Kazinol B, a prenylated flavan with a dimethyl pyrane ring, is an inhibitor of nitric oxide (NO) production. Kazinol B improves insulin sensitivity by enhancing glucose uptake via the insulin-Akt signaling pathway and AMPK activation. Kazinol B has the potential for diabetes mellitus research.

Otophylloside L is a pregnane glycosides isolated from the roots of Cynanchum otophyllum. Otophylloside L can be used in epilepsy research.

3, 5-Diiodo-L-thyronine is an iodinated thyronine hormone that regulates gene activity affecting processes such as homeostasis, lipid metabolism and insulin resistance.