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Decanoyl acetaldehyde (Houttuynin)
In vitro / AnimalMechanism of Action
Broad-spectrum antimicrobial, antiviral (inhibits viral replication), anti-inflammatory
Research Notes
Antibacterial against S. aureus, P. aeruginosa, E. coli. Antiviral activity against SARS-CoV, influenza, herpes in vitro. Anti-inflammatory via TNF-α and IL-6 suppression.
Found In 1 Herb
3D Molecular Structure
Aldehyde (volatile)
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Decanoyl acetaldehyde (Houttuynin)
Aldehyde (volatile)Bioactive phytochemical with therapeutic properties
Representative pattern: C₄H₂NO
Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen
Nitrogen
Hydrogen
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