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Planta Med 1993; 59(6): 485-490
DOI: 10.1055/s-2006-959744
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Abietane Acids: Sources, Biological Activities, and Therapeutic Uses

Arturo San Feliciano, Marina Gordaliza, Miguel A. Salinero, José M. Miguel del Corral
  • Laboratorio de Química Farmacéutica, Facultad de Farmacia, Universidad de Salamanca, E-37007 Salamanca, Spain
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1993

1993

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04 January 2007 (online)

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Abstract

The biological activities of natural abietane acids and their derivatives have been reviewed from 1967 to 1992. Antimicrobial, antiulcer, and cardiovascular activities are the most representative for this class of diterpenoids, while others like allergenic, antiallergic, filmogenic, surfactant, antifeedant, etc. activities, which determine several uses of abietane acids, have also been reported.

Key words

Abietane acids - antimicrobial - antiulcer - cardiovascular - toxicity