[Review of pharmacological effects and toxicological information of Arecae Semen]

Zhongguo Zhong Yao Za Zhi. 2013 Jul;38(14):2273-5.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

The main chemical composition of Arecae Semen has been summarized, which can bring the pharmacological action and toxicological action to the nervous system, digestive system, cardiovascular system, urinary and reproductive system. Arecae Semen has inhibition and killing effect to most parasite. It can also activate the cholinergic receptor, promote gastrointestinal propulsive motility in mice and inhibit helicobacter pylori, Xu Lang schoenleinii, influenza virus. Arecae Semen chewing results in oral mucositis fibrosis, which has not only carcinogenic mutagenic effect but also eproductive and nervous system toxicity. And Chinese medicine Yinpian use Arecae Semen of compatibility has no adverse reaction reports.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Areca / chemistry*
  • Drugs, Chinese Herbal / adverse effects
  • Drugs, Chinese Herbal / chemistry
  • Drugs, Chinese Herbal / pharmacology*
  • Drugs, Chinese Herbal / toxicity
  • Humans
  • Plants, Medicinal / chemistry

Substances

  • Drugs, Chinese Herbal