Abstract There has been an upsurge in the discovery of bioactive phytochemicals
having a chemopreventive ability against various diseases including immunological
disorders and cancer. Based on their uses in Ayurveda or herbal medicine, many
plants have been the subject of experimental evaluation to provide a scientific rationale
for their medicinal values.
In this regard, Tinospora has a long history of use against various ailments including spasms, inflammation, arthritis, allergy, diabetes, cardiotoxicity, and immunosuppression. However, scientific evidences for its biological activities are limited. Recently, many studies have been carried out to support the acclaimed as well as to discover the novel potential of Tinospora which
have also revealed its anticancer and radioprotective activities. Overall, the anticancer
and immunomodulatory activities of Tinospora and its bioactive components
could be further explored in relevant experimental model systems for its potential
clinical benefits.
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