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Pharmacognosy-2 (PG303)
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Active • Glycerides of • Cetin:(Cetyl •
•
constituent unsaturated (oleic, palmitate,
1.
gadoleic, linolenic, C15H31COO- 2.
docosahexaenoic and C16H33) mainly. 3.
4.
clupanodonic) acids • Esters of cetyl
Omega-3 FA (85%). alcohol and other
• Glycerides of saturated fatty acids.
•
(myristic, palmitic, and
stearic) acids
Fat soluble
Vitamins:Vit.D.(~ 100 IU/g)
+ Vit. A (~
5000 IU/g)
Uses 1. Rickets and 1. Manufactureof
2.
arthritis. emollient
Decreases ointments.
Cardiovascular diseases 2. Internally used as a
and heart attacks. demulcent in coughs
3. General health nutrient. (In the form of
emulsion with egg
yolk or
gum acacia)