Antiulcer agents: From plant extracts to phytochemicals in healing promotion

  • Mehdi Sharifi-Rad
  • , Patrick Valere Tsouh Fokou
  • , Farukh Sharopov
  • , Miquel Martorell
  • , Adedayo Oluwaseun Ademiluyi
  • , Jovana Rajkovic
  • , Bahare Salehi
  • , Natália Martins
  • , Marcello Iriti
  • , Javad Sharifi-Rad

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Abstract

In this narrative review, we have comprehensively reviewed the plant sources used as antiulcer agents. From traditional uses as herbal remedies, we have moved on to preclinical evidence, critically discussing the in vitro and in vivo studies focusing on plant extracts and even isolated phytochemicals with antiulcerogenic potential. A particular emphasis was also paid to Helicobacter pylori activity, with emphasis on involved mechanisms of action. Lastly, the issue of safety profile of these plant products has also been addressed.

Original languageEnglish
Article number1751
JournalMolecules
Volume23
Issue number7
DOIs
StatePublished - 2018
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Bioactive phytochemicals
  • Gastric cancer
  • Helicobacter pylori
  • Herbal remedies
  • Peptic ulcer
  • Traditional healing systems

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