Synergistic compositions containing aromatic and terpenoid compounds present in alpine galangal

摘要

Invention Patent: B "SYNERGISTIC COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING AROMATIC AND TERPENOID COMPOUNDS PRESENT IN ALPINIA GALANGA" D. New compositions of matter containing aromatic compounds and terpenoids that are present in and can preferably be derived from the plant Alpinia galanga (Zingiberaceae) show synergistic effects with respect to immunomodulation, and they significantly suppress hypersensitivity reactions. Thus, they are useful for the preparation of medicines for these purposes and, more specifically, for the treatment or prevention of IgE-mediated allergic reactions and conditions, such as asthma, allergic rhinitis, atopic eczema, or anaphylaxis, and autoimmune disorders, such as Crohn's, ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, or psoriasis, as well as for pain relief. They can be formulated in drugs, cosmetics or dietary supplements. A process for preparing such Alpinia galanga compositions is also described.