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2021 Jul 23


J Ethnopharmacol

Bioassay-guided study of the anti-inflammatory effect of Anoectochilus burmannicus ethanolic extract in RAW 264.7 cells.

Authors

Karinchai J, Budluang P, Temviriyanukul P, Ting P, Nuchuchua O, Wongnoppavich A, Imsumran A, Pitchakarn P
J Ethnopharmacol. 2021 Jul 23:114452.
PMID: 34311061.

Abstract

Anoectochilus species is a small terrestrial orchid found in tropical and subtropical rain forest. These orchids are traditionally used extensively in China, Taiwan, and Vietnam due to their medicinal properties and therapeutic benefits. They are employed for treatment in different systems, such as stomach disorders, chest pain, arthritis, tumor, piles, boils, menstrual disorders, and inflammation. Aqueous extract of Anoectochilus burmannicus (AB) has been previously reported to exhibit anti-inflammatory activities, however there is a lack of evidence regarding its bioactive compounds and the mechanism of its actions.