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ReviewMedicinal chemistry research : an international journal for rapid communications on design and mechanisms of action of biologically active agents2026

Advances in quercetin-based therapeutics for breast cancer: natural, synthetic, and nanotechnology-driven approaches.

Shagufta, Irshad Ahmad, Laila Zeyad Bazbouz, Areej W Eissa, Salma Abdellatif

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Review in Medicinal chemistry research : an international journal for rapid communications on design and mechanisms of action of biologically active agents, 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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ShaguftaDepartment of Biotechnology, School of Arts and Sciences, American University of Ras Al Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. shagufta.waseem@aurak.ac.ae.
Irshad AhmadDepartment of Biotechnology, School of Arts and Sciences, American University of Ras Al Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.
Laila Zeyad BazbouzDepartment of Biotechnology, School of Arts and Sciences, American University of Ras Al Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.
Areej W EissaDepartment of Biotechnology, School of Arts and Sciences, American University of Ras Al Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.
Salma AbdellatifDepartment of Biotechnology, School of Arts and Sciences, American University of Ras Al Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.

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Abstract

Breast cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women worldwide, despite significant advances in early detection and treatment. Conventional chemotherapeutic agents often face limitations such as drug resistance, off-target toxicity, and poor patient adherence. These challenges have highlighted the need for safer, more effective alternatives. Naturally derived compounds, especially flavonoids such as quercetin, have recently attracted attention for their ability to modulate key cancer pathways with minimal side effects. This review critically examines natural quercetin and its metabolites in the context of breast cancer prevention and treatment, focusing on their molecular targets and pharmacodynamic effects. To address issues such as poor bioavailability and rapid metabolism, we also discuss the design and synthesis of quercetin derivatives that exhibit improved stability, solubility, and targeted delivery. Additionally, the review highlights emerging quercetin-based nanomaterials designed to enhance therapeutic precision. This review offers a comprehensive overview of the development of quercetin-based therapies, outlining current progress, identifying translational hurdles, and proposing future directions for the development of optimized, targeted, and clinically viable quercetin formulations for breast cancer treatment.

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Antineoplastic AgentsBreast NeoplasmsNanotechnologyQuercetinAnimalsFemaleHumansAntineoplastic AgentsQuercetinBreast cancerQuercetinQuercetin-based nanomaterialsQuercetin derivativesQuercetin metabolites

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