Apiol

Traditional use

Mechanism of Action

Smooth muscle relaxant with particular affinity for uterine and renal tissue; increases renal perfusion and urine output; mild antispasmodic effects on gastrointestinal smooth muscle

Research Notes

ParsleyWestern

Apiol was historically used as an emmenagogue and antimalarial agent. It contributes to parsley's diuretic effect through renal vasodilation. High doses are toxic and can cause hepatorenal damage. At therapeutic doses found in parsley leaf tea, it contributes safely to the herb's overall diuretic and carminative profile.

Found In 1 Herb

Parsley

Western

3D Molecular Structure

Phenylpropanoid

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Apiol

PhenylpropanoidBioactive phytochemical with therapeutic properties

Representative pattern: C₇H₆O₃

Atoms

Carbon

Oxygen

Hydrogen

Related Compounds (Phenylpropanoid)

Asarone (α and β)(1)beta-Asarone(2)Dill apiole(1)Dillapiole(1)Eugenol(8)Methyleugenol(1)Pseudoisoeugenol II(1)Sparganin(1)trans-Anethole(2)α-Asarone(1)β-Asarone(1)

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