OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The H4-Index of Journal of Ethnopharmacology is 55. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-04-01 to 2025-04-01.)

Article	Citations
Efficacy and safety of traditional plant-based medicines for preventing chronic oxaliplatin-induced peripheral neurotoxicity in patients with colorectal cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis w	379
Pharmacological effects and mechanisms of danlong oral liquid in asthma airway remodeling: Insights from serum medicinal chemistry, network pharmacology, and experimental validation	196
Corrigendum to “The extract from Hyssopus cuspidatus Boriss. Prevents bronchial airway remodeling by inhibiting mouse bronchial wall thickening and hASMC proliferation and migration” [J. Ethnopharmaco	138
Corrigendum to “Huang-Lian-Jie-Du-Decotion induced protective autophagy against the injury of cerebral ischemia/reperfusion via MAPK-mTOR signaling pathway” [J. Ethnopharmacol. 149(2013) 270-280]	129
Corrigendum to “Tubeimoside I promotes angiogenesis via activation of eNOS-VEGF signaling pathway” [J. Ethonopharmacol. 267 (2021) 113642]	120
Angong Niuhuang Pill pretreatment alleviates cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury by inhibiting excessive autophagy through the SIRT1-H4K16ac axis	119
The molecular mechanism of Xiaoyaosan in treating major depressive disorder: Integrated analysis of DNA methylation and RNA sequencing of the arcuate nucleus in rats	118
Danhong injection modulates microglial polarization and neuroinflammation via the JUNB/NF-κB pathway in ischemic stroke	116
Integrating metabolomics and network pharmacology to investigate Da-Chai-Hu Decoction prevents kidney injury in diabetic mice	115
Cordycepin Extracted from Cordyceps militaris mitigated CUMS-induced depression of rats via targeting GSK3β/β-catenin signaling pathway	113
Broad range lipidomics and metabolomics coupled with 16S rRNA sequencing to reveal the mechanisms of Huangkui Capsule against cisplatin-induced nephrotoxicity	112
The petroleum ether extracts of Chloranthus fortunei(A. Gray) Solms-Laub.with bioactivities: A rising source in HCC drug treatment	103
Analgesic and anti-inflammatory activities of NPK 500 capsules, a Cassia sieberiana DC. - Based herbal analgesic medicine used to treat dysmenorrhea and peptic ulcer, is mediated through the inhibitio	102
Curcuma oil ameliorates benign prostatic hyperplasia through suppression of the nuclear factor-kappa B signaling pathway in rats	95
Investigating the mechanism of cornel iridoid glycosides on type 2 diabetes mellitus using serum and urine metabolites in rats	93
Panax ginseng against myocardial ischemia/reperfusion injury: A review of preclinical evidence and potential mechanisms	93
Epimedii Folium and Curculiginis Rhizoma ameliorate lipopolysaccharides-induced cognitive impairment by regulating the TREM2 signaling pathway	88
Bao Yuan decoction alleviates fatigue by restraining inflammation and oxidative stress via the AMPK/CRY2/PER1 signaling pathway	86
Xiaoer niuhuang qingxin powder alleviates influenza a virus infection by inhibiting the activation of the TLR4/MyD88/NF-κB signaling pathway	85
Network pharmacology alliance with experimental validation unveils the anti-colorectal cancer mechanism of Xianlian Jiedu decoction	80
Beneficial effects of the herbal medicine zuo gui wan in a mice model of Alzheimer's disease via Drp1-Mediated inhibition of mitochondrial fission and activation of AMPK/PGC-1α-regulated mitochondrial	79
Aqueous extract of Cornus officinalis alleviate NAFLD via protecting hepatocytes proliferation through regulation of the tricarboxylic acid cycle	78
Chinese herbal formula Regan Saibisitan alleviates airway inflammation of chronic bronchitis via inhibiting the JAK2/STAT3 pathway	77
Total saponins from Panax japonicus reduced lipid deposition and inflammation in hepatocyte via PHD2 and hepatic macrophage-derived exosomal miR-463-5p	74
Antiviral properties of essential oil mixture: Modulation of E7 and E2 protein pathways in human papillomavirus (HPV) infection	73

Huanglian Ganjiang Decoction alleviates DSS-induced colitis through suppressing inflammation and protecting intestinal barrier: From the perspective of disassembling prescriptions	73
Bio-affinity ultrafiltration combined with UPLC Q-Exactive Plus Orbitrap HRMS to screen potential COX-2 and 5-LOX inhibitors in mulberry (Morus alba L.) leaf	73
Integrated bioinformatics and multi-omics to investigate the mechanism of Rhododendron molle Flos-induced hepatotoxicity	73
Hepatoprotective efficacy of Argemone mexicana L. root in paracetamol-induced hepatotoxicity in a rat model	73
Dihuang Yinzi improves scopolamine-induced learning and memory impairment by regulating plasma exosome-derived BDNF	70
Xinnaoxin capsule alleviates neuropathological changes and cognitive deficits in Alzheimer's disease mouse model induced by D-galactose and aluminum chloride via reducing neuroinflammation and protect	70
Discovering the compatibility of Coptidis Rhizoma and Gardeniae Fructus in attenuating hepatotoxicity through the association rules analysis of related formula	70
Plantaginis Herba attenuates adriamycin-induced nephropathy: Molecular mechanism insights by integrated transcriptomic and experimental validation	70
Cumulative experience meets modern science: Remarkable effects of TongXieYaoFang formula on facilitating intestinal mucosal healing and secretory function	66
Smilax china L. polyphenols inhibit LPS-induced macrophage M1 polarization to alleviate inflammation through NF-κB signaling pathway in vitro and in vivo	66
Secondary metabolite contents and safety assessment study of the aqueous extract from the Algerian Echium trygorrhizum Pomel roots	65
From marine debris to a valuable medical resource: A review on biology, chemistry, ethnopharmacology, bioactivity and application in biomedical materials of cuttlebone	65
Liuwei Anshen Capsule alleviates cognitive impairment induced by sleep deprivation by reducing neuroapoptosis and inflammation	65
Anti-depressant-like effect of fermented Gastrodia elata Bl. by regulating monoamine levels and BDNF/NMDAR pathways in mice	63
Qianghuo Shengshi decoction exerts anti-inflammatory and analgesic via MAPKs/CREB signaling pathway	62
Mechanism of Tianma-Gouteng granules lowering blood pressure based on the bile acid-regulated Farnesoid X Receptor-Fibroblast Growth Factor 15- Cholesterol 7α-hydroxylase pathway	61
Exploring the potential active components and mechanisms of Tetrastigma hemsleyanum against ulcerative colitis based on network pharmacology in LPS-induced RAW264.7 cells	61
Lianhua Qingke Tablet in severe pneumonia: Clinical efficacy and immunoregulatory mechanisms	59
Crassifolin A prolongs lifespan and healthspan in Caenorhabditis elegans via activating autophagy	58
Rg1 improves Alzheimer's disease by regulating mitochondrial dynamics mediated by the AMPK/Drp1 signaling pathway	58
Anti-inflammatory and non-toxic effects of Doyerea emetocathartica aqueous extract in mice	57
Corrigendum to “Kuntai capsule for the treatment of diminished ovarian reserve: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials” [J. Ethnopharmacol. 329 (2024) 118167]	57
Sesquiterpene lactones from Cichorium intybus exhibit potent anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective effects by repression of NF-κB and enhancement of NRF2	56
Zexieyin formula alleviates atherosclerosis with cognitive impairment: A novel role in the treatment of comorbidities and its underlying mechanisms	56
Corrigendum to “Multi-omics joint analysis reveals the mechanism underlying Chinese herbal Yougui Pill in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis” [J. Ethnopharmacol. 338P3 (2025) 119098]	56
Characterization and neurotherapeutic evaluation of venom polypeptides identified from Vespa magnifica: The role of Mastoparan-M in Parkinson’s disease intervention	56
Revealing the most effective anticonvulsant part of Malvaviscus arboreus Dill. Ex Cav. and its acute and sub-acute toxicity	56
Mechanism of Marsdenia tenacissima in treating breast cancer by targeting the MAPK signaling pathway: Utilising metabolomics, network pharmacology, and In vivo experiments for verification	56
A review on traditional usages, chemical constituents and pharmacological activities of periploca forrestii schltr	56
Integrating metabolomics and network pharmacology to explore the mechanism of Xiangshao Sanjie Oral Liquid in treating rats with mammary gland hyperplasia	56
Asperosaponin VI protects against spermatogenic dysfunction in mice by regulating testicular cell proliferation and sex hormone disruption	55
Effect of the traditional Chinese herb Helminthostachys zeylanica on postsurgical recovery in patients with ankle fracture: A double-blinded randomized controlled clinical trial	55
Shengjiang Xiexin decoction mitigates murine Clostridium difficile infection through modulation of the gut microbiota and bile acid metabolism	55
Qingda granule ameliorates vascular remodeling and phenotypic transformation of adventitial fibroblasts via suppressing the TGF-β1/Smad2/3 pathway	55
In vitro dual activity of Aloe marlothii roots and its chemical constituents against Plasmodium falciparum asexual and sexual stage parasites	55