Meloscandonine

Meloside A (Isovitexin 2''-O-glucoside) is a phenylpropanoid found in barley with antioxidant activity. Meloside A can inhibit cell apoptosis and ROS production. Meloside A can inhibit androgen receptor (AR) nuclear translocation and AR protein expression. Meloside A can reduce IL-6, TGF-β1 and DKK-1 levels. Meloside A can be used for the researches of inflammation and endocrinology, such as hair loss[1].