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Octacosanol

Generic Name
Octacosanol
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C28H58O
CAS Number
557-61-9
Unique Ingredient Identifier
81I2215OVK

Overview

1-octacosanol is a straight-chain aliphatic 28-carbon primary fatty alcohol that is used as a nutritional supplement. This high–molecular-weight organic compound is the main component of a natural product wax extracted from plants . 1-octacosanol is reported to possess cholesterol-lowering effects, antiaggregatory properties, cytoprotective use, and ergogenic properties . It has been studied as a potential therapeutic agent for the treatment of Parkinson's disease.

Background

1-octacosanol is a straight-chain aliphatic 28-carbon primary fatty alcohol that is used as a nutritional supplement. This high–molecular-weight organic compound is the main component of a natural product wax extracted from plants . 1-octacosanol is reported to possess cholesterol-lowering effects, antiaggregatory properties, cytoprotective use, and ergogenic properties . It has been studied as a potential therapeutic agent for the treatment of Parkinson's disease.

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