1) Bitter compound 
== Biological activity == Naringin inhibits some drug-metabolizing cytochrome P450 enzymes, including CYP3A4 and CYP1A2, which may result in drug-drug interactions. Ingestion of naringin and related flavonoids can also affect the intestinal absorption of certain drugs, leading to either an increase or decrease in circulating drug levels. To avoid ...
Type: Term Pronunciation: nar′i-jin Definitions: 1. A bioflavonoid responsible for the bitter taste in grapefruit.