Journal of Applied Pharmacy
Open Access
ISSN: 1920-4159
+44 1300 500008
ISSN: 1920-4159
+44 1300 500008
Heba Salem
Saudi Arabia
Review Article
Gallic Acid: A Promising Lead Molecule for Drug Development
Author(s): Naira Nayeem, Asdaq SMB, Heba Salem and Said AHEl-Alfqy
Naira Nayeem, Asdaq SMB, Heba Salem and Said AHEl-Alfqy
Gallic acid and its congeners are commonly present in variety of fruits and number of plants. In addition to its natural origin, large number of synthesized gallic acid derivatives are also available. It has a wide range of industrial uses including its role as standard for determing phenolic content of analytes in pharmaceutical industry, as source material for ink, paints and colour developer. Studies on gallic acid and its derivatives have exhibited its potential for combating oxidative damages, cancer manifestations and microbial infestations. Further, gallic acid extracted from different natural sources has been implicated to possess potency to ameliorate neurodegenerative disorders and aging. Furthermore, large number of reseach explorations are available to show its ability for the treatment of diabetes, ischemic heart diseases, ulcer and other ailments. In this review, an atte.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/1920-4159.1000213