China Journal of Chinese Materia Medica 2012-12-01

[Advance in latest studies on pharmacological effects of magnolol].

Yong Zhang, Fang Tang

Index: Zhongguo Zhong Yao Za Zhi 37(23) , 3526-30, (2012)

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Abstract

Magnolol is one of main active constituents from Magnolia officinalis, a widely used traditional Chinese medicine. Previous studies have proved its multiple pharmacological effects, such as anti-oxidation, anti-microbial and anti-tumor. In recent years, more and more studies have focused on magnolol both at home and abroad. This essay summarizes the advance in the latest studies on the pharmacological effects of magnolol, and briefs main problems in current studies and future development orientation.