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Q-Actin
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- Preclinical
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- IminoTech
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- Small Molecules
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- Oral
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Overview
Q-Actin is a proprietary natural product extract derived from cucumber (*Cucumis sativus*), developed by Phytoquest. It is standardized for its content of idoBR1, a bioactive iminosugar that acts as a glycosidase inhibitor. This mechanism of action is associated with the modulation of inflammatory pathways, specifically the reduction of pro-inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-alpha. Q-Actin is primarily marketed as a dietary supplement for joint health, with clinical evidence supporting its efficacy in reducing pain and improving physical function in patients with osteoarthritis. Additionally, Phytoquest is investigating the extract's potential applications in muscle recovery, sports performance, and neuroinflammation-related brain health.
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- Q-Actin
- Other names
- Cucumis sativus extractCucumber extract(2R,3R,4R,5S)-3,4,5-trihydroxypiperidine-2-carboxylic acid
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Targets
NeuraminidaseIDUA (Alpha-L-iduronidase)GH (Growth hormone)
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