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Catechol tannins
Clinical trialMechanism of Action
Up to 20% of root dry weight; primary astringent and antidiarrheal constituents acting through mucosal protein precipitation
Research Notes
TormentilWestern
Catechol tannins at up to 20% dry weight make tormentil one of the most potent astringent roots in European phytotherapy. Supports Commission E approval for diarrhea.
Found In 1 Herb
3D Molecular Structure
Condensed tannins
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Catechol tannins
Condensed tanninsAstringent polyphenols with wound-healing properties
Representative pattern: C₂₁H₁₈O₅
Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen
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