Saikogenin D possesses a dual effect: an inhibition of A23187-induced PGE2 production without a direct inhibition of cyclooxygenase activity; and an elevation of [Ca2+]i that is attributed to Ca2+ release from intracellular stores. Saikogenin D has immunomodulatory effect, it can attenuate IL-6 production in LPS-stimulated alveolar macrophages of B6 more than in that of BALB.

Saikogenin D (1-20 microM) inhibited PGE2 production induced by the Ca2+ ionophore A23187 in a concentration-dependent manner with the IC50 of about 3 microM. Saikogenin D did not affect the conversion of arachidonic acid into PGE2 in microsomal preparations. On the other hand, Saikogenin D elevated [Ca2+]i in a concentration-dependent manner (10-100 microM) with the EC50 value of about 35 microM in the presence or absence of extracellular Ca2+.

5573-16-0

C30H48O4

472.7

柴胡皂甙元 D;皂苷元 D

(< 1 mg/ml refers to the product slightly soluble or insoluble )
Powder: -20°C for 3 years
In solvent: -80°C for 2 years