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Saikosaponin A
In vitro / AnimalMechanism of Action
Anti-inflammatory via NF-kB and COX-2 inhibition, hepatoprotective, immunomodulatory (macrophage activation), antipyretic, analgesic
Research Notes
Anti-inflammatory effects confirmed in multiple models. Hepatoprotective in CCl4 and D-GalN liver injury. Immunostimulatory at low doses, immunosuppressive at high doses — biphasic. Antipyretic activity supports traditional use for alternating fever.
Found In 1 Herb
3D Molecular Structure
Oleanane-type triterpene saponin
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Saikosaponin A
Oleanane-type triterpene saponinAromatic plant metabolites with anti-inflammatory properties
Representative pattern: C₁₁H₁₄O₆
Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen
Related Compounds (Oleanane-type triterpene saponin)
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