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Antipsychotic activity of embelin isolated from Embelia ribes: A preliminary study.

Author: BNaveen Kumar, BadamiShrishailappa, DhaddeShivsharan B, DurgSharanbasappa, ThippeswamyB S, VandalRavichandra, VeerapurVeeresh P

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Overview

This preliminary study evaluated the antipsychotic activity of embelin, an active constituent of Embelia ribes, against apomorphine-induced climbing behavior in mice and stereotyped behavior in rats. Embelia ribes is a plant used in traditional Indian medicine for the treatment of nervous diseases.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Embelia ribes is claimed in Indian traditional medical practice to be useful in the treatment of nervous diseases. Embelin, an alkyl substituted hydroxy benzoquinone, is a major active constituent of E. ribes. The present preliminary study was intended to evaluate antipsychotic activity of embelin a...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biopha.2017.03.085

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Embelin: A Natural Antipsychotic?

The field of psychopharmacology is always seeking new and effective treatments for mental health conditions. This study investigates the potential antipsychotic activity of embelin, a natural compound isolated from the plant Embelia ribes. The researchers found that embelin exhibited antipsychotic activity in mice and rats, suggesting that this natural compound may hold potential as a therapeutic agent for psychotic disorders.

Embelin: A Potential Natural Antipsychotic

This study provides intriguing evidence for the antipsychotic activity of embelin, a natural compound found in the plant Embelia ribes. The researchers demonstrated that embelin exhibited antipsychotic activity in animal models, suggesting that this natural compound may have therapeutic potential for psychotic disorders. This finding is particularly exciting as it could lead to the development of novel and potentially safer antipsychotic treatments.

Implications for Mental Health and Future Research

This study opens up new possibilities for the development of natural antipsychotic treatments. Further research is needed to confirm these findings and to evaluate the efficacy and safety of embelin in human clinical trials. This research highlights the importance of exploring natural sources for potential therapeutic agents, particularly in the field of mental health where effective and safe treatments are often limited. It's like discovering a hidden oasis in the desert of mental health research, offering a potential source of relief and hope for patients with psychotic disorders.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study is like finding a refreshing oasis in the desert of antipsychotic research, offering a potential source of relief for those suffering from psychotic disorders. While further research is needed, this study provides a promising direction for the development of natural and potentially safer antipsychotic treatments.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2018-02-21
  2. Date Revised 2018-02-21
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

28376400

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.biopha.2017.03.085

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