8α-Hydroxyhirsutinolide (8α-hydroxyduh new lactone) is a natural product that belongs to a class of compounds known as duh new lactones. It is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine research and drug development.
The following are the properties of 8α-Hydroxyhirsutinolide:
-Appearance: colorless or light yellow crystal
-Molecular formula: C15H20O2
-Molecular weight: 232.32g/mol
The main uses of 8α-Hydroxyhirsutinolide are:
-Antibacterial: It has certain antibacterial activity and can inhibit the growth of certain pathogenic bacteria.
-Anti-inflammatory: It shows a certain anti-inflammatory effect, which can reduce the symptoms caused by inflammation.
-Antioxidant: It has antioxidant ability, can neutralize free radicals, and reduce the damage caused by oxidative stress.
In terms of preparation, 8α-Hydroxyhirsutinolide is usually obtained by extracting natural plant materials. Specifically, it can be extracted from a plant called Wuxi, and then structurally identified and purified.
Regarding safety information, little is currently known about the toxicity and safety of 8α-Hydroxyhirsutinolide. Therefore, further safety assessments and studies, including toxicological and pharmacokinetic studies, are still needed when using or studying this compound. In addition, any chemical substances should be used in accordance with appropriate safety practices and follow relevant regulations and guidelines.