Abstract:Bryophyllum pinnatum (BP) has been used in anthroposophic medicine to treat “hyperactivity diseases” such as tocolytic symptom and overactive bladder syndrome since the beginning of 20th century with no side effect. Its major secondary metabolites include bufadienolides, flavonoids, triterpenes, and steroids. BP has been widely used in tropical regions as traditional medicine. It is reported to have antioxidant, immunomodulatory, antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, antihypertensive, wound healing, cytotoxic, and … Show more
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