Possible therapeutic effects of Crocus sativus stigma and its petal flavonoid, kaempferol, on respiratory disorders
Context Crocus sativus L. (Iridaceae), or saffron, has been used as food additives and spices. In the traditional medicine of Iran, C. sativus has been used for the treatment of liver disorders, coughs, and as an anti-inflammatory agent for eyes. Objective The current study reviewed the possible the...
Main Authors: | Majid Kianmehr, Mohammad Reza Khazdair |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2020-01-01
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Series: | Pharmaceutical Biology |
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Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/13880209.2020.1844762 |
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