Send us a Message



Submit Data |  Help |  Video Tutorials |  News |  Publications |  Download |  REST API |  Citing RGD |  Contact   

GENE - CHEMICAL INTERACTIONS REPORT

RGD ID: 2192
Species: Rattus norvegicus
RGD Object: Gene
Symbol: Bax
Name: BCL2 associated X, apoptosis regulator
Acc ID: CHEBI:8994
Term: safrole
Definition: A member of the class of benzodioxoles that is 1,3-benzodioxole which is substituted by an allyl group at position 5. It is found in several plants, including black pepper, cinnamon and nutmeg, and is present in several essential oils, notably that of sassafras. It has insecticidal properties and has been used as a topical antiseptic. Although not thought to pose a significant carcinogenic risk to humans, findings of weak carcinogenicity in rats have resulted in the banning of its (previously widespread) use in perfumes and soaps, and as a food additive.
Chemical ID: MESH:D012451
Note: Use of the qualifier "multiple interactions" designates that the annotated interaction is comprised of a complex set of reactions and/or regulatory events, possibly involving additional chemicals and/or gene products.
Object SymbolQualifierEvidenceWithReferenceSourceNotesOriginal Reference(s)
Baxincreases expressionISOBAX (Homo sapiens)6480464CTDSafrole results in increased expression of BAX proteinPMID:21591240
Go Back to source page   Continue to Ontology report