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Melatonin counteracts the harmful effects of alcohol on the liver by reducing oxidative stress and maintaining the proper functioning of mitochondria. Melatonin improves insulin sensitivity and regulates lipid metabolism in metabolic liver diseases, such as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and decreasing hepatic steatosis. The anti-inflammatory properties of this substance are obtained by reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines signaling pathways, which protect against diseases such as hepatitis and steatohepatitis. In addition, melatonin demonstrates anti-fibrotic characteristics by inhibiting the activation of hepatic stellate cells and decreasing the production of fibrogenic cytokines, reducing the severity of liver fibrosis. Within the realm of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), melatonin triggers programmed cell death that hinders the growth of cells and represses the formation of new blood vessels, augmenting the effectiveness of traditional treatments. Research has shown that melatonin is safe and effective in treating liver problems. However, further large-scale, multicenter randomized clinical trials are required to establish the optimal therapeutic dose, treatment duration, long-term safety, and clinical efficacy of melatonin in patients with liver diseases. Future research should focus on clarifying the specific molecular targets of melatonin, enhancing its bioavailability, and creating combination therapies. The existing evidence indicates that melatonin is a potentially beneficial supplementary treatment and preventive medication for liver disorders, owing to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-fibrotic, and metabolic regulating characteristics. 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