What is andrographolide?

Andrographolide is a diterpene lactone compound extracted from Andrographis paniculata, which has significant biological activity. It is a white powder with multiple functions such as antibacterial and anti-inflammatory. It is mainly used as a pharmaceutical raw material and has a wide range of uses in the pharmaceutical chemicals. As a natural anti-inflammatory drug and immunomodulator, it has a wide range of pharmacological effects and clinical application value.

Functions and Applications:

Pharmaceutical raw materials: Andrographolide powder has a significant inhibitory effect on a variety of bacteria and fungi, and can be used to treat infections caused by bacteria or viruses, such as acute bacillary dysentery, gastroenteritis, pharyngitis, etc. It can inhibit the hypothalamic temperature regulation center, lower body temperature, and has a certain therapeutic effect on persistent low fever caused by exogenous colds, internal injuries, and coldness. At the same time, it can also reduce the transmission of pain signals by blocking certain receptors in the nerve conduction pathway, and has a certain effect on relieving pain caused by trauma, surgery, etc. Therefore, in the field of pharmaceutical chemicals, it can be made into drugs for application.

Health care material: Andrographolide powder can significantly inhibit the proliferation of fat cells, promote the decomposition of triglycerides, and has the effect of reducing weight and reducing fat. Therefore, it is often added to health care products and functional foods to meet people's pursuit of health and beauty. It has certain antioxidant activity, can remove free radicals, reduce cell oxidative damage, and protect cell health. This makes it also have certain applications in anti-aging, beauty and skin care.

Cosmetic raw material: Andrographolide powder can inhibit the activity of tyrosinase and reduce the production of melanin, thus playing a role in whitening and lightening spots. Therefore, it is often added to cosmetics to improve uneven skin tone, spots and other problems. It has obvious anti-inflammatory effects and can reduce symptoms such as redness, swelling, and pain caused by skin inflammation. It is also effective for sensitive skin.

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