Shikimic acid has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, and can also serve as an intermediate in antiviral and anticancer drugs.
Pharmacological action: Shikimic acid is a monomer compound extracted from the traditional Chinese medicine star anise, which has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. It is an intermediate of anti-cancer drugs. Shikimic acid affects arachidonic acid metabolism, inhibits platelet aggregation, venous thrombosis, and cerebral thrombosis. Shikimic acid has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, and can also be used as an intermediate of antiviral and anti-cancer drugs.
Star anise contains an important ingredient called shikimic acid, which is resistant to the Asian avian influenza virus. Experts say this is the only weapon in the world to combat avian influenza. Fragrance is produced in China and Vietnam and is a fruit of a small Eastern tree species in the Magnoliaceae family. It has a spicy taste similar to licorice and is a traditional seasoning in Eastern cuisine. It is also the main spice for liqueurs such as French green anise and fennel liqueur. It can also be used to enhance the aroma of candies, anise wine, and tobacco. The medicinal value of star anise had already received attention before the arrival of avian influenza, including its potential anti-cancer effects. As the main source of shikimic acid, star anise has once again attracted attention, as shikimic acid is an important component of the drug "Tamiflu" that can effectively combat the deadly H5N1 avian influenza virus.
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