Screening of 20 species from Lamiaceae family based on phytochemical analysis, antioxidant activity and HPLC profiling.
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- Sci Rep.
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Andrographis paniculata (kalmegh), known as "king of bitters," has diterpenoid lactone derivatives that provide therapeutic effects. Through botany, phytochemistry, and pharmacological studies, this review highlights its potential as a valuable therapeutic herb in various diseases.
Researchers isolated three new compounds, elephantopuscabers A-C, and a known compound spirowallichiione from Elephantopus scaber L. Their structures were determined using extensive analysis techniques. Elephantopuscaber B and C showed potential as acetylcholinesterase inhibitors. Molecular docking predicted the binding sites.