ReviewAntioxidants (Basel, Switzerland)2023
Dual Action of Curcumin as an Anti- and Pro-Oxidant from a Biophysical Perspective.
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35 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 59 citations in OpenAlex.
- Molecular Mechanisms, Dynamic Lesions, and Therapeutic Targets in Intestinal Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury: A Systematic Review.International journal of molecular sciences · 2026Pooled it
- Evaluating the Antimicrobial Activity of Curcumin-loaded Lipid Nanocarriers When Applying Photodynamic and Sonodynamic Therapy for the Treatment of Skin Infections.Pharmaceutical research · 2026Article
- Photodynamic Therapy in Cancer: Mechanisms, Photosensitizer Technology, Vitamin Modulation, and Rational Combination Design.Biomedicines · 2026Review
- Natural Photosensitizers in Cancer Therapy: A Chemo-Biodiversity Perspective on Light-Activated Natural Compounds.Chemistry & biodiversity · 2026Review
- Curcumin's Protective Effects Against HMolecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- ROS and Antioxidants: Prospective Therapeutic Options in Cancer.Journal of cellular and molecular medicine · 2026Article
- The Redox Paradox of Natural Supplements in Cancer: A Narrative Review to Guide Clinical Practice.Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Transcriptomic Exploration of Tetrahydrocurcumin Effects in Chronic Kidney Disease.Biomedicines · 2026Article
- Curcumin ((1E,6E)-1,7-bis(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-1,6-heptadiene-3,5-dione) Induces Apoptosis-like Death inPathogens (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Curcumin Protects SDH2 Mutant from Oxidative Stress and Improves Mitochondrial Function: Application Potential for Complex II Deficiency.International journal of molecular sciences · 2026Article
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- Ameliorative effects of curcumin and resveratrol following abamectin-induced liver injury in rats.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Surface modification of urinary catheters with antibiofilm nanocoating: curcumin modified silver nanoparticles against Proteus mirabilis.Journal of materials science. Materials in medicine · 2026Article
- Targeted delivery of curcumin based on nanocarriers: potential therapeutic strategies for noninfectious arthritis.Inflammopharmacology · 2026Review
- Photostability and antimicrobial performance of natural yellow pigments in food systems: Insights into light-induced degradation and functional consequences.Food chemistry: X · 2026Review
- Probiotics and Curcumin Did Not Alter Low-Dose Streptozotocin-Induced Hyperglycemia and Oxidative Stress in a Rat Model.Food science & nutrition · 2026Article
- Advancements in Bio-Based Piezoelectric Composites for Antibacterial Applications.Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin co-delivery hydrogel of crisaborole and curcumin for combinational antioxidant/anti-inflammatory therapy of vitiligo.Materials today. Bio · 2026Article
- A novel transdermal curcumin gel shows potential in improving cardiac bioenergetic functions in Berkeley sickle cell mice.Blood vessels, thrombosis & hemostasis · 2026Article
- Dose-dependent effects of curcumin on bacterial growth and sperm quality during refrigerated storage of equine epididymal sperm.Frontiers in veterinary science · 2026Article
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Abstract
Curcumin, a natural polyphenol widely used as a spice, colorant and food additive, has been shown to have therapeutic effects against different disorders, mostly due to its anti-oxidant properties. Curcumin also reduces the efficiency of melanin synthesis and affects cell membranes. However, curcumin can act as a pro-oxidant when blue light is applied, since upon illumination it can generate singlet oxygen. Our review aims to describe this dual role of curcumin from a biophysical perspective, bearing in mind its concentration, bioavailability-enhancing modifications and membrane interactions, as well as environmental conditions such as light. In low concentrations and without irradiation, curcumin shows positive effects and can be recommended as a beneficial food supplement. On the other hand, when used in excess or irradiated, curcumin can be toxic. Therefore, numerous attempts have been undertaken to test curcumin as a potential photosensitizer in photodynamic therapy (PDT). At that point, we underline that curcumin-based PDT is limited to the treatment of superficial tumors or skin and oral infections due to the weak penetration of blue light. Additionally, we conclude that an increase in curcumin bioavailability through the using nanocarriers, and therefore its concentration, as well as its topical use if skin is exposed to light, may be dangerous.
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