Emodin

Purgative anthraquinone found in several plants, especially RHAMNUS PURSHIANA. It was formerly used as a laxative, but is now used mainly as a tool in toxicity studies.

Also Known As:

Archin; Frangulic Acid; Emodin, Frangula; Emodin, Rheum; Casanthranol; Frangula Emodin; Peristim; Rheum Emodin; 9,10-Anthracenedione, 1,3,8-trihydroxy-6-methyl-

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Cathartics
Protein Kinase Inhibitors

Organic Chemicals: 133
- Hydrocarbons: 1713
  - Cyclic Hydrocarbons: 97
    - Aromatic Hydrocarbons: 291
      - Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons: 2020
        Anthracenes: 12
        Anthrones: 12
        Anthraquinones: 788
        Emodin: 882
- Quinones: 434
  - Anthraquinones: 788
    - Emodin: 882
Polycyclic Compounds: 6
- Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons: 2020
  - Anthracenes: 12
    - Anthrones: 12
      - Anthraquinones: 788
        Emodin: 882

1,3,8- trihydroxy- 6- hydroxymethylanthraquinone

Bio-Agent Context: Research Results