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Isookanin shows strong diphenyl(2,4,6-trinitrophenyl)iminoazanium (DPPH) radical-scavenging activity with the IC50 value of 7.9 ± 0.53 μM. Isookanin is a potent inhibitor of α-amylase (IC50=0.447 mg ml).

Echistatin TFA, the smallest active RGD protein from snake venoms, is a potent inhibitor of platelet aggregation, bone resorption in culture, and an antagonist of αIIbβ3, αvβ3, and α5β1[1][2][3][4].

Lupeol acetate is a derivative of Lupeol with anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, anti-snake venom, anti-fertility effects and oral activity. It is able to inhibit rheumatoid arthritis by down-regulating inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-1β, MCP-1, COX-2, VEGF, granzyme B) and is cytotoxic to Hep-3B and A549 cells.

Gallocatechin gallate is a flavonoid compound isolated from South American snake plant, with antiviral activity by inhibiting the entry and release stages of pseudorabies virus replication.

Ikshusterol 3-O-glucoside has a potent snake-venom neutralizing capacity and it might be a potential molecule for the therapeutic treatment for snakebites.

Quinovic acid 3-O-alpha-L-rhamnopyranoside shows significant inhibitory activity against snake venom phosphodiesterase-I.

Lobatoside C is a triterpenoid saponin compound identified in Actinostemma lobatum MAXIM. It holds potential for research into diuretics for renal edema and antidotes for venomous snake bites.

Cardiotoxin Analog IV (6-12) TFA, a partial peptide of Cardiotoxin Analog IV, is derived from the venom of the Taiwan Cobra, showcasing the unique properties of snake venom cardiotoxin[1].