摘要:
The present invention relates to formulations made up from extracts from Ganoderma lucidum, rhizome of Coptis chinensis, Radix astragali, Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn, Chaenomeles speciosa, and Fructus Aurantii. Pursuant to the invention, the formulations are used to treat obesity and the biological sequelae of obesity including cholesterol levels and glucose levels. While not limited to any particular mechanism of action the formulations may assert their effects by altering gene expression, in particular, the expression of PPARγ, FABP4, CPT1, UCP2, and AMPK.
摘要:
The present invention relates to extracts of Sophora Flavescens, and compounds isolated therefrom for use in modulating airway smooth muscle contractility. Methods of creating enriched extracts of Sophora Flavescens are disclosed, as are specific compounds isolated therefrom. Methods for the treatment of disorders involving airway smooth muscle, such as asthma, using the compounds and extracts described herein are also disclosed.
摘要:
The present invention relates to compounds and formulations derived from traditional Chinese medicine for use for the treatment and/or mediation of food allergies, in particular peanut allergies in humans by altering the activity and/or production of IgE.
摘要:
The present invention relates to extracts of Sophora Flavascens, and compounds isolated therefrom for use in modulating airway smooth muscle contractility. Methods of creating enriched extracts of Sophora Flavascens are disclosed, as are specific compounds isolated therefrom. Methods for the treatment of disorders involving airway smooth muscle, such as asthma, using the compounds and extracts described herein are also disclosed.
摘要:
Administration of an expression gene construct for IFN-.gamma. to an affected organ is an effective means of reversing antigen-induced inflammation. Suitable allergic diseases for treatment include atopic asthma, rhinitis, and dermatitis.
摘要:
The present invention provides herbal compositions that can prevent or reduce the severity, intensity, or duration of allergic and/or asthmatic symptoms and/or can prevent or delay the development of an allergic or asthmatic response to an antigen. The compositions may optionally include one or more adjuvants, cytokines, encapsulating materials, or pharmaceutical carriers or excipients, and may be administered prior to, during, or after the development of allergic or asthmatic symptoms in sensitized individuals. Alternatively or additionally, the compositions may be administered prior to sensitization to a particular antigen; preferably substantially concurrently with exposure to the antigen.
摘要:
The present invention provides herbal formulas, and compositions thereof, that can treat or reduce the severity, intensity, or duration of asthma and asthma-related symptoms. The compositions may optionally include one or more adjuvants, cytokines, encapsulating materials, or pharmaceutically acceptable carriers or excipients, and may be administered prior to, during, or after the development of asthmatic symptoms in a patient in need thereof.
摘要:
The invention relates to a glucan having a beta-(1,3)-backbone with one or more beta-(1,3)-side chains linked thereto for use in the treatment of asthma and related diseases of abnormal pulmonary function in an animal. Also described is a method of treating asthma and related diseases of abnormal pulmonary function in an animal comprising administering to said animal an effective amount of a glucan having a beta-(1,3)-backbone with one or more beta-(1,3)-side chains linked thereto.
摘要:
The present invention provides herbal formulas, and compositions thereof, that can treat or reduce the severity, intensity, or duration of food allergy and food allergy related symptoms. The compositions may optionally include one or more adjuvants, cytokines, encapsulating materials, or pharmaceutically acceptable carriers or excipients, and may be administered prior to, during, or after the development of food allergy-related symptoms in a patient in need thereof.
摘要:
The present invention provides herbal formulas, and compositions thereof, that can treat or reduce the severity, intensity, or duration of food allergy and food allergyrelated symptoms. The compositions may optionally include one or more adjuvants, cytokines, encapsulating materials, or pharmaceutically acceptable carriers or excipients, and may be administered prior to, during, or after the development of food allergy-related symptoms in a patient in need thereof.