Bioactivity | (-)-Eleutherin is a pyranonaphthoquinone derivative that exhibits cytotoxic activity by inhibiting DNA topoisomerase II. (-)-Eleutherin has been shown to have promising potential as a medicinal compound due to its association with naphthoquinones. (-)-Eleutherin demonstrates significant DNA fragmentation rates, indicating its strong cytotoxic effects on cells. Additionally, (-)-Eleutherin possesses higher antioxidant potential compared to control samples, contributing to its therapeutic efficacy. |
CAS | 22768-95-2 |
Formula | C16H16O4 |
Molar Mass | 272.30 |
Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
Storage | Please store the product under the recommended conditions in the Certificate of Analysis. |
Reference | [1]. Toxicity evaluation of Eleutherine plicata Herb. extracts and possible cell death mechanism |