Icariin derivative

Icariin, the main active ingredient in Epimedium, has kidney-tonifying and aphrodisiac properties, boosts immunity, and alleviates fatigue. Its derivatives are often used in traditional Chinese medicine formulas and functional health supplements, particularly for the treatment of sexual dysfunction, osteoporosis, and cardiovascular disease.

Icariin and its derivatives possess diverse biological activities, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, bone-building, and neuroprotective properties. Therefore, they are widely studied in drug development as candidate compounds for the development of new treatments for related diseases.

Due to their antioxidant and cellular metabolism-boosting properties, they are also sometimes used as active ingredients in skincare products to improve skin condition.