Diabetes mellitus is a long-term condition that causes high blood sugar, with type 2 diabetes (T2DM) presenting special problems due to insulin issues. Treatment aims to manage blood sugar through lifestyle changes and medications, but side effects of current drugs have led to interest in new options. Many patients, especially in developing countries, use herbal remedies like Teucrium Polium (Tp), which may help but have limited research. Some studies suggest Tp could aid in managing diabetes, though effects are unclear, and safety concerns exist, indicating a need for more research on its effects on insulin and glucose metabolism. To investigate the effectiveness of Tp in treating diabetes mellitus, a literature search was conducted using databases such as PubMed, Science Direct, and Scopus, employing relevant keywords. We analyzed the properties and effects of the antidiabetic compounds in Tp utilizing the SwissADME database. This study aimed to assess the potential of Tp for managing diabetes. The compounds examined include apigenin, quercetin, and cirsimaritin, each with molecular weights around 300 Daltons and containing 20-23 heavy atoms, sharing similar structures but differing in properties that can assist in diabetes treatment. Cirsimaritin can easily penetrate biological membranes, making it effective for high blood sugar, while apigenin is better suited for addressing low blood sugar. All three compounds are well absorbed during digestion, but rutin h as lower absorption, diminishing its effectiveness. Further research is necessary to explore their interactions and develop enha nced diabetes treatments.
Yousefi,R. (2025). Teucrium polium Extracts are Used as Antidiabetic Medication. International Journal of Medical Reviews, 12(4), 1047-1052. doi: 10.30491/ijmr.2025.520133.1328
MLA
Yousefi,R. . "Teucrium polium Extracts are Used as Antidiabetic Medication", International Journal of Medical Reviews, 12, 4, 2025, 1047-1052. doi: 10.30491/ijmr.2025.520133.1328
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Yousefi R. (2025). 'Teucrium polium Extracts are Used as Antidiabetic Medication', International Journal of Medical Reviews, 12(4), pp. 1047-1052. doi: 10.30491/ijmr.2025.520133.1328
CHICAGO
R. Yousefi, "Teucrium polium Extracts are Used as Antidiabetic Medication," International Journal of Medical Reviews, 12 4 (2025): 1047-1052, doi: 10.30491/ijmr.2025.520133.1328
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Yousefi R. Teucrium polium Extracts are Used as Antidiabetic Medication. Int J Med Rev, 2025; 12(4): 1047-1052. doi: 10.30491/ijmr.2025.520133.1328