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6-Shogaol

Clinical trial

Mechanism of Action

TRPV1 agonism (warming); anti-inflammatory via COX-2 and iNOS inhibition; more potent than gingerols after drying

Research Notes

6-Shogaol is formed from 6-gingerol during drying and is more pharmacologically potent. Clinical trials support anti-emetic and warming applications.

Found In 1 Herb

3D Molecular Structure

Phenylalkylketone
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6-Shogaol

PhenylalkylketoneBioactive phytochemical with therapeutic properties

Representative pattern: C₇H₆O₃

Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen
Hydrogen

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