Polygonatum sibiricum Polysaccharides Alleviate Depressive-like Symptoms in Chronic Restraint Stress-Induced Mice via Microglial Regulation in Prefrontal Cortex.

PSP, a polysaccharide extracted from natural sources, shows potential as an antidepressant by regulating microglial activity and neuroinflammatory pathways in mice under chronic restraint stress. This study highlights the importance of PSP in treating depression.

Yuan ZY et al (2024).

Polymers (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/polym16162358

PubMed:

39204578

The Development and Pre-Clinical Anti-Inflammatory Efficacy of a New Transdermal Ureasil-Polyether Hybrid Matrix Loaded with Flavonoid-Rich Annona muricata Leaf Extract.

Araújo CBB et al (2024).

Pharmaceutics.

DOI:

10.3390/pharmaceutics16081097

PubMed:

39204442

Potential Wound Healing and Anti-Melanogenic Activities in Skin Cells of Aralia elata (Miq.) Seem. Flower Essential Oil and Its Chemical Composition.

Kim DY et al (2024).

Pharmaceutics.

DOI:

10.3390/pharmaceutics16081008

PubMed:

39204353

Newly Developed Semi-Solid Formulations Containing Mellilotus officinalis Extract: Characterization, Assessment of Stability, Safety, and Anti-Inflammatory Activity.

Bradic J et al (2024).

Pharmaceutics.

DOI:

10.3390/pharmaceutics16081003

PubMed:

39204348

Formulation of a Three-Component Essential Oil Mixture from Lavandula dentata, Rosmarinus officinalis, and Myrtus communis for Improved Antioxidant Activity.

Elbouzidi A et al (2024).

Pharmaceuticals (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/ph17081071

PubMed:

39204175

Artemisia vulgaris Extract as a Novel Therapeutic Approach for Reversing Diabetic Cardiomyopathy in a Rat Model.

Methanolic extract of [plant] shows potential in reversing cardiac remodeling in diabetic cardiomyopathy, improving heart function and reducing side effects compared to current anti-hyperglycemic therapies.

Liza et al (2024).

Pharmaceuticals (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/ph17081046

PubMed:

39204151

Chemical Content and Cytotoxic Activity on Various Cancer Cell Lines of Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) Growing on Betula pendula and Betula pubescens.

Chaga mushroom extracts from birch species have moderate cytotoxic activity on various cancer cell lines. Extracts from certain species show stronger effects due to higher content of specific compounds. Chaga shows potential as a source of selective anticancer compounds.

Raal A et al (2024).

Pharmaceuticals (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/ph17081013

PubMed:

39204121

Ethanolic Extracts of Cupressaceae Species Conifers Provide Rapid Protection against Barium Chloride-Induced Cardiac Arrhythmia.

Certain Cupressaceae species have active antiarrhythmic components, providing potential for preventing cardiac arrhythmias and reducing sudden cardiac death. Importance lies in developing new, effective and safe treatments.

Zeng MT et al (2024).

Pharmaceuticals (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/ph17081003

PubMed:

39204108