shikonin has been researched along with aloe-emodin* in 1 studies
1 review(s) available for shikonin and aloe-emodin
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Quinones derived from plant secondary metabolites as anti-cancer agents.
Quinones are plant-derived secondary metabolites that present some anti-proliferation and anti-metastasis effects in various cancer types both in vitro and in vivo. This review focuses on the anti-cancer prospects of plant-derived quinones, namely, aloe-emodin, juglone, β-lapachol, plumbagin, shikonin, and thymoquinone. We intend to summarize their anti-cancer effects and investigate the mechanism of actions to promote the research and development of anti-cancer agents from quinones. Topics: Anthraquinones; Antineoplastic Agents, Phytogenic; Benzoquinones; Cell Line, Tumor; Cell Survival; Humans; Naphthoquinones; Neoplasms; Plant Extracts | 2013 |