Xiaoai Jiedu Recipe Reduces Cell Survival and Induces Apoptosis in Hepatocellular Carcinoma by Stimulating Autophagy via the AKT/mTOR Pathway

The Xiaoai Jiedu recipe (XJR) is a traditional Chinese medicine formulation used in clinical settings to treat liver cancer. It has shown promising effectiveness by combining herbal and animal-derived ingredients, offering a new approach to cancer treatment. However, its mechanism of action is poorly understood.