Broussonetia papyrifera (The Three Wise Men) : medicinal properties in alcoholic extraction

Broussonetia papyrifera (The Three Wise Men) — family Moracées.

This database documents alcoholic (ethanol) extractions of active substances. Our monograph currently lists 8 indications in alcoholic extraction for this species. The monograph draws on 112 scientific references recorded for the species.

Therapeutic indications in alcoholic extraction:

Note: scientific reference excerpts are kept in their original language (most often English), without translation, to respect the source text of publications.

1. Respiratory conditions : Plant part used: Root. Documented pharmacological profile: Montelukast-like.
   According to KO JY (2011): Additionally, BL inhibited experimental bronchitis induced by intratracheal instillation of LPS to rats. In this study, the effects of BL on lung infl ammation including bronchitis were examined in vitro & in vivo.
2. Urolithiasis, gout : Plant part used: Bark. Documented pharmacological profile: Allopurinol-like.
3. SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus viremia : Plant part used: Root. Documented pharmacological profile: Duranavir-like, Lopinavir-like.
   According to Ghosh R (2021): The current COVID-19 pandemic is caused by SARS CoV-2. Several attempts have been taken in search of effective drugs to control the spread of SARS CoV-2 infection. According to GUO P (2023): Broussonetia papyrifera is rich in flavonoids, which have significant antioxidant, antibacterial, & anti-inflammatory activities and certain pharmacological activities.

Further indications (including other extraction modes where applicable), dosages, precautions for use and full scientific references are available in the complete monograph.

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