Targeting oral cancer with curcumin and its structural analogs: molecular mechanisms, pharmacokinetic optimization, and clinical translation.
Curcumin is a naturally occurring polyphenol extracted from turmeric (Curcuma longa) and is known for its diverse biological functions, such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-migratory, and anticancer activities. However, its use in clinical cancer treatment remains constrained due to challenges like limited abso...