“HERBAL MEDICINES IN LIVER DISEASE: FRIEND OR FOE?”

Authors

  • Shaik Nafilun Shirina Rbvrr Women’s College Of Pharmacy, Approved By Aicte, Pci. Affiliated To Osmania University, Accredited By Naac Grade B++ Author
  • Sania Mirza Rbvrr Women’s College Of Pharmacy, Approved By Aicte, Pci. Affiliated To Osmania University, Accredited By Naac Grade B++ Author
  • Sofiya Begum Rbvrr Women’s College Of Pharmacy, Approved By Aicte, Pci. Affiliated To Osmania University, Accredited By Naac Grade B++ Author

Abstract

The review article examines the dual role of herbal medicines in liver disease management, highlighting both their therapeutic hepatoprotective benefits and their potential risks for herb-induced liver injury, <source type="bfd058e. Botanicals such as milk thistle, turmeric, licorice, and green tea contain bioactive compounds that exert antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fibrotic effects, offering valuable adjunctive support for conditions like non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and viral hepatitis ac414c3, <source type="334393a, . However, unstandardized preparations, contaminants, and adverse herb-drug interactions present serious safety concerns that can precipitate acute liver damage, <source type="b0f81ae, <source type="6238d50. Ultimately, the authors emphasize that transitioning toward rigorous manufacturing standards and chemical standardization is essential to safely harness the therapeutic potential of traditional remedies in modern hepatology c8db47f, <source type="a12aa7f.

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Published

2026-09-30

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 09 (2026)

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Articles