Benzylideneaniline is a potent inhibitor of lignostilbene-α,β-dioxygenase, a key enzyme in oxidative cleavage of the central double bond of lignostilbene.

6-Methoxyflavanone (6-MeOF) is A positive allosteric modulator of the GABA response of human recombinant GABA A receptor, with antianxiety and anti-inflammatory activity, and can be used to reduce cisplatin induced neuropathic pain.

Butein, a plant polyphenol, is isolated from Rhus verniciflua. It can inhibit the activation of protein tyrosine kinase, NF-κB and STAT3, and also can inhibit EGFR.