Review Article
Year: 2019 | Month: August | Volume: 6 | Issue: 8 | Pages: 234-239
Neuroprotective Effect of Astaxanthin in the Animal Model of Spinal Cord and Traumatic Brain Injury: A Review
Sanjeev Kumar1, Vijay Thawani2
1Research Scholar, 2Professor & Head
Department of Pharmacology, People’s College of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Bhopal, India. 462037.
Corresponding Author: Vijay Thawani
ABSTRACT
Astaxanthin (AST), (family xanthophylls), is a food colorant used for animal, fish and nutritional supplements in humans. It has antioxidant activity. Brain and spinal cord injuries need neuroprotective treatment. The AST protects neuronal apoptosis and promotes regeneration. It quenches the free radicals to inhibit lipid peroxidation of neurons and promotes antioxidant enzyme production. Additionally the AST possesses anti-inflammatory property and prevents brain edema.
Key words: Astaxanthin, Spinal cord injury, Traumatic brain injury, Neuroprotection, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory.
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