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Excisanin A is a diterpenoid compound purified from Isodon macrocalyxin D that has anti-cancer properties with little toxicity.

Excisanin A is a potent anticancer agent. Excisanin A inhibits cell proliferation, migration, adhesion and invasion. Excisanin A decreases the expression of MMP-2, MMP-9, p-FAK, p-Src, integrin β1 protein. Excisanin A has the potential for the research of breast cancer[1].

[1] Qin J, et al. A diterpenoid compound, excisanin A, inhibits the invasive behavior of breast cancer cells by modulating the integrin β1/FAK/PI3K/AKT/β-catenin signaling. Life Sci. 2013 Nov 4;93(18-19):655-63. DOI:10.1016/j.lfs.2013.09.002