Basic Information:
Common Names: Diosmin
Specs:10-98%HPLC
Molecular Formula: C28H32O15
Molecular Weight: 608.54 g/mol
CAS Number: 520-27-4
Physical Properties:
Appearance: Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Melting Point: Approximately 270-272°C
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; soluble in ethanol
Function:
Anti-Inflammatory and Allergy Resistance: Exhibits strong anti-inflammatory properties and helps reduce hypersensitivity reactions.
Antibacterial Properties: Effective against a range of bacteria and fungi, providing antimicrobial benefits.
Unique Physiological Functions: Compared to other plant flavonoids, orange flavonoids possess distinct physiological advantages.
Powerful Antioxidant: Protects against oxidative damage by neutralizing single oxygen atoms, peroxides, hydroxyl radicals, and other free radicals.
Cardiovascular Protection: Enhances the flexibility of capillaries, prevents platelet aggregation, and supports cardiovascular health by guarding the circulatory system against diseases.
Additional Benefits:
Potent Peroxynitrite Scavenger: Acts as a strong antioxidant against peroxynitrite.
Anti-Inflammatory Effects: Indirectly reduces inflammatory responses by inhibiting the release of arachidonic acid metabolites and histamine.
Prevents Blood Clot Formation: Inhibits platelet aggregation, thereby preventing thrombus formation and protecting the cardiovascular system. Also functions as a vasodilator, potentially beneficial in managing hypertension.
Lipid-Lowering Efficacy: Hesperetin and naringenin contribute to lowering lipid levels.
Antimutagenic Properties: Exhibits properties that may prevent genetic mutations.
Application:
Venous and Lymphatic Insufficiency: Diosmin is used to treat symptoms such as venous edema and soft tissue swelling associated with intravenous and lymphatic insufficiency.
Treatment of Vascular Disorders: Effective in addressing conditions like heavy limbs, numbness, pain, morning sickness, thrombophlebitis, and deep vein thrombosis.
Acute Hemorrhoid Relief: Diosmin can alleviate symptoms of acute hemorrhoids, including anal dampness, itching, bleeding, and pain.
