SCOPARONE

Scoparone-13C2D6 is a by-product in the synthesis of Scopoletin-13C,d3 (S200502). Scopoletin-13C,d3, is the labeled analogue of Scopoletin (S200500), used for cosmetics, topical formulations, and foods. Scoparone-13C2D6 is also the labeled form of Scoparone (S199980), which regulates the expression of Th1/Th2 cytokines and IgE and is effective in treating allergic rhinitis.

ChEBI: Scoparone is a member of the class of coumarins that is esculetin in which the two hydroxy groups at positions 6 and 7 are replaced by methoxy groups. It is a major constituent of the Chinese herbal medicine Yin Chen Hao, and exhibits a variety of pharmacological activities such as anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, and anti-tumor activities. It has a role as a plant metabolite, an anti-inflammatory agent, an antilipemic drug, an immunosuppressive agent, an antihypertensive agent and an anti-allergic agent. It is a member of coumarins and an aromatic ether. It is functionally related to an esculetin.

Synthesis, p. 1026, 1986 DOI: 10.1055/s-1986-31859

6,7-Dimethoxycoumarin inhibits the in vitro growth of Phytophthora citrophthora, Verticillium dahliae, Penicillium digitatum, P. italicum, Colletotrichum gloeosporioides, Diplodia natalensis and Hendersonula toruloidea. Determination and pharmacokinetic study of 6,7-dimethoxycoumarin in rat plasma after intragastric administration of different decoctions of Yinchenhao Tang by reversed-phase HPLC method with UV detection has been reported.

Poison by ingestion and intraperitoneal routes. Experimental reproductive effects. An anthypertensive agent. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.