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ReviewDiscover nano2026

Role of tannin-rich plant fractions in hepatoprotection: a nanotechnology perspective.

Savita Shende, Jitendra Patel

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Review in Discover nano, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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2 authors.

Savita ShendeDatta Meghe College of Pharmacy, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be university), Sawangi(Meghe), Wardha, 442001, Maharashtra, India.
Jitendra PatelDatta Meghe College of Pharmacy, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be university), Sawangi(Meghe), Wardha, 442001, Maharashtra, India. jitendra.pharmacy@dmiher.edu.in.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

The liver, a vital organ for metabolic and detoxification processes, is often vulnerable to damage from toxins, drugs, and diseases. Tannins, a class of polyphenolic compounds found in various plants, exhibit promising hepatoprotective properties by enhancing liver cell viability and function, mitigating oxidative stress, and promoting anti-apoptotic, anti-inflammatory, and detoxifying effects. These phenolic compounds effectively protect against liver injuries. However, their clinical utility is hampered by poor bioavailability, rapid metabolism, and stability issues. This review explores the role of tannin-rich plant fractions in hepatoprotection. The hepatoprotective potential of these compounds is increasingly recognized, particularly through the lens of nanotechnology, which can improve the delivery and absorption of tannin-rich extracts, maximizing their therapeutic potential. Advances in nanocarriers, including nanoparticles, nanoemulsions, and liposomes, have demonstrated improved bioavailability, targeted delivery, and sustained release of tannins, offering a promising avenue for hepatoprotective therapy. Nanotechnology can be engineered to target liver cells specifically, increasing the efficacy of tannin-based treatments while minimizing side effects. Preclinical and clinical insights, regulatory considerations, and future directions for tannin-based nanotherapeutics are discussed, highlighting their potential impact. Studies show that tannin-rich extracts lower serum levels of liver enzymes (ALT, AST) and it is revealed that Tannic Acid can enhance hepatic function at specific additive concentrations and even when injured by Acetaminophen, hepatocytes could revert to their preinjury state after additional Tannic Acid supplementation, and holds clinical potential in the treatment of Acetaminophen induced liver failure, indicating reduced liver damage. While the hepatoprotective properties of tannin-rich plant fractions are promising, challenges remain regarding the standardization and safety of these natural products. Further research is essential to fully understand their mechanisms and optimize their clinical applications.

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Anti-apoptoticAnti-inflammatoryHepatoprotectionNanoemulsionsOxidative stressTannic acidTannin fraction

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PMID41548157
PMCPMC12812800

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