Herbs and Herbal Extracts
Zingiber officinale Rosc (ZOR)
General Background
It is a traditional oriental herbal medicine (called “Sheng Jiang” in Chinese).
Effects and Interactions
ZOR may have anti-influenza effects.
Mechanisms
The herb may not have direct inhibitory effect on the growth of influenza virus. Its antiviral effects may be mediated through activation of macrophage and production [...]
