Acyclic Triterpenoids from Alpinia katsumadai Seeds with Proprotein Convertase Subtilisin/Kexin Type 9 Expression and Secretion Inhibitory Activity
Chae-Yeong An,
Min-Gyung Son,
Young-Won Chin
Abstract:Cholesterol is one of the primary causes of cardiovascular disease. Investigating and developing potential drugs to effectively treat hypercholesterolemia are therefore of critical importance. Proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9) inhibitors have been developed to lower the levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in patients with hypercholesterolemia. In this study, we aimed to identify compounds that inhibit the PCSK9 mRNA expression and secretion. The bioassay-guided investigation of Al… Show more
Alpinia is the largest genus in the ginger family, Zingiberaceae, and comprises about 500 species. It is known to have various secondary metabolites and biological properties on account of those metabolites.
Alpinia is the largest genus in the ginger family, Zingiberaceae, and comprises about 500 species. It is known to have various secondary metabolites and biological properties on account of those metabolites.
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