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Tryptanthrin

In vitro / Animal

Mechanism of Action

Anti-inflammatory via COX-2 and 5-LOX dual inhibition; antiviral; antimicrobial
Anti-inflammatory (COX-2, 5-LOX inhibition); antimicrobial; antifungal; anti-allergic

Research Notes

Tryptanthrin demonstrates potent dual COX/LOX inhibition and broad-spectrum antiviral activity in vitro.

Potent dual COX-2/5-LOX inhibitor in vitro; broad-spectrum antimicrobial including against drug-resistant organisms; anti-dermatophyte activity

Found In 2 Herbs

3D Molecular Structure

Indoloquinazoline alkaloid
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Tryptanthrin

Indoloquinazoline alkaloidNitrogen-containing compounds with potent pharmacological effects

Representative pattern: C₉H₇N₂O

Atoms
Nitrogen
Carbon
Hydrogen
Oxygen

Related Compounds (Indoloquinazoline alkaloid)

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