It is a natural product derived from plant source that finds application in compound screening libraries, metabolomics, phytochemical, and pharmaceutical research.
Amorfrutin A is an isoprenoid-substituted benzoic acid natural product found in the fruit of A. fruticosa and G. foetida that exhibits antidiabetic effects. It binds to PPARγ with a Ki of 0.236 µM and activates a PPARγ gene reporter assay with an EC50 value of 0.458 µM.1 In high-fat diet-induced obese (DIO) mice, amorfrutin A (100 mg/kg/day) enhanced glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity, while decreasing plasma triglycerides, free fatty acids, insulin, and glucose concentrations.1 Amorfrutin A inhibits TNF-α-induced expression of a number of inflammatory genes such as COX-2, IL-1β, MCP-1, MIP-2, MIP-3α, MMP-9, and IL-8 through inhibition of both NF-κB and PPARγ activity with efficacy at 5-20 µM.
According to the existing research, Amorfrutin-A demonstrated its ability to inhibit NF-κB activity, a pivotal regulator of genes governing a wide range of cellular functions, such as immune responses, apoptosis, tumor growth, and tissue development. Furthermore, it exhibits anti-inflammatory properties in colon cells by interacting with the nuclear receptor PPARγ, resulting in the reduced expression and secretion of inflammatory mediators. This suggests its potential for treating conditions like inflammatory bowel diseases. Additionally, it also exhibited antidiabetic activity through binding to and activating the nuclear receptor PPARγ.
High quality compound suitable for multiple research applications；Compatible with HPLC and mass spectrometry techniques.
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