From traditional Chinese medicine to molecular oncology – pleiotropic effects of tauroursodeoxycholic acid

In this paper, we aim to summarize the latest findings on the therapeutic potential of TUDCA in a broader clinical context. New findings show that TUDCA finds use not only in the treatment of hepatic disorders, but also in the treatment of cancer, neurodegenerative and cardiovascular diseases, gastrointestinal dysfunctions and glucose metabolism disorders. Due to its multifunctional effects, TUDCA appears to be a promising substance with the potential to become an important part of modern medicine in the treatment of diverse pathological conditions.