Review: Amarogentin: A Review Of Its Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics And Toxicity

This review provides a comprehensive analysis of Amarogentin (AMA), a secoiridoid glycoside from the Gentianaceae family, highlighting its significant pharmacological effects. AMA demonstrates liver protection, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antibacterial properties. Pharmacokinetic studies show rapid elimination and wide distribution of AMA in the body. Toxicity research indicates low toxicity to most cell types, although long-term and high-dose animal toxicity data are lacking. The therapeutic potential of AMA for liver fibrosis, cancer and diabetes is promising but further research is needed to explore its mechanisms, targets, toxicity and enhance oral bioavailability.

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Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Published
2026-01-28
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https://doi.org/10.36721/pjps.2026.39.3.reg.14477.1
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Phytochemistry and Biological Activities
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Review: Amarogentin: A Review Of Its Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics And Toxicity

Ying Ching Tan, Wenxiang Wang, Wei Xiong, Dongmei Zhang
Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Phytochemistry and Biological Activities
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Review: Amarogentin: A Review Of Its Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics And Toxicity

Ying Ching Tan, Wenxiang Wang, Wei Xiong, Dongmei Zhang
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Abstract

This review provides a comprehensive analysis of Amarogentin (AMA), a secoiridoid glycoside from the Gentianaceae family, highlighting its significant pharmacological effects. AMA demonstrates liver protection, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antibacterial properties. Pharmacokinetic studies show rapid elimination and wide distribution of AMA in the body. Toxicity research indicates low toxicity to most cell types, although long-term and high-dose animal toxicity data are lacking. The therapeutic potential of AMA for liver fibrosis, cancer and diabetes is promising but further research is needed to explore its mechanisms, targets, toxicity and enhance oral bioavailability.

Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical SciencesVol. 39(3)
Chongqing Three Gorges University (CN)
Chongqing Municipal Education Commission
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 71%
Phytochemistry and Biological Activities
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