Curcumin as a Natural Therapeutic Agent: A Rapid Review of Potential Clinical Uses and Mechanisms of Action
| Author | Mohammad Mohajeri | en |
| Author | Reza Momenai | en |
| Author | Somayyeh Karami-Mohajeri | en |
| Author | Mandana Ohadi | en |
| Author | Mohammad Amin Raeisi Estabragh | en |
| Orcid | Reza Momenai [0000-0002-4126-936X] | en |
| Orcid | Mohammad Amin Raeisi Estabragh [0000-0001-5992-1654] | en |
| Issued Date | 2025-12-31 | en |
| Abstract | Context: Curcumin, a natural compound derived from the rhizome of the turmeric plant, exhibits various pharmacological and therapeutic effects through distinct cellular and molecular mechanisms. Evidence Acquisition: Given the therapeutic applications and pharmacological properties of curcumin, it is essential to explore its pharmacological effects for potential use in clinical research. Notably, curcumin demonstrates significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties. Importantly, no side effects or specific toxicity have been reported for curcumin. Results: Curcumin, as a natural compound, can be utilized as a drug supplement in treatment regimens for various diseases. Numerous clinical studies have indicated that curcumin enhances the efficacy of chemotherapy drugs or mitigates their side effects when used concurrently. Conclusions: This review presents an overview of studies conducted on the pharmacological effects and therapeutic properties of curcumin. | en |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.5812/ijpr-156983 | en |
| Keyword | Curcumin | en |
| Keyword | Pharmacological Effects | en |
| Keyword | Therapeutic Properties | en |
| Keyword | Antioxidant | en |
| Keyword | Anti-inflammatory | en |
| Keyword | Anti-cancer | en |
| Publisher | Brieflands | en |
| Title | Curcumin as a Natural Therapeutic Agent: A Rapid Review of Potential Clinical Uses and Mechanisms of Action | en |
| Type | Review Article | en |