12-Hydroxyganoderic acid D is a natural product.

Salnacedin (G-201) is a small molecule compound used in the treatment of immune system disorders, skin and musculoskeletal disorders, and can be used in studies of acne vulgaris, dermatitis and psoriasis.

Phytic acid exists in all eukaryotic cells. In plants it is known to function as a [PO4]3? storage depot and precursor for other inositol phosphates and pyrophosphates. It can be used clinically as a complexing agent for removal of traces of heavy metal ions. It acts also as a hypocalcemic agent.