PROMOTION OF LYMPHATIC FUNCTION

摘要

The present invention refers to lipophilic extracts of members of the Iridaceae family, such as Iris germanica and/or Iris pallida, that have been found to promote lymphatic function. These extracts are suitable for the treatment of skin inflammation, rheumatoid arthritis, impaired wound healing, chronic inflammatory diseases, chronic airway inflammation, inflammatory bowel disease, rosacea, primary and/or secondary lymphedemas. The most active components were found to be the iridals.

主权项

1. A method for treating a disease related to impaired lymphatic function comprising administering to a subject in need thereof a lipophilic extract of a member of the Iridaceae family selected from the group consisting of Iris germanica, Iris pallida, and mixtures thereof.