Chemistry:Brevifolin

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Brevifolin
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Names
Preferred IUPAC name
1-(2-Hydroxy-4,6-dimethoxyphenyl)ethan-1-one
Identifiers
3D model (JSmol)
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Properties
C10H12O4
Molar mass 196.202 g·mol−1
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Brevifolin is a bioactive compound found in pomegranate.[1] The pharmacological profile of brevifolin is reported similar to ellagic acid, particularly with regards to absorption, distribution, and elimination rates.[2]

References

  1. Hussein, Sahar A.M; Barakat, Heba H; Merfort, Irmgard; Nawwar, Mahmoud A.M (1997). "Tannins from the leaves of Punica granatum". Phytochemistry 45 (4): 819–823. doi:10.1016/S0031-9422(96)00888-6. 
  2. "Determination and pharmacokinetic study of brevifolin in rat after ig administration of pomegranate leaf extract". Chinese Pharmacological Bulletin 21 (3): 369–372. 2005. http://europepmc.org/abstract/CBA/520721/reload=0;jsessionid=NAedJpDvEYUiEbNhuL5B.0.