Dehydroabietic Acid
Dehydroabietic acid is a naturally occurring diterpene resin acid derived from pine rosin. It has been studied for its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and potential anticancer properties. While not a widely established pharmaceutical, it shows promise in various research applications.
A pine-derived resin acid being researched for antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory applications.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1432977
- Generic
- Dehydroabietic Acid
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Research indicates potential applications against bacterial and fungal infections, inflammatory conditions, and preliminary studies in cancer cell lines. Not currently an approved medication for specific diseases.
Exerts antimicrobial effects by disrupting microbial cell membranes. Demonstrates anti-inflammatory activity through modulation of inflammatory pathways and cytokine production.
Limited human clinical trial data available. Primarily used in research settings. Safety profile not fully established. Derived from natural pine resin sources. Further studies needed to determine therapeutic potential and appropriate dosing.
Official drug label
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