Momordicoside A

Momordicoside A is a triterpenoid saponin compound isolated from bitter melon (Momordica charantia L.), which possesses a variety of biological activities, including inhibition of protein tyrosine phosphatase (PTP1B), and can be used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. In addition, Momordicoside A has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antitumor, and anti-HIV/AIDS potentials.

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