Charantin

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Charantin Structure
Charantin structure
Common Name Charantin
CAS Number 57126-62-2 Molecular Weight 822.92
Density N/A Boiling Point N/A
Molecular Formula C105H178O18 Melting Point 266-268℃
MSDS N/A Flash Point N/A

 Use of Charantin


Charantin is a steroidal saponin isolated from Momordica charantia, and has insulin-like activity, by increasing the release of insulin and slowing down gluconeogenesis. Charantin can against GSK-3[1].

 Names

Name Charantin
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 Charantin Biological Activity

Description Charantin is a steroidal saponin isolated from Momordica charantia, and has insulin-like activity, by increasing the release of insulin and slowing down gluconeogenesis. Charantin can against GSK-3[1].
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Target

GSK-3[1]

References

[1]. Wang HY, et al. Differential anti-diabetic effects and mechanism of action of charantin-rich extract of Taiwanese Momordica charantia between type 1 and type 2 diabetic mice. Food Chem Toxicol. 2014 Jul;69:347-56.

 Chemical & Physical Properties

Melting Point 266-268℃
Molecular Formula C105H178O18
Molecular Weight 822.92

 Synonyms

Monordica Charantia