Kansuinine E, a jatrophane-type diterpenoid, is a plant-derived compound isolated from the roots of E. kansui. It functions as a nitric oxide inhibitor, with an inhibitory concentration of 6.3 μM (IC50).

Vindesine sulfate is a vinca alkaloid which is a synthetic derivative of vinblastine, binds to the microtubular proteins of the mitotic spindle, leading to crystallization of the microtubule and mitotic arrest or cell death.

U-83836E (lazaroid ) has neuroprotective activity and anti-tumor activity, inhibits glioma cell proliferation, inhibits tumor necrosis factor and reverses endotoxin-induced shock.