Category:
Prophylactic Biological Products
CAS NO:
22888-70-6
Standard:
In-house Standards,
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Silymarin is a standardized polyphenolic complex extracted from Silybum marianum seeds via solvent extraction and purification. It primarily consists of flavonolignans including silybin, silychristin, and silydianin. The core molecular formula is C25H+22O10 (for silybin A), with CAS No. 7738-94-5.
Storage requires cool, dry conditions below 25°C away from light. Clinical use demands caution regarding potential drug interactions with cytochrome P450 substrates. High doses may cause mild gastrointestinal distress; medical supervision is recommended for patients with hormone-sensitive conditions.