The effect of acarbose on inflammatory cytokines and adipokines in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials.

Ali MohammadianSahand Tehrani FatehMahlagha Nikbaf-ShandizFatemeh GholamiNiloufar RasaeiHossein BahariSamira RastgooReza BagheriFarideh ShirasebOmid Asbaghi

Published in: Inflammopharmacology (2024)

Acarbose had beneficial effects on reducing inflammation and increasing adiponectin. In this way, it may prevent the development of chronic diseases related to inflammation. However, more studies are needed.

Keyphrases

oxidative stress
metabolic syndrome
insulin resistance
adipose tissue
case control
drug induced