Review paper
Immunotropic and anti-tumor effects of plant adaptogens. III. Astragalus (Fabaceae)
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Publication date: 2011-06-20
Cent Eur J Immunol 2011;36(2):104-107
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Astragalus (Fabaceae) has been used in traditional Chinese medicine, usually in combination with other herbs, as an adaptogen and an immune system enhancer. This paper presents a brief review of the scientific publications on immunotropic and anti-tumor activity of this plant and its historical and present medical use.