Comprehensive review of the traditional uses and the potential benefits of epimedium folium
Jialu Cui, Lin Lin, Feiran Hao, Zhuo Shi, Yehui Gao, Yehui Gao, Tingyu Yang, Chunqi Yang, Xiangjun Wu, Gao Rong, Yi Ru, F Li, Chengrong Xiao, Yue Gao, Yue Gao, Yuguang Wang
Abstract
Epimedium Folium has been extensively utilized for medicinal purposes in China for a significant period. This review undertakes a comprehensive examination of literature pertaining to Epimedium and its metabolites over the past decade, drawing from databases such as PubMed. Through meticulous organization and synthesis of pertinent research findings, including disease models, pharmacological effects, and related aspects, this narrative review sheds light on the principal pharmacological activities and associated mechanisms of Epimedium in safeguarding the reproductive system, promoting bone health, mitigating inflammation, and combating tumors and viral infections. Consequently, this review contributes to a more profound comprehension of the recent advances in Epimedium research.