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Gypenosides

Clinical trial

Mechanism of Action

Activate AMPK metabolic pathway; reduce LDL oxidation; enhance SOD and glutathione peroxidase; modulate nitric oxide synthase

Research Notes

Over 170 gypenosides identified. Clinical trials demonstrate significant reductions in total cholesterol, LDL, and triglycerides. AMPK activation explains metabolic benefits including improved insulin sensitivity.

Found In 1 Herb

3D Molecular Structure

Triterpenoid saponin (dammarane-type)
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Gypenosides

Triterpenoid saponin (dammarane-type)Modified terpenes with diverse biological activities

Representative pattern: C₁₁H₁₄O₆

Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen

Related Compounds (Triterpenoid saponin (dammarane-type))

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