Auraptene
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IUPAC name
7-((E)-3, 7-Dimethylocta-2, 6-dienyloxy)-2H-chromen-2-one | |
Other names
Aurapten 7-Geranyloxycoumarin | |
Identifiers | |
495-02-3 | |
ChEMBL | ChEMBL307341 |
ChemSpider | 1267148 |
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PubChem | 1550607 |
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Properties | |
Molecular formula |
C19H22O3 |
Molar mass | 298.38 g·mol−1 |
Except where noted otherwise, data is given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C (77 °F), 100 kPa) | |
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Auraptene is a natural bioactive monoterpene coumarin ether. It was first isolated from members of the genus Citrus.
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.
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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