Abstract
Quercetin (Q) is a ubiquitous flavonoid founded in several natural sources, mainly in skin apples and red onions. Q possesses potent antioxidant properties, as well as metal-chelating property, sufficient reasons for years worthy of investigation. Experimental evidence shows that Q possesses anti-inflammatory and antifibrotic capacities, which together are beneficial for the treatment of liver diseases. This chapter will explain how Q exerts its effect on liver diseases and the relevant aspects of its chemistry and pharmacokinetic and pharmaceutical technologies. Nevertheless, toxicological effects of Q were also reported; for this reason more studies are necessary to determine the best conditions for the use of Q for the treatment of liver diseases.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Liver Pathophysiology |
Subtitle of host publication | Therapies and Antioxidants |
Publisher | Elsevier |
Pages | 653-674 |
Number of pages | 22 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780128043219 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780128042748 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 23 Mar 2017 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antifibrogenic
- Antioxidant
- Flavonoid
- Hepatocellular carcinoma
- Liver diseases
- Pharmaceutical technology
- Pharmacokinetic
- Quercetin
- Toxicological effects