systematic_review
    2023

    A comprehensive review of emodin in fibrosis treatment

    HaoShang, Jia X, Liu H, Zhang X, Shao Y

    Published in Fitoterapia

    Methodology

    Evidence synthesis of mechanism, pharmacokinetics and toxicology of emodin in organ fibrosis, including formulation strategies

    Key Findings

    Anti-fibrotic effects are reported across organs but the underlying evidence is conflicting and mechanistically complex.

    Conclusions

    Findings are inconsistent and cannot support clinical use.

    Limitations

    Conflicting primary studies; preclinical only.

    Supplements Studied

    Emodin
    Compound

    Moreover, the evidence of some studies is conflicting and confusing.

    Study Details

    Year:2023
    Quality Score:5/10

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    Disclosures

    Funding

    Not reported

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