Schisandrin
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Schisandrin is a noun meaning Any of a group of biochemically active compounds found in the woody vine Schisandra chinensis.
Meaning
Any of a group of biochemically active compounds found in the woody vine Schisandra chinensis.
Example Sentences
Our previous studies have demonstrated that schisandrin B (Sch B), an antioxidant lignan from Schisandra chinensis, could protect mouse brain against scopolamine- and cisplatin-induced neuronal dysfunction.
Word Forms
- schisandrins
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include schizandrin, shikonofuran, dihydrotanshinone, liriodendrin, ginsenoside, samaderine.
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