A review on biological sources, chemistry and pharmacological activities of pinostrobin

Abstract

<p>Pinostrobin, a dietary bioflavonoid discovered more than 6 decades ago in the heart-wood of pine (<i>Pinus strobus</i>), has depicted many pharmacological activities including anti-viral, anti-oxidant, anti-leukaemic, anti-inflammatory and anti-aromatase activities. It is an inhibitor of sodium channel and Ca²⁺ signalling pathways and also inhibits intestinal smooth muscle contractions. In spite of the fact that pinostrobin has an application as functional foods, till-to-date no comprehensive review on pinostrobin has been carried out. Hence, the present review deals with the biological sources, chemistry and pharmacological activities of pinostrobin.</p