Emodin: A Review of its Pharmacology, Toxicity and Pharmacokinetics
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Abstract
Emodin, a natural anthraquinone derivative and a major bioactive constituent of Polygonum cuspidatum (Reynoutria japonica), possesses anticancer, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antimicrobial activities, but can also cause toxicity at high doses. This review summarises the pharmacology, toxicity and pharmacokinetics of emodin.
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Dong, X., Fu, J., Yin, X., Cao, S. and others (2016) 'Emodin: A Review of its Pharmacology, Toxicity and Pharmacokinetics', Phytotherapy Research, 30(8), pp. 1207-1218. doi:10.1002/ptr.5631
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