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CAS 53823-08-8

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Cascaroside A

Description:
Cascaroside A is a natural compound primarily derived from the bark of the cascara sagrada tree (Rhamnus purshiana), known for its use in traditional medicine as a laxative. It belongs to the class of compounds known as glycosides, specifically a type of anthraquinone glycoside. Cascaroside A exhibits a yellowish-brown color and is characterized by its bitter taste. Its chemical structure includes a sugar moiety linked to an anthraquinone backbone, which contributes to its biological activity. The compound is soluble in water and alcohol, making it suitable for extraction in various formulations. Cascaroside A is known for its laxative properties, primarily due to its ability to stimulate intestinal motility. Additionally, it may possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, although further research is needed to fully understand its pharmacological profile. As with many herbal compounds, the use of cascaroside A should be approached with caution, as excessive consumption can lead to adverse effects, including abdominal cramping and diarrhea.
Formula:C27H32O14
InChI:InChI=1/C27H32O14/c28-6-9-4-11-16(26-24(37)22(35)19(32)14(7-29)39-26)10-2-1-3-13(18(10)21(34)17(11)12(31)5-9)40-27-25(38)23(36)20(33)15(8-30)41-27/h1-5,14-16,19-20,22-33,35-38H,6-8H2/t14-,15-,16+,19-,20-,22+,23+,24-,25-,26+,27-/m1/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=MNAYRSRTNMVAPR-ZHVWOXMGSA-N
SMILES:O[C@H]1[C@]([C@]2(C=3C(=C(O[C@@H]4O[C@H](CO)[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H]4O)C=CC3)C(=O)C=5C2=CC(CO)=CC5O)[H])(O[C@H](CO)[C@@H](O)[C@@H]1O)[H]
Synonyms:
  • 9(10H)-Anthracenone, 10-β-D-glucopyranosyl-8-(β-D-glucopyranosyloxy)-1-hydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-, (10S)-
  • Cascaroside A
  • (10S)-10-β-D-Glucopyranosyl-8-(β-D-glucopyranosyloxy)-1-hydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-9(10H)-anthracenone
  • 9(10H)-Anthracenone, 10-β-D-glucopyranosyl-8-(β-D-glucopyranosyloxy)-1-hydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-, (S)-
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