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Triterpenoid saponins (primulic acids A–E)

In vitro / Animal

Mechanism of Action

Primary expectorant compounds; reduce surface tension of bronchial mucus, promoting clearance

Research Notes

CowslipWestern

Well-characterized expectorant mechanism through mucolytic surface tension reduction.

Found In 1 Herb

3D Molecular Structure

Saponin
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Triterpenoid saponins (primulic acids A–E)

SaponinFoaming glycosides with immune-modulating effects

Representative pattern: C₁₁H₁₄O₆

Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen

Related Compounds (Saponin)

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