Journal of Molecular and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Volume 4, Numéro 2, Pages 46-54
2025-12-25
Contamination Of Herbal Products By Mycotoxins: A Review Of The Public Health Implications
Authors : Derbal Saïd . Belafdal Imen .
Abstract
The use of medicinal plants and their derivatives for the prevention and treatment of various diseases is widespread. However, contamination of these products has become a significant global concern in recent decades due to the potential health risks to consumers. Ensuring the quality and safety of herbal products is therefore essential. Among the most hazardous contaminants are mycotoxins—naturally occurring toxic compounds produced by certain fungi—which pose serious public health risks due to their toxicological effects. This review provides an overview of mycotoxin contamination in herbal products, outlines the permissible contamination limits as established by the European Pharmacopoeia, discusses both clinical and experimental evidence of mycotoxin toxicity, and proposes strategies for preventing contamination.
Keywords
Medicinal plants ; Contamination ; Mycotoxins ; Toxicity
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