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A Comprehensive Review of Essential Oils and Their Pharmacological Activities in Neurological Disorders: Exploring Neuroprotective Potential.
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- Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Effects of InhaledPlants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Antioxidant, antimicrobial, and AMPA receptor modulatory activities of selected medicinal plant extracts reveal multitarget pharmacological potential.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Unlocking the Power of Plant-Derived Natural Products: Therapeutic Benefits for Cognitive Health and Neuropsychiatric Symptoms in Dementia-Related Diseases.Plants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Essential Oils: Chemistry and Mechanisms of Anticonvulsant Action.International journal of molecular sciences · 2026Review
- Comparative analysis of flower volatiles from four Jasminum species growing in Egypt using multivariate analysis.Scientific reports · 2026Article
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- Effect of Lavender Essential Oil-based Aromatherapy on Anxiety: An Overview of Results of Recent Randomized Controlled Trials.Current pharmaceutical design · 2026Review
- Integrative phytochemical profiling andFrontiers in nutrition · 2026Article
- Sweet orange essential oil and (+)-limonene prevent oxidative stress, reduce inflammation, and apoptosis in differentiated SH-SY5Y neuroblastoma/BV-2 microglia co-culture neurodegeneration models.BMC complementary medicine and therapies · 2025Article
- Essential oils from Artemisia judaica, Ruta graveolens and Salvia palaestina with antiradical, cytotoxic and AMPA receptor-modulatory activities.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- Antiepileptic and Neuroprotective Biochemical Actions of Sabinene Prevent the Development of Pentylenetetrazol-Induced Seizures and Neuropsychiatric Comorbidities in Mice.Journal of molecular neuroscience : MN · 2025Article
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- Investigating Bergamot Essential Oil (BEO) Properties: Cytoprotection in Neuronal Cells Exposed to Heavy Metals and Antibacterial Activities.Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Composition, Antimicrobial, Anti-Inflammatory, and Potential Neuroprotective Activities of Volatile Oils in Solid Wood Boards from Different Tree Ages ofInternational journal of molecular sciences · 2025Article
- The neuroprotective role of volatile oils: insights into chemical profiles, characteristics, neurochemical mechanisms, and preclinical studies in Alzheimer's disease.Inflammopharmacology · 2025Review
- Therapeutic Effects of Lavender Oil on Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetes Mellitus and Experimental Thrombosis.Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Therapeutic applications of eucalyptus essential oils.Inflammopharmacology · 2025Review
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Abstract
Numerous studies have demonstrated essential oils' diverse chemical compositions and pharmacological properties encompassing antinociceptive, anxiolytic-like, and anticonvulsant activities, among other notable effects. The utilization of essential oils, whether inhaled, orally ingested, or applied topically, has commonly been employed as adjunctive therapy for individuals experiencing anxiety, insomnia, convulsions, pain, and cognitive impairment. The utilization of synthetic medications in the treatment of various disorders and symptoms is associated with a wide array of negative consequences. Consequently, numerous research groups across the globe have been prompted to explore the efficacy of natural alternatives such as essential oils. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the existing literature on the pharmacological properties of essential oils and their derived compounds and the underlying mechanisms responsible for these observed effects. The primary emphasis is on essential oils and their constituents, specifically targeting the nervous system and exhibiting significant potential in treating neurodegenerative disorders. The current state of research in this field is characterized by its preliminary nature, highlighting the necessity for a more comprehensive overlook of the therapeutic advantages of essential oils and their components. Integrating essential oils into conventional therapies can enhance the effectiveness of comprehensive treatment regimens for neurodegenerative diseases, offering a more holistic approach to addressing the multifaceted nature of these conditions.
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