Methylswertianin is an active constituent in Swertia punicea Hemsl, with anti-diabetic effect. Methylswertianin could be useful for treating type-2 diabetes, likely via the improvement of insulin resistance (IR)[1].
[1]. Tian LY, et al. Anti-diabetic effect of methylswertianin and bellidifolin from Swertia punicea Hemsl. and its potential mechanism. Phytomedicine. 2010 Jun;17(7):533-9.
















