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Gallotannins (pentagalloylglucose)

In vitro / Animal

Mechanism of Action

Antibacterial and antiviral tannins contributing to the overall astringency and mucosal-protective action

Research Notes

OakWestern

Documented antibacterial and antiviral activity in preclinical studies. Contributes to oak bark's overall astringent profile.

Found In 1 Herb

3D Molecular Structure

Hydrolyzable tannin
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Gallotannins (pentagalloylglucose)

Hydrolyzable tanninAstringent polyphenols with wound-healing properties

Representative pattern: C₂₁H₁₈O₅

Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen

Related Compounds (Hydrolyzable tannin)

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