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Ann Med Res. 1996; 3(4): 386-391


Propolis : medical properties and ophthalmologic use

 

Dr. İbrahim F. Hepşen1, Dr. Fikret Tilgen1, Dr. Hamdi Er1

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Abstract


 


Propolis is a natural hive product which is collected from buds, and produced by honey bee. The major compounds of propolis are flavonoids and caffeic acid esters which are also responsible for biologic activity of propolis. Propolis has been long used by folk medicine. It possesses versatile biologic activities proved on a scientific basis, including antimicrobial, antiinflammatory, regenerative, antioxidant, and cytostatic. We reviewed the current literature for propolis which is being more popular remedy recommended many different purposes. These properties of propolis may be new horizon in the treatment of some pathologies. [Journal of Turgut Ozal Medical Center 1996;3(4):386-391]

Key Words: Propolis, antiinfective agents, antiinflammatory, antioxidant, cytostatic








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