Common Names: feverfew
Parthenolide, a plant extract, can alleviate testicular toxicity caused by paclitaxel, reducing oxidative stress and improving antioxidant levels and gene expression related to reproduction in rats, potentially offering a treatment for PTX-induced testicular damage.
Parthenolide, found in Tanacetum parthenium, was tested on rats with neuropathic pain caused by paclitaxel. PTL treatment at 4 mg/kg effectively reduced pain, regulated gene and protein expression, and improved tissue damage.
Plant-based drugs show potential for treating various types of cancer, with compounds like curcumin and quercetin having extensive research and promising results. This study reviews several plants and their key compounds with anticancer activity, highlighting potential clinical candidates.
Researchers are exploring the potential of natural products to manage the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in several medicinal plants and compounds being identified for both prevention and treatment. The use of natural products can include mechanisms such as boosting the immune response, blocking virus entry, and inhibiting replication. Examples of effective compounds include aloin, glycyrrhizin, and terpenes. Recognizing these mechanisms can lead to a more systematic approach to finding natural products and medicinal plants for COVID-19.