Exploring the therapeutic potential of Neem (Azadirachta Indica) for the treatment of prostate cancer: a literature review.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objective

Multiple studies have demonstrated the medical potency of plant extracts and specific phytochemicals as therapeutics for prostate cancer (PCa) patients. Of note, the Neem plant known for its role as an antibiotic and anti-inflammatory is underexplored with an untapped potential for further development. This review focuses on extracts and phytochemicals derived from the Neem tree (Latin name; Azadirachta indica), commonly used throughout Southeast Asia for the prevention and treatment of a wide array of diseases including cancer. To date, there are more than 130 biologically active compounds that have been isolated from the Neem tree including azadirachtin, nimbolinin, nimbin, nimbidin, nimbidol, which have demonstrated a wide range of biological acti

SUBMITTER: Batra N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9358515 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature