Cassia alata (Linnaeus) Roxburgh for Skin: Natural Remedies for Atopic Dermatitis in Asia and Their Pharmacological Activities

Yon, Jessica Ai Lyn and Lee, Sue Kei and Keng, Jing Wen and Chow, Sek Chuen and Liew, Kai Bin and Teo, Swee Sen and Wan Mastura, Shaik Mossadeq and Marriott, Philip J. and Akowuah, Gabriel Akyirem and Long, Chiau Ming * and Goh, Bey Hing * and Chew, Yik-Ling (2023) Cassia alata (Linnaeus) Roxburgh for Skin: Natural Remedies for Atopic Dermatitis in Asia and Their Pharmacological Activities. Cosmetics, 10 (1). ISSN 2079-9284

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Abstract

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is an inflamed skin condition with relapsing pruritus and cutaneous physiological dysfunction. This skin disorder is widespread around the world and frequently affects infants, children and adults. Natural products with bioactive lead compounds are the source of natural medicines for complementary and alternative therapy in managing AD. Cassia alata has been used traditionally as a remedy for a variety of health issues. In Asian countries, it is used as an ethnomedicine to treat skin conditions such pityriasis versicolor, ringworm, scabies, shingles, urticaria and itching. According to previously published studies, the phytochemicals in C. alata may have a wide range of significant pharmacological effects. AD management is highlighted here, as this review explores the literature on the pharmacological effects of C. alata and its phytochemical content. Specifically, antibacterial, wound healing, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects are reviewed and discussed in relation to AD management.

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