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ReviewInflammopharmacology2026

Synergistic approaches to Alzheimer's disease: exploring the combined efficacy of phytoconstituents and conventional drugs.

Abhishek Kumar

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Abhishek KumarDepartment of Pharmacology, Gurukul Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Research, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India. abhishekkumar53041@gmail.com.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0009-2993-5348

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backgroundCognitive functions deteriorate with Alzheimer's disease (AD), a kind of degenerative disease. Problems with memory, interpersonal interactions, problem-solving, and other cognitive functions that limit a person's ability to do daily tasks are the hallmarks of dementia. This condition affects about 50 million individuals globally. Traditional therapies for AD, like galantamine, donepezil, and memantine, only offer symptomatic alleviation through glutamatergic regulation and cholinergic augmentation, making AD a significant worldwide health concern.

objectiveThis review assesses the possibility of improving the effectiveness of therapy by combining significant phytoconstituents with traditional AD therapies.

methodsA complete literature review was carried out using peer-reviewed publications, experimental investigations, and review papers published from 2010 to 2025. The primary objective of the investigation was to study the interaction between phytoconstituents and conventional therapy in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.

resultOur outcomes demonstrate the powerful multi-target adjuvant properties of curcumin, resveratrol, quercetin, berberine, and luteolin. In particular, Berberine and Quercetin considerably reduce neuroinflammation and oxidative stress through the Nrf2/HO-1 and NF-κB pathways, whereas Curcumin and resveratrol enhance the anti-amyloidogenic effects of conventional medications. Additionally, luteolin exhibits a special capacity to regulate tau hyperphosphorylation, which enhances memantine's stabilising neurotransmitter actions. DISCUSSION: The primary objective of therapy has shifted from symptomatic relief to disease modification by the synergy between phytoconstituent and conventional drugs. These combinations preserve the structural integrity of the cholinergic synapse by concurrently mitigating oxidative stress and amyloid toxicity.

conclusionA possible paradigm shift towards holistic neuroprotection is represented by the incorporation of these five essential phytoconstituents into traditional AD regimens. To ensure clinical translatability, future research must now focus on nanoformulations that can overcome the limited bioavailability of substances like curcumin. These methods may improve treatment effectiveness, lessen adverse effects, and reduce the chance of resistance, providing a more thorough method of handling the complexities of AD.

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Alzheimer's diseaseCognitive functionsDementiaNanoparticlesNeurodegenerative diseaseNeuroinflammationNeuroprotectionPhytoconstituents

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