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3D model (JSmol) | |
ChEBI | |
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Properties | |
C41H30O27 | |
Molar mass | 954.66 g/mol |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa). |
Chebulagic acid is a benzopyran tannin and an antioxidant that has many potential uses in medicine.
It has been found to be immunosuppressive, [1] hepatoprotective, [2] and a potent alpha-glucosidase inhibitor, [3] [4] a human gut enzyme useful in diabetic studies.
It has been shown to be active against Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans . [5]
It is found in the plants Terminalia chebula , T. citrina and T. catappa . [6]
It is formed from geraniin through a glutathione-mediated conversion. [7]