Matrine, with a molecular formula of C15H24N2O, is an alkaloid extracted from the dried roots, plants, and fruits of the leguminous plant Sophora flavescens through organic solvents such as ethanol.
The effects and functions of matrine include antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-thrombotic, and lipid-lowering.
1. Antibacterial
Matrine can inhibit the growth of a variety of bacteria and fungi, and has a certain effect on the treatment of skin infections, oral inflammation, etc.
2. Anti-inflammatory
Matrine can inhibit the occurrence of inflammatory reactions and has a certain effect on the treatment of inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease.
3. Antioxidant
Matrine has a certain antioxidant effect, can remove free radicals, reduce oxidative stress damage, and has a certain effect on preventing aging and protecting cardiovascular health.
4. Antithrombotic
Matrine can inhibit platelet aggregation and thrombin generation, has an anti-thrombotic effect, and prevents thrombosis.
5. Lipid-lowering
Matrine can inhibit the activity of lipase and reduce the fat content in the blood, thereby playing a role in lowering blood lipids.
It should be noted that matrine has certain toxicity and should be used under the guidance of a doctor, and the dosage and course of treatment should be controlled. At the same time, individual differences are large, and drug reactions should be observed during use. If adverse reactions such as allergies occur, the drug should be discontinued in time and medical treatment should be sought.
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