5,7-dimethoxy-2-benzofuran-1(3H)-one (5,7-dimethoxyphthalide) is a phthalide isolated from Italian waxflower with good anti-inflammatory activity.

2-Methoxystypandrone displays an immunomodulatory effect in a cellular model, it blocks inflammatory responses by impairing NF-?oB signaling to limit the inflammation and oxidative stress for preservation of BBB integrity.

Lupanine has a weak sedative effect on the central nervous system, interaction with specific drugs used for treatment of the CNS and for analgesic activity. Lupanine improves glucose homeostasis by influencing KATP-channels of pancreatic beta cells.