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Shikonin
In vitro / AnimalMechanism of Action
Enantiomer of alkannin; NF-κB inhibitor with documented activity against MRSA; investigated in oncology research for pro-apoptotic effects
Anti-inflammatory via NF-kB and TNF-α inhibition, wound healing promotion, anti-tumor (necroptosis induction), antimicrobial
Research Notes
AlkanetWestern
Extensively researched for anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial (including MRSA), and anticancer properties.
Accelerated wound healing in burn models. Anti-tumor activity via RIPK1/RIPK3-mediated necroptosis in cancer cells. Antibacterial against MRSA in vitro.
Found In 2 Herbs
3D Molecular Structure
Naphthoquinone
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Shikonin
NaphthoquinoneBioactive phytochemical with therapeutic properties
Representative pattern: C₄H₂NO
Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen
Nitrogen
Hydrogen
Related Compounds (Naphthoquinone)
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