The combination of Puerariae Lobatae Radix and Chuanxiong Rhizoma enhanced the absorption and pharmacokinetics of puerarin by modulating the intestinal barrier and influenced gut microbiota

In conclusion, combining PLR with CXR enhanced the absorption and pharmacokinetics of puerarin by modulating the intestinal barrier and influenced gut microbiota. The gut microbiota is likely to be a potential target for the combination of PLR and CXR.Graphical abstract

Source: Journal of Functional Foods - July 10, 2018 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research