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Spilanthol (Affinin)

Clinical trial

Mechanism of Action

Local anaesthetic (Na+ channel blockade); sialagogue (stimulates saliva); immune modulation; antimicrobial

Research Notes

SpilanthesWestern

Local anaesthetic activity confirmed — basis for toothache use; stimulates saliva production; structurally similar to echinacea alkamides with comparable immune-modulating potential

Found In 1 Herb

3D Molecular Structure

N-alkylamide (isobutylamide)
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Spilanthol (Affinin)

N-alkylamide (isobutylamide)Bioactive phytochemical with therapeutic properties

Representative pattern: C₄H₂NO

Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen
Nitrogen
Hydrogen

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