The fraction of quaternary benzophenanthridine alkaloids from roots of Chelidonijim maiMs L., containing chelerythrine and sanguinarine, has been tested for its antiinflammatory activity. On the basis of its low toxicity, high antiinflammatory activity and antimicrobial action, it is recommended for medical use in the treatment of oral inflammatory processes.
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