Isothiocyanates: a review

Research Journal of Pharmacognosy

ARTICLE

Chandra Kala¹  Syed Salman Ali²  Nabeel Ahmad³  Sadaf Jamal Gilani¹  Najam Ali Khan² 

[1] Glocal School of Pharmacy, The Glocal University;School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, IFTM University;Department of Biotechnology, IFTM University

关键词: Brassicaceae;    Cruciferous vegetables;    isothiocyanates;    pharmacokinetics;    pharmacological activity;   

DOI  :  10.22127/rjp.2018.58511

学科分类：环境科学（综合）

来源: Iranian Society of Pharmacognosy

【 摘 要 】

Isothiocyanates (ITCs) are naturally occurring molecules belonging to highly reactive organosulphur synthons, with the general structure R–N=C=S. The precursor molecule glucosinolate anions are hydrolyzed enzymatically (under the effect of myrosinase enzymes) or unenzymatically to produce nitriles or isothiocyanates depending upon conditions such as pH and temperature. Brassicaceae Family is known to contain abundant ITCs. A significant number of isothiocyanates has been isolated from different plant sources and some of them have been synthesized. Several isothiocyanates have demonstrated significant pharmacological activities including anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial activities, etc. Pharmacokinetic profiles of these sulphur containing compounds are well established. However, safety profiles of ITCs need consideration and a well-designed study with appropriate control, for their production as lead compounds. This review summarises the chemistry, sources, pharmacokinetics, pharmacological activity and toxicity profiles of the isothiocyanates.

【 授权许可】

CC BY-NC