Term Name: (2E,6R)-8-hydroxy-2,6-dimethyl-2-octenoic acid
Synonyms: (2E,6R)-8-hydroxy-2,6-dimethyloct-2-enoic acid
Definition: A monoterpenoid that is (2E)-oct-2-enoic acid substituted by hydroxy group at position 8 and methyl groups at positions 2 and 6 respectively (the 6R stereoisomer). Isolated from the Chinese herb Cistanche salsa, It exhibits anti-osteoporotic activity.
Ontology: ChEBI [CHEBI:66026]  ( EBI )

Relationships
is a type of: hydroxy monocarboxylic acid monoterpenoid
has_role: bone density conservation agent metabolite