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Cucurbitacins B, E, and I

In vitro

Mechanism of Action

Potent cytotoxic, anti-inflammatory, and antimitotic activity; inhibit STAT3 signalling and induce apoptosis in cancer cell lines; contribute to gastrointestinal irritancy and systemic toxicity

Research Notes

ColocynthWestern

Extensively studied in vitro for anticancer activity via STAT3 inhibition and apoptosis induction. Responsible in part for the plant's extreme gastrointestinal irritancy. No human clinical trials for therapeutic applications.

Found In 1 Herb

3D Molecular Structure

Triterpenoid
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Cucurbitacins B, E, and I

TriterpenoidModified terpenes with diverse biological activities

Representative pattern: C₁₀H₁₆O

Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen
Hydrogen

Related Compounds (Triterpenoid)

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