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Antitumor Activity of Polysaccharides: An Overview
1Active Carbohydrate Research Center, College of Chemistry, Chongqing Normal University, Chongqing, 401331, China.
Current Drug Targets
|July 6, 2017
Summary
Polysaccharides, vital biomolecules, show significant antitumor properties with minimal side effects. Further research highlights their potential as promising anticancer agents.
Area of Science:
- Biochemistry
- Pharmacology
- Immunology
Background:
- Polysaccharides are fundamental biomolecules in living organisms, essential for various physiological functions.
- They exhibit diverse biological activities, including antitumor, antiviral, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory effects.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent findings on polysaccharides with demonstrated antitumor activity.
- To analyze and discuss the mechanisms underlying the anticancer effects of various polysaccharides.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of scientific publications.
- Analysis of reported antitumor activities and mechanisms of polysaccharides.
Main Results:
- Identified numerous polysaccharide species exhibiting significant antitumor effects.
- Detailed discussion on the diverse mechanisms through which these polysaccharides exert their anticancer actions.
Conclusions:
- Polysaccharides possess considerable antitumor potential.
- These compounds represent promising candidates for the development of novel anticancer therapies with broad application prospects.
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