Characterization of the CYP3A4 Enzyme Inhibition Potential of Selected Flavonoids
Acacetin, apigenin, chrysin, and pinocembrin are flavonoid aglycones found in foods such as parsley, honey, celery, and chamomile tea. Flavonoids can act as substrates and inhibitors of the CYP3A4 enzyme, a heme containing enzyme responsible for the metabolism of one third of drugs on the market. Th...
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MDPI AG
2021-05-01
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Series: | Molecules |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/26/10/3018 |