Thromboxane-A Synthetase

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Also known as:  TXA Synthetase

 

Description

Thromboxane-A Synthetase is a type of endogenous Isomerase Enzyme.

 

 View the Metabolic Pathway for Thromboxane-A Synthetase

 

Biological Function of Thromboxane-A Synthetase

Eicosanoids

 Thromboxane-A Synthetase catalyzes the conversion of Prostaglandin H2 (PGH2) to Thromboxane A2 (which, in excess is implicated in abnormal Blood Clotting).

 

These Substances may Inhibit Thromboxane-A Synthetase

Smart Drugs

 Piracetam may inhibit Thromboxane-A Synthetase. 

 

These Herbs may Inhibit Thromboxane-A Synthetase

 Skullcap may inhibit Thromboxane-A Synthetase (due to the Baicalein content of Skullcap).  [1]

 

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