Anti-Tumor Activity of <i>Hypericum perforatum</i> L. and Hyperforin through Modulation of Inflammatory Signaling, ROS Generation and Proton Dynamics
In this paper we review the mechanisms of the antitumor effects of <i>Hypericum perforatum</i> L. (St. John’s wort, SJW) and its main active component hyperforin (HPF). SJW extract is commonly employed as antidepressant due to its ability to inhibit monoamine neurotransmitters re-uptake....
Main Authors: | Marta Menegazzi, Pellegrino Masiello, Michela Novelli |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-12-01
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Series: | Antioxidants |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/10/1/18 |
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