Cepharanthine
Cepharanthine
Cepharanthine (pronounced: sef-uh-ran-theen) is a bisbenzylisoquinoline alkaloid derived from the plant Stephania cepharantha Hayata, a member of the Menispermaceae family. It has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties.
Etymology
The term "Cepharanthine" is derived from the plant species Stephania cepharantha from which it is extracted. The suffix "-ine" is commonly used in chemistry to denote a substance derived from a particular source.
Pharmacology
Cepharanthine exhibits a wide range of pharmacological activities, including anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant, and anticancer properties. It has been used in the treatment of various diseases such as radiation sickness, alopecia, and leukopenia.
Clinical Use
In clinical practice, Cepharanthine is used for its anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects. It has been used in the treatment of diseases such as leprosy, snake bites, and alopecia areata. Recent studies have also suggested its potential use in the treatment of COVID-19 due to its antiviral properties.
Related Terms
- Bisbenzylisoquinoline Alkaloids
- Stephania cepharantha
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antiviral
- Antioxidant
- Anticancer
- Radiation sickness
- Alopecia
- Leukopenia
- Leprosy
- Snake bites
- Alopecia areata
- COVID-19
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cepharanthine
- Wikipedia's article - Cepharanthine
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