HERBAL EXTRACT FOR PROMOTION OF RELEASE OF GROWTH HORMONE

摘要

PURPOSE: A herbal extract obtained by extracting Persicae Semen in alcohol or a mixed solvent of alcohol and water is provided. Therefore, the extract can be effectively used in prevention and treatment of various diseases related with growth hormone because it has high growth hormone releasing activity. CONSTITUTION: Alcohol or a mixed solvent of alcohol and water is added to Persicae Semen, hydrolyzed with a 0.1 to 2N acid or base solution, neutralized and then extracted with alcohol or a mixed solvent of alcohol and water. The alcohol or a mixed solvent of alcohol and water is selected from the group consisting of 10 to 100% ethyl alcohol, 10 to 100% methyl alcohol and spirit. The Persicae Semen has an LD50 value of 222.5g±7.5g/kg as measured by assays against mice.