Berberis libanotica Ehrenb. ex C.K.Schneid.
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Berberis libanotica Ehrenb. ex C.K.Schneid. (1)
Oxyacanthine
- Formula: C37H40N2O6
- Molecular Weight: 608.72
Oxyacanthine is a bisbenzylisoquinoline alkaloid and anti-inflammatory agent. Oxyacanthine exists in plants such as Berberis oblonga, Berberis vulgaris and Berberis aquifolium. Oxyacanthine inhibits the gene expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-6 and IL-1β. Oxyacanthine exhibits anti-SARS-CoV-2 activity. Oxyacanthine is applicable to research related to COVID-19.
