Diacerein is also known as Diacetylrhein. Diacerein is used for treatment of Osteoarthritis.
It works by inhibiting the synthesis of Interlukin-1, the main cytokine involved in cartilage destruction and enhances the synthesis of Proteoglycans & Hyluronic Acid which are the principal components of cartilage.
Molecular structure :
CAS Number:
13739-02-1
Molecular formula:
C19H12O8
Application:
Treatment of Osteoarthritis (Prevent cartilage destruction)
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