Auraptene
Auraptene is a natural bioactive monoterpene coumarin ether. It was first isolated from members of the genus Citrus.
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7-((E)-3, 7-Dimethylocta-2, 6-dienyloxy)-2H-chromen-2-one | |
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Aurapten 7-Geranyloxycoumarin | |
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C19H22O3 | |
Molar mass | 298.376 g/mol |
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Auraptene has shown a remarkable effect in the prevention of degenerative diseases. Many studies have reported the effect of auraptene as a chemopreventative agent against cancers of liver, skin, tongue, esophagus, and colon in rodent models.[1] The effect in humans is not yet known.
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References
- Curini, M., Carvotto, G., Epifano, F. and Giannone, G. "Chemistry and Biological Activity of Natural and Synthetic Prenyloxycoumarins"(2006). Current Medicinal Chemistry, 13, 199-222.
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