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Sesquiterpene lactones
In vitroMechanism of Action
Anti-inflammatory and bitter tonic activity; may contribute to antispasmodic properties and appetite stimulation
Bitter principles with anti-inflammatory and cytotoxic activity; characteristic of Centaurea species
Anti-inflammatory; bitter tonic (digestive stimulation); antimicrobial
Anti-inflammatory and antifungal bitter principles characteristic of the Artemisia genus; primary contributors to bitter tonic action
Research Notes
HawkweedWestern
Sesquiterpene lactones are characteristic Asteraceae compounds with anti-inflammatory and bitter tonic properties. Limited specific study in Hieracium species.
KnapweedWestern
Sesquiterpene lactones are the characteristic bitter compounds of Centaurea species with documented anti-inflammatory and cytotoxic activity in vitro.
MugwortWestern
Bitter receptor activation stimulates digestive secretions; anti-inflammatory activity in vitro; contributes to traditional digestive use
SouthernwoodWestern
Abrotanolide-type sesquiterpene lactones demonstrate anti-inflammatory and antifungal activity. Characteristic of the Artemisia genus.
Found In 4 Herbs
3D Molecular Structure
Sesquiterpene lactones
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Sesquiterpene lactones
Sesquiterpene lactonesAromatic plant metabolites with anti-inflammatory properties
Representative pattern: C₂₁H₃₀O₂
Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen
Related Compounds (Sesquiterpene lactones)
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