Background Malaria remains a significant public health challenge in regions of the world
where it is endemic. An unprecedented decline in malaria incidences was recorded during …

ABSTRACT Introduction: α-Mangostin (α-MG) is the most representative xanthone isolated
from the pericarp of mangosteen, possessing extensive biological activities and …

Propolis is a natural resinous material produced by bees and has been used in folk
medicines since ancient times. Due to it possessing a broad spectrum of biological activities …

Abstract Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana Linn.) is a well-known tropical tree indigenous
to Southeast Asia. Its fruit's pericarp abounds with a class of isoprenylated xanthones which …

Parasitic diseases still compromise human health. Some of the currently available
therapeutic drugs have limitations considering their adverse effects, questionable efficacy …

Natural compounds are emerging as effective agents for the treatment of malignant
diseases. The active constituent of α-mangostin from the pericarp of Garcinia mangostana L …

Garcinia morella (Gaertn.) Desr. is an evergreen tree that yields edible fruits, oil, and resin. It
is a source of “gamboge”, a gum/resin that has a wide range of uses. The fruits, leaves, and …

Acanthamoeba spp. can cause amoebic keratitis (AK). Chlorhexidine is effective for AK
treatment as monotherapy, but with a relative failure on drug bioavailability in the deep …

Mangosteen fruit has been used for various disorders, including pain. The effects of alpha‐
mangostin, the main component of mangosteen, on the neuropathic pain caused by chronic …

Neuroinflammation is an important feature in the pathogenesis and progression of
neurodegenerative diseases. Molecules with anti-inflammatory properties have been …