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Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate
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Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate (CAS: 68797-35-3) is the dipotassium salt form of glycyrrhizic acid, derived from the roots of Glycyrrhiza uralensis (Leguminosae family). As one of the most important active components of licorice, it exhibits both pharmacological and auxiliary synergistic effects, widely used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food industries. Japan's Ministry of Health classifies it as a quasi-drug ingredient, while China's Cosmetics Safety Technical Standards permits a maximum concentration of 2%.

Product Name: Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate

IUPAC Name: Dipotassium (3β,20β)-20-carboxy-11-oxo-30-norolean-12-en-3-yl 2-O-β-D-glucopyranuronosyl-α-D-glucopyranosiduronic acid

CAS No.​: 68797-35-3

Molecular Formula: C₄₂H₆₀K₂O₁₆

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    Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate

    Basic information

    Product Name: Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate

    IUPAC Name: Dipotassium (3β,20β)-20-carboxy-11-oxo-30-norolean-12-en-3-yl 2-O-β-D-glucopyranuronosyl-α-D-glucopyranosiduronic acid

    CAS No.​: 68797-35-3

    Molecular Formula: C₄₂H₆₀K₂O₁₆

    Physicochemical Properties:

    Parameter

    Value/Description

    ​Appearance​

    White or yellow powder

    ​Melting Point​

    212-217°C (decomposition)

    ​Solubility​

    >500 mg/mL in water (25°C), nearly insoluble in ethanol

    ​Hygroscopicity​

    ≤15% water absorption at 80% RH

    ​pH Profile​

    1% aqueous solution pH 7.5-9.0

    Quality Standard: CP2020,JP,Customer Made

    Specification

    Test Items

    Standard

    Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate (CAS: 68797-35-3)

    98% by UV

    Loss on drying

    ≤8.0%

    Residue on ignition

    18%-22%

    Key Features

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    Dual Nature

    Functions as an anti-inflammatory drug (injectable) and a safe whitening/soothing agent (cosmetics).
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    High Safety

    LD₅₀ >5000 mg/kg (rat oral), non-teratogenic.
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    Synergistic Effects

    Enhances hydrocortisone activity by 300%, reducing steroid dosage.

    Pharmacological Mechanisms

    1.Molecular Target Network

    Molecular Target Network1

    2. Pharmacokinetics

    Absorption

    Oral bioavailability ~35%, dermal absorption 0.2% (nanocarriers↑to 8%).

    Metabolism

    Hydrolyzed to glycyrrhetinic acid (active metabolite) by gut microbiota.

    Half-life

    IV t₁/₂=3.5h; topical retention in epidermis >24h.

    Clinical Applications​

    Indications & Protocols​

    ​Field​

    ​Formulation​

    ​Efficacy Evidence

    ​Dermatology​

    0.5% cream (atopic dermatitis)

    SCORAD↓45%

    ​Hepatology​

    80 mg IV qd (chronic hepatitis)

    Liver fibrosis reversal↑30%

    ​Cosmetics​

    1% serum (sensitive skin repair)

    Erythema index↓62%

    Special Populations​

    Pediatrics: Safe for ages ≥2 (half adult dose).

    Pregnancy: Avoid high-dose IV (theoretical risk of hyperaldosteronism).

    Dosage and Administration

    Formulations​

    Injection: 40 mg/vial (dilute in saline)

    Tablets: 25 mg/tablet

    Cosmetic Ingredient: ≥98% purity (INCI: Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate)

    Dosing Guidelines​

    Use​

    ​Dose​

    ​Duration​

    Chronic Hepatitis

    80-160 mg IV qd

    4-8 weeks

    Allergic Dermatitis

    0.1-0.5% topical bid

    Until symptom relief

    Post-op Anti-inflammation

    50 mg po tid

    3-5 days

    Safety Evaluation

    Adverse Reactions​

    System​

    ​Incidence​

    ​Management

    Electrolyte Imbalance

    <0.1%

    Monitor serum K⁺

    Contact Dermatitis

    0.3%

    Discontinue + cold compress

    Pseudohyperaldosteronism

    Rare

    Withdraw for 2 weeks

    Contraindications & Interactions​

    Absolute CI:
    Hypokalemia (worsens K⁺ loss).
    Concurrent digoxin (↑arrhythmia risk).

    Cautions:Diuretics (additive K⁺ depletion).

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    Technological Innovations​

    Transdermal Delivery:
    Ethosomal encapsulation: 20× dermal penetration.
    Microneedle patches: Targeted melasma treatment.

    Structural Modifications:
    C30 amino acid ester derivatives (oral bioavailability↑to 75%).

    New Indications​

    Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: Inhibits TGF-β/Smad (lung collagen↓40% in animals).

    Psoriasis: Modulates IL-23/Th17 axis (Phase III trials).

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