Glycyrrhizin

**Semantic type:** Organic Chemical|Pharmacologic Substance

**Definition:** A saponin-like compound that provides the main sweet flavor for Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice), with potential immunomodulating, anti-inflammatory, hepato- and neuro-protective, and antineoplastic activities. Glycyrrhizin modulates certain enzymes involved in inflammation and oxidative stress, and downregulates certain pro-inflammatory mediators, thereby protecting against inflammation- and reactive oxygen species (ROS)-induced damage. Glycerrhizin may also suppress the growth of susceptible tumor cells.

**Synonyms:** - (3beta,20beta)-20-Carboxy-11-oxo-30-norolean-12-en-3-yl-2-O-beta-D-glucopyranuronosyl-alpha-D-glucopyranosiduronic Acid - Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate - Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate - GLYCYRRHIZIN - Glycyrrhizic Acid