Frontiers in pharmacology

CXC chemokine receptor 3 (CXCR3) is a G protein-coupled chemokine receptor that plays a key role in regulating immune responses and is involved in various pathological processes, particularly in tumor development and inflammatory diseases, …

Uterine fibroids (leiomyomas) are the most common benign gynecologic tumors, affecting up to 80% of women by age 50, with higher prevalence and symptom severity reported in women of African descent. These monoclonal tumors originate from sm…

Euodiae Fructus (EF) is the dried and nearly ripe fruit of Euodia rutaecarpa, first recorded in Shen Nong's Herbal Classic. EF is a versatile Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) known for the effects of dispelling colds and alleviating pain,…

This work examines the anticancer activity, the anti-inflammatory nature, and the cytotoxicity of the ethanol extract obtained from the female flowers of Cannabis sativa L using molecular methods in vitro, animal testing in vivo, as well as…

Formononetin (FMN) is a common natural metabolite that can be extracted and isolated from some common botanical drugs. In recent years, FMN has garnered increasing attention due to its beneficial biological activities. In this paper, we sys…

INTRODUCTION: Primary dysmenorrhea (PD) is characterized by pain during the menstrual cycle, affects women's health. Our group developed a traditional Chinese medicine plaster (Wentong plaster, WTT) for the treatment of PD. However, the und…

BACKGROUND: Cold exposure can induce microvascular damage, which in turn contributes to various gynecological disorders. Liangfang Wenjing Decoction (LFWJD), a classical botanical drug prescription, has long been used to treat gynecological…

Danggui Shaoyao San (DSS), a classical multi-herbal formulation of traditional Chinese medicine, demonstrates therapeutic potential for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), Alzheimer's Disease (AD), and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). This re…

Metformin, the most widely used anti-diabetic drug, has been demonstrated to exert various effects, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and cardioprotective properties. Due to its affordability and low toxicity profile, me…

BACKGROUND: Endometrial carcinoma (EC) is one of the most common gynecologic malignancies, with increasing global morbidity and mortality rates. Curcumol, a sesquiterpenoid hemicrystalline compound, exhibits notable pharmacological effects,…

Ovarian cancer is one of the most lethal gynecologic malignancies due to its late diagnosis, high recurrence rate, and chemoresistance. Recently, increasing evidence has emphasized the therapeutic potentials of natural compounds as multi-ta…

Drug discovery plays a crucial role in medicinal chemistry, serving as the cornerstone for developing new treatments to address a wide range of diseases. This review emphasizes the significance of advanced strategies, such as Click Chemistr…

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder, with a reported worldwide prevalence of 5%-20% in women of reproductive age. It is defined primarily by hyperandrogenism, ovulatory dysfunction, and polycystic ovarian morphol…

Arthrospira platensis (Oscillatoriaceae) (AP): commonly known as Spirulina, is a widely cultivated cyanobacterium used as both a dietary supplement and a functional food. Growing evidence suggests potential therapeutic effects in smooth mus…

In recent decades, the pharmacological properties of botanical drugs have been investigated with increasing depth, offering novel insights into their potential for enhancing healthcare. Berberine (BBR) is an alkaloid extracted from the root…

Acute pancreatitis (AP) is a severe inflammatory disorder of the pancreas, characterized by high morbidity and mortality rates. Despite significant advancements in understanding the pathophysiological mechanisms of AP, current treatment opt…

Endometriosis (EMs) is a prevalent benign gynecological disorder characterized by dysmenorrhea and infertility, significantly impacting women's health and quality of life. Currently, the pathogenesis of EMs remains incompletely elucidated. …

BACKGROUND: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common reproductive endocrine disorders affecting women of reproductive age. Insulin resistance (IR) is both a hallmark clinical feature and a key contributor to the pathophysi…

Bioactive substances, especially shikonin (naphthoquinone), which is extracted from Lithospermum erythrorhizon, have drawn much attention as promising substitutes for preventing cancer malignancy. Shikonin (SK) has displayed a broad spectru…

This study aims to extract polysaccharides from Senecio scandens Buch.-Ham. (SSP) using alcohol and water extraction and investigate whether they can be delivered orally to treat atopic dermatitis (AD). In vivo investigations demonstrated t…

Shaoyao Gancao Decoction, a classic formula from Zhang Zhongjing in the Han Dynasty, has the effects of regulating the function of the liver, relieving spasm and stopping pain. Traditionally, it is used to treat pain syndromes related to "s…

ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE: Shaoyao Gancao Decoction (SGD) is a renowned traditional Chinese medicinal formulation widely utilized in Asia. It is particularly effective in treating spastic, painful, and inflammatory conditions, especial…

Ovarian cancer remains a lethal disease marked by profound therapeutic resistance, largely orchestrated by a complex tumor microenvironment (TME) governed by metabolism-immune crosstalk. This review focuses on the spatiotemporal dynamics of…

OBJECTIVE: Chronic inflammation is a key contributor to carcinogenesis, progression, and chemoresistance in ovarian cancer, making inflammatory pathways a logical therapeutic target for the treatment of this disease. Sulindac, a commonly us…