Curcumin Derivatives in Medicinal Chemistry: Potential Applications in Cancer Treatment
Curcumin, a naturally occurring compound found in the rhizome of <i>Curcuma</i> plants, particularly in turmeric (<i>Curcuma longa</i> L.), exhibits a broad range of biological activities, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer properties. Curcumin has demon...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2024-11-01
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| Series: | Molecules |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/29/22/5321 |
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| Summary: | Curcumin, a naturally occurring compound found in the rhizome of <i>Curcuma</i> plants, particularly in turmeric (<i>Curcuma longa</i> L.), exhibits a broad range of biological activities, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer properties. Curcumin has demonstrated effectiveness in inhibiting tumor growth, arousing interest for its potential in treating various cancers, such as breast, lung, prostate, and brain cancers. However, the clinical application of curcumin is limited due to its low chemical stability, poor water solubility, and low bioavailability. In response to these challenges, structural modifications of curcumin have been explored to improve its pharmacological properties, including enhanced anticancer selectivity index and bioavailability. This review highlights promising chemical modifications of curcumin that could lead to the development of more effective anticancer therapies. By functionalizing the parent curcumin molecule, researchers aim to create more stable and bioavailable compounds with enhanced therapeutic potential, making curcumin derivatives promising candidates for medical applications. |
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| ISSN: | 1420-3049 |