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1- Podophyllotoxins
2- Deoxypodophyllotoxin
It is obtained from Tujopsis dolabrata, Family Cupressaceae.
OCH3
Deoxypodophyllotoxin
Uses:
The leaves of the plant are used in the treatment of jaundice.
In vitro, the plant extracts and pure deoxypodophyllotoxin
Have hepatoprotective action.
