6-benzoflavone Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more

β-Naphthoflavone, also known as 5,6-benzoflavone, is a potent agonist of the aryl hydrocarbon receptor and induces cytochromes P450 (CYPs) and uridine 5'-diphospho-glucuronosyltransferases (UGTs). It may be a chemopreventive agent.

Trade Name 6-benzoflavone
Generic beta-Naphthoflavone
beta-Naphthoflavone Other Names 5,6-benzoflavone, beta-NF, β-NF
Type
Formula C19H12O2
Weight Average: 272.2974
Monoisotopic: 272.083729628
Groups Experimental
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer
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Last Updated: January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am

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