Novel phytochemicals in traditional medicine: Isolation and pharmacological profiling of bioactive compounds
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The exploration of novel phytochemicals from traditional medicine represents a promising frontier in drug discovery. Phytochemicals, bioactive compounds found in plants, have long been utilized in various cultures for therapeutic purposes, and recent advances in isolation techniques and pharmacological profiling have revealed their potential in addressing modern health challenges. This paper aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the major classes of phytochemicals, such as alkaloids, flavonoids, and terpenoids, and their ethnopharmacological significance. Furthermore, it delves into advanced methods for isolating these compounds, including solvent extraction and supercritical fluid extraction, and highlights the cutting-edge chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques used for structural elucidation. The paper also emphasizes the pharmacological profiling of phytochemicals, covering their in vitro and in vivo activities, mechanisms of action, and therapeutic applications, with particular focus on antimicrobial, anti-cancer, and neuroprotective effects. Safety, toxicity, and biocompatibility considerations are critically examined to address the challenges of incorporating phytochemicals into clinical practice. The findings underscore the vast potential of phytochemicals in drug development and the need for continued research to overcome existing challenges, including bioavailability, safety, and standardization. The paper concludes with recommendations for future research and integrating phytochemicals into clinical applications, highlighting their role in advancing integrative medicine.
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Ogbuagu, O. O., Mbata, A. O., Balogun, O. D., Oladapo, O., Ojo, O. O., & Muonde, M. (2022). Novel phytochemicals in traditional medicine: Isolation and pharmacological profiling of bioactive compounds. International Journal of Medical and All Body Health Research, 3(1), 63-71. https://doi.org/10.54660/IJMBHR.2022.3.1.63-71
Ogbuagu, Oluchukwu Obinna, et al. "Novel phytochemicals in traditional medicine: Isolation and pharmacological profiling of bioactive compounds." International Journal of Medical and All Body Health Research, vol. 3, no. 1, 2022, pp. 63-71. https://doi.org/10.54660/IJMBHR.2022.3.1.63-71.
Ogbuagu, O. O., Mbata, A. O., Balogun, O. D., Oladapo, O., Ojo, O. O. and Muonde, M. (2022) 'Novel phytochemicals in traditional medicine: Isolation and pharmacological profiling of bioactive compounds', International Journal of Medical and All Body Health Research, 3(1), pp. 63-71. doi: 10.54660/IJMBHR.2022.3.1.63-71.
Ogbuagu OO, Mbata AO, Balogun OD, Oladapo O, Ojo OO, Muonde M. Novel phytochemicals in traditional medicine: Isolation and pharmacological profiling of bioactive compounds. International Journal of Medical and All Body Health Research. 2022;3(1):63-71. doi:10.54660/IJMBHR.2022.3.1.63-71
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