[#2013-20] Cordyceps Tuli, Hardeep et al. Phamacological and therapeutic potential of Cordyceps

Abstract An entomopathogenic fungus, Cordyceps sp. has been known to have numerous pharmacological and therapeutic  implications, especially, in terms of human health making it a suitable candidate for ethno-pharmacological
use. Main constituent of the extract derived from this fungus comprises a novel bio-metabolite called as Cordycepin
(30deoxyadenosine) which has a very potent anti-cancer, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. The current review
discusses about the broad spectrum potential of Cordycepin including biological and pharmacological actions in immunological,
hepatic, renal, cardiovascular systems as well as an anti-cancer agent. The article also reviews the current efforts to delineate the mechanism of action of Cordycepin in various bio-molecular processes. The study will certainly draw the attention of scientific community to improve the bioactivity and production of Cordycepin for its commercial use in pharmacological and medical fields.