Research progress on the application of Pleuropterus multiflorus in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
December 2025
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the most common form of hair loss, affecting approximately 21.3% of men and 6% of women in China, with an increasing trend among younger individuals. Currently, finasteride...
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,...
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...
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....
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...
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,...
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 clinical diagnosis, pathogenesis and therapeutic strategies of drug-induced liver injury
September 2025
Drug-induced liver injury (DILI) is a severe adverse reaction caused by various drugs and their metabolites, with complex clinical manifestations, and severe cases may progress to acute liver failure...
Therapeutic approaches to dyslipidaemia in Unani medicine: a narrative review
March 2026
Dyslipidaemia is one of the most common metabolic disorders, strongly linked with cardiovascular disease, obesity, and other components of metabolic syndrome. In Unani medicine, this condition is understood...
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...
Gut–brain axis in neurological disorders: mechanistic links and regulatory role of Chinese herbal medicines
March 2026
The gut–brain axis (GBA) is a bidirectional communication network integrating neural, immune, endocrine, and metabolic pathways that link the gastrointestinal tract and the central nervous system. Increasing...
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 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...
A review on the extraction, separation, purification, detection of flavonoids from aging Citri Reticulatae Pericarpium and its beneficial effects on spleen deficiency
December 2025
Citri Reticulatae Pericarpium (CRP) plays beneficial effects on regulating Qi and strengthening spleen, drying dampness, and resolving phlegm in traditional Chinese medicine. This review centered on...
From traditional herb to modern therapeutics: phytochemistry, pharmacology, toxicology, and clinical translation challenges of Cyperus rotundus L
March 2026
Cyperus rotundus L. (C. rotundus.), widely distributed in tropical and temperate regions, is a perennial herb with a long history of application in traditional medical systems for treating emotional...
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...
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...
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...
Unravelling the gut-liver axis: The role of gut microbiota-mitochondria interactions in the pathogenesis and management of metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD)
March 2025
Metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) has emerged as a prevalent chronic liver disease. Our review of the existing literature reveals that the interplay between gut microbiota, mitochondria,...
Chitosan–2D nanocomposites: A convergence of nature, nanotech, and sustainability
December 2025
The integration of natural biopolymers with two-dimensional (2D) nanomaterials has opened new avenues for designing multifunctional, sustainable, and high-performance materials. Chitosan, a biodegradable...
The impact of solvent composition, concentration, and temperature on the solubility of naproxen: A review of mono-solvent, binary, and ternary systems
December 2025
Solubility is a key factor affecting drug absorption and therapeutic effectiveness. Naproxen, a common anti-inflammatory medication, has poor water solubility, which limits its bioavailability. This...
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...
Integrating pharmacokinetics and network pharmacology to reveal mechanism of Shuangxia decoction in the treatment of insomnia
December 2025
Shuangxia Decoction is a traditional Chinese medicine classic formula used clinically to treat insomnia, consisting of Pinellia ternata (Banxia) and Prunella vulgaris (Xiakucao). The aim of this study...
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...