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Z-Ligustilide

In vitro / Animal
Phthalide

Mechanism of Action

Inhibits platelet aggregation, relaxes smooth muscle, anti-inflammatory via COX-2 inhibition, neuroprotective
Bronchodilator (smooth muscle relaxation); anti-inflammatory; antiviral; analgesic

Research Notes

Dong Quai (Dang Gui)Western

Demonstrated anti-inflammatory and analgesic activity in animal models. Improved uterine contractions regulation in vitro. Neuroprotective effects shown in cerebral ischemia models.

Osha RootWestern

Smooth muscle relaxation confirmed in vitro; shared compound with dong quai (Angelica sinensis); antiviral activity against several respiratory viruses in vitro

Found In 2 Herbs

Dong Quai (Dang Gui)

Dong Quai (Dang Gui)

Western
Osha Root

Osha Root

Western

3D Molecular Structure

Phthalide
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Z-Ligustilide

PhthalideBioactive phytochemical with therapeutic properties

Representative pattern: C₄H₂NO

Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen
Nitrogen
Hydrogen

Related Compounds (Phthalide)

Butylidenephthalide(1)Ligustilide(3)

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