Research Progress on Chemical Composition and Pharmacological Action of Exocarpium Citri Grandis

Abstract

Exocarpium Citri Grandis is a famous genuine regional drug in Guangdong province, which contains flavonoids, volatile oils, polysaccharides, curmarins and other effective components. In vivo and in vitro experiments have proved that it has many pharmacological actions, such as expelling phlegm and relieving cough, anti-inflammation, anti-oxidation, lowering blood glucose and lipids, protecting myocardium and so on. In order to better control the quality of tangerine and explore its potential pharmacological action, this paper reviews the research progress of Exocarpium Citri Grandis from two aspects of chemical composition and pharmacological action at home and abroad in recent years, and its applications in clinic and food industry are prospected.