Gentian Root and Its Active Constituents
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What is the origin of RADIX GENTIANAE?

  • South America
  • Central Europe (correct)
  • Central Asia
  • North America
  • Which active constituent of Gentian root is responsible for its bitter taste?

  • Gentiin and gentipicroside (correct)
  • Monoterpene alkaloids
  • Trisaccharide gentianose
  • Dextrose
  • What effect does Gentiopicroside exhibit?

  • Stimulating the appetite
  • Increased secretion of saliva
  • Anti-inflammatory effect (correct)
  • Hypotensive effect
  • What chemical test can be used to identify RADIX GENTIANAE?

    <p>Microsublimation test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the sugars in Gentian during fermentation?

    <p>Hydrolyzed into glucose and fructose, acquiring a sweetish taste</p> Signup and view all the answers

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