Publications by authors named "Rieko Gomyou"
Aim Of The Study: This investigation evaluated anti-influenza virus activity of 50% ethanol extract of the fruit of Chaenomeles sinensis K(OEHNE), which is widely used as a traditional Chinese medicine to treat throat diseases.
Material And Methods: Type A and B influenza viruses were treated with the extract at various concentrations for 1h at room temperature; then the plaque titers of the treated viruses were determined. The neutralizing component in the extract was partially purified using HP20 column chromatography.