Properties
Description
Andrographolide is a labdane diterpenoid that exhibits anti-HIV, anti-inflammatory and antineoplastic properties.
Molecular Formula
C20H30O5
Source
The dry aboveground part of Andrographis paniculata Nees
Form
White prismatic or flaky crystals
Purity
>98%, determined by HPLC.
Solubility
It is easily soluble in methanol, ethanol and acetone, slightly soluble in chloroform and ether, hardly soluble in water, petroleum ether and benzene.
Identity
Confirmed by NMR and MS.
Applications
Andrographolide can be used for anti-HIV, anti-inflammatory, and antineoplastic property experiments, etc.