Vitamins strategies for psoriasis: An update on current scientific evidence
December 2023
Psoriasis is an aggressive chronic skin disorder that requires various therapies such as topical, oral, and occasionally, subcutaneous, or intravenous. In contrast, vitamins have more significant evidence...
Deciphering the anti-senescence immune paradigm: Kidney yin-yang equilibrium in traditional Chinese medicine
June 2024
In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), the kidney is considered the "innate foundation", and the abundance or diminution of its essence directly affects the growth, development, physical form, and physiological...
Study on the application of Aloe vera in cosmetology and clinical treatment of skin diseases
December 2024
The medicinal value of Aloe vera (AV) has been continuously explored and utilized in recent years, becoming a research hotspot. Some basic studies have found that AV had cosmetic effects such as whitening,...
The transformative power of artificial intelligence in pharmaceutical manufacturing: Enhancing efficiency, product quality, and safety
June 2025
The pharmaceutical manufacturing industry transforms through artificial intelligence (AI) by implementing process improvements along with productivity enhancements and product quality improvements....
The research advance on the theory of Chinese medicine-exterior-interior correlation between the Lung and Large Intestine in the treatment of chronic cough
September 2024
Coughing as the main symptom of a chronic cough is a persistent respiratory disease that poses a substantial challenge to Western medicine and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). The Large Intestine...
Review on application and development of pharmacogenomics of adverse drug reactions
March 2025
Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) are a significant public health issue, contributing substantially to patient morbidity and mortality. The growing accessibility of genomic technologies has greatly advanced...
Development of ginger oleoresin-enriched marshmallow candy as a nutraceutical for managing pediatric chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting
March 2025
Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) significantly impact pediatric cancer patients, affecting treatment adherence and quality of life. This study aimed to develop gingerol-enriched marshmallow...
Phytochemical profiles, biological activities and medicinal importance of Aloe vera L.: A review
September 2025
Aloe vera (Av) is revered in Ayurveda as the "wand of heaven" or "heaven's blessing" and precisely the "silent healer". This herbaceous plant belongs to Asphodelaceae family, previously classified as...
A scoping review of five selected underutilized medicinal plants of Sri Lanka: Focusing on ethnobotany, phytochemistry and bioactivities, and evaluation of their potential for novel herbal product development
June 2025
Ageratum conyzoides L., Artocarpus gomezianus Wall. ex Trécul, Euphorbia hirta L., Plectranthus zeylanicus Benth., and Piper sarmentosum Roxb. have long been utilized in traditional medical practices,...
Mitochondrial function maintenance and mitochondrial training in ageing and related diseases
June 2025
Cellular senescence driven by mitochondrial dysfunction is a key contributor to ageing and related diseases. The decline in the quality and quantity of healthy mitochondria with ageing disrupts energy...
Review of compounds and activities from mangrove Sonneratia genus and their endophytes
November 2023
Sonneratia is an important mangrove plant, and its fruit has been used as traditional medicine and food in southeast China. With recent research focusing on its compounds and activities, an increasing...
The versatility of apigenin: Especially as a chemopreventive agent for cancer
December 2024
Apigenin, a naturally occurring flavonoid found in fruits and vegetables, has received substantial attention due to its various pharmacological effects, particularly in cancer therapy. This review delves...
Peptide drugs application in metabolic diseases and discovery strategies
March 2022
Peptides (or polypeptides) are generally defined as those molecules compounded with less than 100 amino acids linked by peptide bonds, and the relative molecular weight is less than 10 000 Da usually....
Study on the synergistic development of TCM service trade within the GBA
November 2023
This study analyzed the synergistic development of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) service trade within the Greater Bay Area (GBA) in China, aiming to provide suggestions and references for the...
Formulation and evaluation of carbamazepine loaded ethosomal nasal in-situ gel for brain targeted drug delivery
March 2025
This study aimed to develop a novel intranasal drug delivery system for carbamazepine, an antiepileptic drug, to enhance its therapeutic efficacy through targeted and sustained delivery. The goal was...
Truxillic and truxinic acid derivatives: configuration, source, and bioactivities of natural cyclobutane dimers
September 2020
Natural truxillic and truxinic acid derivatives are interesting cyclobutane dimers, with different stereo conformations formed by the orientation of groups on the cyclobutane. These derivatives are...
An assessment of antidepressant like potentiality of Phyllanthus emblica on experimental rodent model of depressive disorder under the light of numerous behavioural test batteries
September 2025
The unfavorable costs and effects of currently accessible antidepressant agents necessitate the development of more potent and safe alternatives, that will obviate the potential problems associated...
Network pharmacology-based analysis: Fufang Xiongdan Diyanye—clinical response and mechanism of action in the treatment of acute bacterial conjunctivitis
September 2020
To observe the clinical response to Fufang Xiongdan Diyanyein patients with acute bacterial conjunctivitis and to examine its mechanism of action with the use of network pharmacology....
Research on the role and mechanism of Aloe vera (L.) Burm.f. in the treatment of burn: Based on network pharmacology analysis and experimental verification
December 2024
Burn is a suddenly occurring injury. The healing process of burn is complex. Aloe vera (L.) Burm.f. (Av) is widely used as Chinese folk medicine for the treatment of burn. While effective pharmacological...
Economic evaluation of isosorbide mononitrate sustained-release capsules for the treatment of angina pectoris
March 2024
Systematically evaluate the efficacy of (1) isosorbide mononitrate sustained-release capsules combined with conventional therapy and (2) conventional therapy alone in the treatment of angina pectoris...
Visual analysis of drug research and development based on artificial intelligence
December 2024
The iteration of artificial intelligence (AI) technology provides new opportunities for drug research and experimental development. In recent years, AI-based drug research has continuously made new...
Genomics-based tools for drug discovery and development: From network maps to efficacy prediction
November 2023
Computing technology plays a crucial role in the field of drug discovery and development. With the rapid development of genomics and the improvement of databases, the application of genomics-based tools...
Mitochondrial function: A new direction for the targeted treatment of cardiovascular diseases with Chinese herbal medicine
March 2025
Mitochondria play a central role in cardiovascular diseases, primarily by providing cellular energy and facilitating various cardiac functions. Excessive fat accumulation, circadian rhythm disturbances,...
An integrative framework for precision medication in hypertension: Applying a dialectical perspective to traditional Chinese and Western medicine
September 2025
Hypertension is the most common cardiovascular disease. In terms of diagnosis and treatment, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Western medicine each have their own strengths, but also have certain...
Human Epididymis Protein 4 (HE4) as a promising biomarker and therapy target in fibrotic diseases: A review
December 2024
The treatment of fibrosis faces a significant challenge due to the lack of effective therapies that can reverse established fibrosis. Early detection is vital for intervention, yet distinguishing fibrosis...