Antimutagenic Effect of <i>Origanum majorana</i> L. Essential Oil Against Prallethrin-Induced Genotoxic Damage in Rat Bone Marrow Cells

Mossa, Abdel‐Tawab H.; Refaie, Amel A.; Ramadan, Amal; Bouajila, Jalloul

doi:10.1089/jmf.2013.0006

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“…Similarly, the combined treatment of prallethrin and EOs from O. majorana in bone marrow cells of rats, resulted in the reduction of the chromosomal aberration (54.54%), thus, EOO demonstrated to have genotoxic effect. The effects could be attributed to the scavenge ability of EOO and its contribution in hindering lipid peroxidation [ 162 ].…”

Section: Biological Activities Of Essential Oils Of Oregano Speciementioning

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Essential Oils of Oregano: Biological Activity beyond Their Antimicrobial Properties

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Essential oils of oregano are widely recognized for their antimicrobial activity, as well as their antiviral and antifungal properties. Nevertheless, recent investigations have demonstrated that these compounds are also potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic and cancer suppressor agents. These properties of oregano essential oils are of potential interest to the food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. The aim of this manuscript is to review the latest evidence regarding essential oils of oregano and their beneficial effects on health.

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Section: Biological Activities Of Essential Oils Of Oregano Speciementioning

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“…Essential oils from oregano have been proposed as dietary inhibitors of mutagenesis and carcinogenesis [ 162 ]. Nonetheless, investigations about anticarcinogenic effect of EOO are scarce.…”

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Essential Oils of Oregano: Biological Activity beyond Their Antimicrobial Properties

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“…Other promising applications have been proposed for Helichrysum italicum (Roth) G. Don as antispastic [ 52 ], Pelargonium roseum L'hér. as anti-inflammatory [ 53 ], and O. majorana L. as antimutagenic agent [ 54 ].…”

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An Overview of the Biological Effects of Some Mediterranean Essential Oils on Human Health

Elshafie

Camele

2017

BioMed Research International

189

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Essential oils (EOs), extracted from aromatic plants, are interesting natural products and represent an important part of the traditional pharmacopeia. The use of some EOs as alternative antimicrobial and pharmaceutical agents has attracted considerable interest recently. Most of the EOs and their single constituents have been reported to inhibit several phytopathogens, human pathogens, and insects as well as their effective uses in food and pharmaceutical industries. The current review discussed the chemical composition and bioactivity of some important EOs extracted from some Mediterranean plants and their principal bioactive single constituents. Information has been furnished on the mechanisms, mode of actions, and factors affecting the bioactivity of some single constituents from different Mediterranean plant EOs. The current review gives an insight into some common plant EOs belonging to Lamiaceae, Apiaceae, Rutaceae, and Verbenaceae families commonly growing in Mediterranean region. Further information has been provided about the medical uses of some EOs for several human diseases covering the pharmacological effects (anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticarcinogenic). The antimicrobial effects have been also considered in the current review. Although plant EOs are considered promising natural alternatives for many chemical drugs, they still need more specific research for wide application especially in food and pharmaceutical industries.

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“…Other promising applications have been proposed for Helichrysum italicum as antispastic [44], rose geranium as anti-inflammatory [45], Origanum majorana as antimutagenic [46], and many others, but clinical validation is not ready at the moment.…”

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Essential Oils for Complementary Treatment of Surgical Patients: State of the Art

Stea

Beraudi

Pasquale

2014

Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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Aromatherapy is the controlled use of plant essences for therapeutic purposes. Its applications are numerous (i.e., wellbeing, labour, infections, dementia, and anxiety treatment) but often they have not been scientifically validated. The aim of the present study is to review the available literature to determine if there is evidence for effectiveness of aromatherapy in surgical patients to treat anxiety and insomnia, to control pain and nausea, and to dress wound. Efficacy studies of lavender or orange and peppermint essential oils, to treat anxiety and nausea, respectively, have shown positive results. For other aspects, such as pain control, essential oils therapy has shown uncertain results. Finally, there are encouraging data for the treatment of infections, especially for tea tree oil, although current results are still inconclusive. It should also be considered that although they are, allergic reactions and toxicity can occur after oral ingestion. Therefore, while rigorous studies are being carried out, it is important that the therapeutic use of essential oils be performed in compliance with clinical safety standards.

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Antimutagenic Effect of Origanum majorana L. Essential Oil Against Prallethrin-Induced Genotoxic Damage in Rat Bone Marrow Cells

Cited by 15 publications

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Essential Oils of Oregano: Biological Activity beyond Their Antimicrobial Properties

Essential Oils of Oregano: Biological Activity beyond Their Antimicrobial Properties

An Overview of the Biological Effects of Some Mediterranean Essential Oils on Human Health

Essential Oils for Complementary Treatment of Surgical Patients: State of the Art

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