Formulations comprising extracts from primitive plant species (mosses, ferns and lichens) to treat and prevent cancers
AssigneeSouthern Connecticut State University
InventorsSarah Crawford, Erin Boisvert
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Abstract
Disclosed are extracts prepared from primitive plants and fungi that have anti-cancer properties. The extracts are prepared by pulverizing the biological matter in a diluent. The extract can be administered to an individual or animal to kill cancer cells, prevent growth of cancer cells and treat cancer. The extracts may be used in combination with other therapeutic protocols.
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A formulation for killing cancer cells in a human in need thereof consisting essentially of therapeutically effective amounts of a culture media supporting growth of cancer cells, fetal bovine serum, an extract of maidenhair fern, and a solvent selected from the group consisting of methanol, ethanol and dimethylsulfoxide.
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