Picroside I
Medicinal Chemistry
Molecular Weight
492.47
Molecular Formula
C24H28O11
IUPAC Name
(1aS,1bS,2S,5aR,6S,6aS)-1a-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[[(2E)-3-phenylprop-2-enoyl]oxy]-1a,1b,2,5a,6,6a-hexahydrooxireno[4,5]cyclopenta[1,2-c]pyran-2-yl beta-D-glucopyranoside
Pharmacognosy
Biological Source
Picrorhiza kurroa (Kutki)
Active Constituents
Picroside I, Picroside II
Pharmacology & Synthesis
Mechanism of Action
Stimulates liver regeneration, exhibits potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.
Pharmacokinetics (ADME)
A: Moderate oral absorption.
D: Concentrates in liver tissue.
M: Hepatic.
E: Biliary and renal.
Pharmacodynamics
Protects hepatocytes against toxins; choleretic effect.
Synthesis Pathway
Biosynthesized via the MEP pathway (iridoid precursor).
Safety, Warnings & Interactions
Adverse Effects
Mild diarrhea.
Contraindications
None established.
Drug Interactions
None significant.
Pharmaceutics & Compendia
Dosage Forms
Capsules, Extracts
Official Compendia
IP