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Petasin
Clinical trialMechanism of Action
Inhibits leukotriene synthesis via 5-lipoxygenase pathway; reduces TNF-α and IL-1β in inflammatory cells
Research Notes
ButterburWestern
Petasin is the primary anti-inflammatory sesquiterpene in butterbur, with clinical evidence for migraine prophylaxis and allergy symptom reduction. Demonstrates efficacy in reducing joint inflammation and musculoskeletal pain through leukotriene pathway inhibition.
Found In 1 Herb
3D Molecular Structure
Sesquiterpene ester (eremophilane derivative)
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Petasin
Sesquiterpene ester (eremophilane derivative)Aromatic plant metabolites with anti-inflammatory properties
Representative pattern: C₁₀H₁₆O
Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen
Hydrogen
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