 2013Q1· Review
A Review on Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Monoterpenes
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- 2013year
Short summary
This review synthesizes data on 32 bioactive monoterpenes from essential oils, demonstrating their pharmacological potential as anti-inflammatory agents.
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Key points
- Discusses the anti-inflammatory activity of 32 bioactive monoterpenes.
- Monoterpenes are sourced from essential oils.
- Data demonstrate pharmacological potential for anti-inflammatory drug development.
- Addresses the need for new anti-inflammatory agents.
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Abstract
Faced with the need to find new anti-inflammatory agents, great effort has been expended on the development of drugs for the treatment of inflammation. This disorder reduces the quality of life and overall average productivity, causing huge financial losses. In this review the anti-inflammatory activity of 32 bioactive monoterpenes found in essential oils is discussed. The data demonstrate the pharmacological potential of this group of natural chemicals to act as anti-inflammatory drugs.
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Field: Complementary and alternative medicine
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