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Auraptene



Auraptene
IUPAC name 7-((E)-3, 7-Dimethylocta-2, 6-dienyloxy)-2H-chromen-2-one
Other names Aurapten
7-Geranyloxycoumarin
Identifiers
CAS number 495-02-3
PubChem 1550607
SMILES CC(=CCC/C(=C/COC1=CC2=C(C=C1)C=CC(=O)O2)/C)C
Properties
Molecular formula C19H22O3
Molar mass 298.38 g mol-1
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state
(at 25 °C, 100 kPa)

Infobox disclaimer and references

Auraptene is a natural bioactive monoterpene coumarin ether. It was first isolated from members of the genus Citrus. Auraptene has shown a remarkable effect in the prevention of degenerative diseases. Many studies have reported the effect of auraptene as a chemopreventative agent against cancers of liver, skin, tongue, esophagus, and colon in rodent models.[1] The effect in humans is not yet known.

References

  1. ^ Curini, M., Carvotto, G., Epifano, F. and Giannone, G. "Chemistry and Biological Activity of Natural and Synthetic Prenyloxycoumarins"(2006). Current Medicinal Chemistry, 13, 199-222.
 
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