Abstract
Five alk(en)ylsulfinothioic acid alk(en)yl-esters isolated from onions and four synthetic thiosulfinates inhibited 5-lipoxygenase of porcine leucocytes, histamine release and leukotriene B4 and C4 biosynthesis of human polymorphonuclear leucocytes, thromboxane B2 biosynthesis by human platelets and allergen- and PAF-induced bronchial obstruction of guinea-pigs. The anti-asthmatic and anti-inflammatory effects of onions depend in part on the thiosulfinate moiety: {A figure is presented}.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 4479-4486 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Biochemical Pharmacology |
Volume | 37 |
Issue number | 23 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Dec 1988 |
Externally published | Yes |