Inhibitory effects of Angelicae Gigantis Radix on osteoclast formation.

Angelicae Gigantis Radix (AGR) is one of the most widely used herbal medications. AGR is the dried root of Angelica gigas Nakai (Umbelliferae), which is known as Korean angelica. This study investigated the effects of AGR on osteoclast formation using primary bone marrow cells.

Protective effects of a novel herbal decoction on focal cerebral ischemia in a rodent model.

Background: Herbs have been used to treat stroke and coma patient in traditional Korean medicine (TKM). The novel decoction, Guhpoongchungsimhwan (GCH), was developed on the basis of clinical data and TKM theory.

Methods: We examined the neuroprotective effect of GCH on cerebral ischemia.

Effects of ephedrae herba on melanogenesis and gene expression profiles using cDNA microarray in B16 melanocytes.

Ephedrae Herba (EH) is obtained by drying the stems of Ephedra sinica Stapf (family Ephedraceae). EH has been used clinically to treat colds and to reduce edema in skin. The effects of EH on melanogenesis were studied in B16 murine melanocytes.