3,3′-Diindolylmethane is an antineoplastic agent that activates Chk 2 and cytochrome p450

Ascorbyl glucoside can help promote collagen synthesis and help reduce skin inflammation.

Naturally occurring (-)-form is a major biosynthetic precursor of phenylalanine, tyrosine, and tryptophan and hence of the majority of plant alkaloids. Shikimic acid is also involved in the biosynthesis of lignin, flavonpids and other important aromatic compounds.

Baicalin can be used as a diuretic, prolyl endopeptidase inhibitor, antineoplastic.