Saponins are natural glycosides which possess a wide range of pharmacological properties including cytotoxic activity. In this review, the recent studies (2005-2009) concerning the cytotoxic activity of saponins have been summarized. The correlations between the structure and the cytotoxicity of both steroid and triterpenoid saponins have been described as well as the most common mechanisms of action. © 2010 The Author(s).
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Podolak, I., Galanty, A., & Sobolewska, D. (2010, September). Saponins as cytotoxic agents: A review. Phytochemistry Reviews. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11101-010-9183-z
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