Phytochemical and Pharmacological Profile of Four Malagasy Medicinal Plants Used in Different Chronic Diseases: Strategies for the Sustainable Use of Natural Resources in the Malagasy Health System

Traditional medicine plays an important role in the Malagasy health system. In Madagascar, medicinal plants are the main remedies for several diseases, especially chronic diseases. Scientific studies are performed to valorize the use of <i>Imperata cylindrica</i> (Ic), <i>Uapaca bo...

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Main Authors:	Zoarilala Rinah Razafindrakoto, Nantenaina Tombozara, Dario Donno, Gabriele Loris Beccaro, David Ramanitrahasimbola
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2022-11-01
Series:	Medical Sciences Forum
Subjects:	traditional medicine phytochemicals Madagascar pharmacological activities plants
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2673-9992/14/1/5

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