Enhanced production of the pharmaceutically important polyphenolic compounds in Vitex agnus castus L. shoot cultures by precursor feeding strategy
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DOI: 10.1002/elsc.201800003
Abstract: Agitated Vitex agnus castus L. shoot cultures were established to analyse the content of selected pharmaceutically important flavonoids and phenolic acids. Two variants (selected from nine ones) of MS medium were prepared: A (BAP 1… read more here.
Keywords: shoot cultures; castus shoot; vitex agnus; pharmaceutically important ... See more keywords
Essential Oils from Vitex agnus castus L. Leaves Induces Caspase-Dependent Apoptosis of Human Multidrug-Resistant Lung Carcinoma Cells through Intrinsic and Extrinsic Pathways
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DOI: 10.1080/01635581.2020.1823439
Abstract: Abstract Essential oil (EO) fractions of plants are complex mixtures of volatile compounds with broad-spectrum biological properties. In the current study, the EO content of Vitex agnus castus L. (VAC) leaves growing in the Aegean… read more here.
Keywords: caspase; apoptosis; resistant lung; vitex agnus ... See more keywords
Effects of a combination of Nigella sativa and Vitex agnus-castus with citalopram on healthy menopausal women with hot flashes: results from a subpopulation analysis
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DOI: 10.1080/09513590.2018.1499086
Abstract: Abstract The goal of the current study was to evaluate the efficiency of a phytotherapeutic intervention consisting of a combination of Nigella sativa and Vitex agnus-castus with citalopram in the control of hot flashes in… read more here.
Keywords: combination; hot flashes; citalopram; castus citalopram ... See more keywords
Nanoemulsion for improving solubility and permeability of Vitex agnus-castus extract: formulation and in vitro evaluation using PAMPA and Caco-2 approaches
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DOI: 10.1080/10717544.2016.1256002
Abstract: Abstract The purpose of this study was to develop new formulation for an improved oral delivery of Vitex agnus-castus (VAC) extract. After the optimization and validation of analytical method for quali-quantitative characterization of extract, nanoemulsion… read more here.
Keywords: formulation; extract formulation; vitex agnus; solubility ... See more keywords
Vitex agnus-castus safeguards the lung against lipopolysaccharide-induced toxicity in mice.
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DOI: 10.1111/jfbc.12750
Abstract: Vitex agnus-castus (VAC, Verbenaceae) is widely used in Chinese traditional medicine as an antiinflammatory agent. This study aimed to explore the efficacy of the VAC extract to protect against lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced acute lung injury. The… read more here.
Keywords: lung; lps induced; agnus castus; activity ... See more keywords
Phytochemical screening and antioxidant activity of Vitex agnus-castus L.
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DOI: 10.1515/chem-2023-0190
Abstract: Abstract This research is dedicated to investigating the antioxidant potential and phytochemical composition of three distinct extracts derived from Vitex agnus-castus L. These extracts, prepared through aqueous (EXA), ethanolic (EXE), and methanolic (EXM) maceration, were… read more here.
Keywords: agnus castus; vitex agnus; antioxidant activity; activity ... See more keywords
Colonic Obstruction Secondary to Phytobezoar Caused by Vitex Agnus-Castus Seeds: A Case Report.
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DOI: 10.29271/jcpsp.2022.supp2.s115
Abstract: Plant seeds of Vitex agnus-castus (chaste berry) are known for benefits in reproductive health and also reduce bloating, depression, headache, and constipation. Plant seeds are a rare cause of phytobezoars. Bezoar is a formation of… read more here.
Keywords: agnus castus; obstruction; vitex agnus; colonic obstruction ... See more keywords
Magnetic and Biomedical Properties of Iron Nanoparticles Synthesized Using Vitex agnus-castus Extract
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DOI: 10.3390/ma17246064
Abstract: Magnetic nanoparticles have attracted significant attention in nanoscience and nanotechnology due to their unique physicochemical properties. These properties enable their great potential in various biomedical applications, such as hyperthermia, drug delivery, tissue engineering, theranostics, and… read more here.
Keywords: spectroscopy; vitex agnus; agnus castus; synthesis ... See more keywords
Anticancer Activity of Vitex agnus-castus Seed Extract on Gastric Cancer Cells
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DOI: 10.3390/nu17152564
Abstract: Background/Objectives: Vitex agnus-castus has been traditionally used to treat hormonal disorders, and recent evidence suggests its potential anticancer properties. However, its effects on gastric cancer remain unclear. Methods: This study examined the cytotoxic, apoptotic, and… read more here.
Keywords: vitex agnus; seed; cancer cells; agnus castus ... See more keywords