Rubiadin is an orally active polyketide-derived compound and free radical scavenger that inhibits the activation of the NF-kappaB pathway. Rubiadin inhibits osteoclast formation, bone resorption, lipid peroxidation, HBV DNA replication and cancer cell proliferation, reduces pro-inflammatory cytokine levels, induces cancer cell apoptosis, and possesses antifungal, antimalarial, antibacterial and anticonvulsant activities. Rubiadin can be used in the research of osteoporosis, acute inflammation, chronic inflammation, carbon tetrachloride-induced liver injury, Alzheimers disease, breast cancer, iron overload disorders, hepatitis B virus infection, colon cancer, liver cancer, T-lymphocytic leukemia, cervical cancer, diabetic nephropathy, epileptic seizures, fungal infections, malaria and bacterial infections[1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9].
Molecular Weight:
254.24
Purity:
99.20
CAS Number:
[117-02-2]
Formula:
C15H10O4
Target:
Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS)
Application Notes:
MCE Product type: Natural Products
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