Abstract
The development of liver illnesses has emerged as a serious concern in world health. These diseases may be caused by several harmful compounds, such as chemotherapeutic drugs, thioacetamide, carbon tetrachloride, certain antibiotics, heavy alcohol use, and harmful bacteria. Therefore, excellent health and well-being depend on maintaining a functioning liver. Synthetic drug drawbacks have surpassed their benefits, despite pharmacological advancements. Contemporary medical approaches to liver disease treatment are not only inefficient, but also linked to harmful side effects and very high prices, making them unaffordable for underdeveloped nations. Therefore, there seems to have been a global upsurge in interest in investigating medicinal plants as potential alternative treatment agents for illnesses. These plants are readily accessible, inexpensive, and do not need labor-intensive pharmaceutical manufacturing methods. The focus has so been on traditional herbs that are very effective, have minimal toxicity, and are cost-efficient. This research presents the results of a literature search that used many databases, including PubMed, ISI Web of Knowledge, and Google Scholar. We reviewed all available material on medicinal plants from throughout the globe that have the potential to protect the liver. Additionally, we covered phytochemical substances that have hepatoprotective properties, and we concluded by highlighting upcoming research in the topic.
Key words: Bioactive compounds, hepatotoxicity, liver diseases, medicinal plant, pharmacology