Main description:

This book provides a comprehensive review of the literature available on satureja covering the ethnomedicine, micromorphology, the main secondary metabolites in its various species, as well it's important biological and pharmacological activities and the underlying mechanism of action for some of its medicinal properties. There is also discussion of the pharmacological evidence for the various therapeutic activities of Satureja spp., especially on the basis of traditional usage, the treatment of muscle pains, cramps, diarrhea, stomach pain, and blood pressure along with some new areas such as cytoprotection and anti-hyperlipidemia. This book offers a useful guide for researchers in the field of pharmaceutical sciences and natural medicines as well as students and residents in the fields of pharmacognosy and phytochemistry.

Contents:

Introduction.- Satureja: Ethno-pharmacology and Ethno-medicine.- Phytochemical Contents.- Biological activities.- Pharmacological and Biochemical Activity.- Micromorphological Characterizations.- Satureja Bakhtiarica: Phytochemistry and pharmacology.- Discussion and Conclusion.