Pharmacological effects of (D. Don) Benn for inflammation, cancer and neuroprotection (Review).

(D. Don) Benn is an Asian shrub with a considerable history of traditional medicinal use. and its extracts exhibit good therapeutic properties against several diseases, including anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and anticancer effects. However, the composition of compounds contained in is complex; although various studies have examined mixtures or individual compounds extracted from it, studies on the application of extracts remain limited. In the present review, the structures and functions of the compounds identified from and their utility in anti-inflammatory, anticancer and neuroprotectant therapies was discussed. The present review provided up-to-date information on pharmacological activities and clinical applications for extracts.