Pharmacogenomics and the Yin/Yang actions of ginseng: anti-tumor, angiomodulating and steroid-like activities of ginsenosides

In Chinese medicine, ginseng (Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer) has long been used as a general tonic or an adaptogen to promote longevity and enhance bodily functions. It has also been claimed to be effective in combating stress, fatigue, oxidants, cancer and diabetes mellitus. Most of the pharmacological...

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Main Authors: Yue, Patrick Ying Kit, Mak, Nai Ki, Cheng, Yuen Kit, Leung, Kar Wah, Ng, Tzi Bun, Fan, David Tai Ping, Yeung, Hin Wing, Wong, Ricky Ngok Shun
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: BioMed Central 2007
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1876803/