Saponins (uncharacterized mixture)

Traditional use

Mechanism of Action

Venotonic and capillary-strengthening action through improved endothelial integrity; mild diuretic effect increasing urine volume and reducing crystalluria risk

Research Notes

Stone Root (Collinsonia)Western

The saponin fraction of Collinsonia has not been fully characterized. Traditional Eclectic literature strongly supports efficacy for hemorrhoids and venous congestion. Modern pharmacological studies are lacking. The mechanism is inferred from the known activities of saponins in related species.

Found In 1 Herb

Stone Root (Collinsonia)

Western

3D Molecular Structure

Saponin

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Saponins (uncharacterized mixture)

SaponinFoaming glycosides with immune-modulating effects

Representative pattern: C₁₁H₁₄O₆

Atoms

Carbon

Oxygen

Related Compounds (Saponin)

Saponins(12)Triterpenoid saponins (primulic acids A–E)(1)Verbascosaponins(1)

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