Citral is an orally active monoterpene compound found in lemon grass essential oil. It functions as a natural ALDH1A inhibitor, capable of inducing apoptosis and cell cycle arrest in breast cancer cell lines. Additionally, Citral exhibits analgesic, anti-injurious, and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Functions as a natural ALDH1A inhibitor
- Induces apoptosis and cell cycle arrest
- Demonstrates analgesic effects
- Possesses anti-injurious properties
- Exhibits anti-inflammatory effects
- Relevant for cancer and immunology research
- Targets aldehyde dehydrogenase
- Derived from natural plant sources