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An Introduction: Terpenes as Anticancer
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Author(s): Anjali Sharma (Guru Gobind Singh College of Pharmacy, India), Vishnu Mittal (Guru Gobind Singh College of Pharmacy, India)and Devkant Sharma (Ch. DeviLal College of Pharmacy, India)
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 30
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Analyzing Terpenes' Role in Cancer Treatment
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Bhawna Chopra (Guru Gobind Singh College of Pharmacy, India), Ashwani Kumar Dhingra (Global Research Institute of Pharmacy, India), Priyanka Kriplani (Guru Gobind Singh College of Pharmacy, India)and Ritu Ojha (Cathay General Hospital, Taiwan)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-6972-2.ch001
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Abstract
Terpenes, a class of chemical molecules produced by many plants, have garnered significant interest for their potential applications in cancer and other medical fields. Known for their biological effects beyond just their scent, terpenes have demonstrated capabilities to combat cancer, bacteria, and inflammation. Recent studies in cancer research have shown that terpenes can inhibit cancer cell proliferation, induce cell death, and enhance the efficacy of conventional chemotherapy. Various terpene compounds, such as sesquiterpenes like artemisinin, diterpenes like taxol, and monoterpenes like limonene and pinene, have been found to block vasculature and slow tumor growth. Furthermore, studies have shown that terpenes can effectively treat several types of cancers, including lung, prostate, and breast cancer. Incorporating terpenes into traditional cancer treatments could open new avenues for more effective and potent cancer therapies. This chapter focuses on the most promising terpenes and their potential medical applications.
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